Port Overview
The Port of Lenakel is a domestic port and receives local ships / ferries weekly. Local landing crafts like MV Touaraken III, MV Kiwi Trader, Tiwi Trader and Young Blood can anchor at the wharf. Swells in Tanna are usually high so ships must take precaution when approaching and when anchored at the port.
The Port facilities include an office for Lenakel Wharf & Stevedoring, a building for storage and a restroom and bathroom.
Port website: N/A
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Vanuatu |
Province or District |
Tafea Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Lenakel Town (Wharf is located within the town vicinity) |
Port's Complete Name |
Lenakel Wharf |
Latitude |
-19.5328 |
Longitude |
169.2660 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Information not available |
Management Contact Person |
Information not available |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Whitegrass Airport
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Port Picture
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Lenakel Wharf
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Lenakel Wharf & Stevedoring
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Wharf Storage
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Restroom/Bathroom
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Potential Mobile Storage Unit site
Conventional berth at Port of Lenakel
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Vanuatu Maritime Safety Authority – Ensures the safety of all vessels and passengers on international and domestic vessels. Ensures the effective regulation of ports and port facilities through the promotion of efficient and safe port operations and the protection of rights of port users to access ports and port facilities.
Lenakel Wharf & Stevedoring – Responsible for receiving ships at the port. Shipping companies inform Lenakel Wharf & Stevedoring when they are enroute to the port and estimated time of arrival.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
The port is currently not congested and there is an established priority for humanitarian cargo. The port receives only landing crafts and not container ships. The port is usually clear when each ship arrives so waiting time is minimal.
Seasonal Constraints |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
Rainy Season |
Yes |
November to April |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
Other Comments |
N/A |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
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Vessel Calls |
40 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
Does not receive containers |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
1 |
56.5 m |
Information not available |
Seas around the berth are generally rough |
Container Berth |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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Silo Berth |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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Berthing Tugs |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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Water Barges |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
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Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately? There is no port equipment available at the wharf. Ships that dock at the wharf bring their own handling equipment like forklifts.
Equipment |
Available
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Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
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Dockside Crane |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Container Gantries |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Mobile Cranes |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Reachstacker |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Transtainer |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Forklifts |
No |
N/A |
N/A |
Customs Guidance
The Port of Lenakel currently only handles local cargo so there is no customs agent at the wharf.
For more information on customs in Vanuatu, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
There is no multipurpose terminal.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
There is no grain and bulk handling at the Port of Lenakel.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
There is a storage facility at the port which can be used as storage during an emergency response.
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
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Bagged Cargo |
1 |
10 m x 4 m |
Refrigerated Cargo |
0 |
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General Cargo |
1 |
10 m x 4 m |
Stevedoring
Ships that dock at the port bring their own port handling equipment like forklifts and the ship’s crew carry out all stevedoring activities as necessary. Passengers are responsible for offloading their own cargo.
Hinterland Information
Cargo owners are responsible for moving their cargo in and out of the port.
Port Security
There are two security guards who take turns looking after the port between 2100 and 0500 hours daily. The area where the office, storage and restroom/bathroom are located is fenced and the gate is closed when the port is not in use.
Security |
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ISPS Compliant |
No |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
No |
Fire Engines |
No |