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Port Blair (Andaman & Nicobar)

IndiaUNLOCODE: INIXZIsland General / Passenger
Gateway to Andaman & Nicobar Islands
Sea links to Chennai/Kolkata/Vizag (3–4 days)
Naval base (INS Utkrosh)
Not a federal major port

Overview

  • Gateway to Andaman & Nicobar Islands
  • Sea links to Chennai/Kolkata/Vizag (3–4 days)
  • Naval base (INS Utkrosh)
  • Not a federal major port
  • Moderate–high cyclone risk

Capital of A&N Islands. NOT a federal major port. Strategic naval gateway.

Port Identity & Location

Alternate Name
Sri Vijaya Puram
Territory
Andaman & Nicobar Islands (UT)
City
Port Blair

VTS & Communications

VTS
Not publicly available

Pilotage

Pilotage
Compulsory

Anchorages

Anchorage
Natural harbour

Channel Depths & Approach

Channel
Natural harbour between Bay of Bengal and Andaman Sea
Hazards
Monsoon, remoteness

Berths & Terminals

Type
Passenger / general; sea links to Chennai, Kolkata, Vizag (3–4 days)

Documentation & Customs

Customs
Indian Customs

Weather & Tidal

Tidal
Tropical monsoon
Cyclone Risk
Moderate–high

Security & Hazards (ISPS)

ISPS
Compliant
Restricted
Naval areas (INS Utkrosh)
Hazards
Monsoon, isolation

Port Authority

Authority
A&N Administration / Directorate of Shipping Services (not a federal major port)

SAR & Emergency

SAR Authority

Indian Coast Guard / INS Utkrosh (Navy)

Ship Services

Bunkering
Limited
Tugs
Available
Repairs
Limited

Location

COORDINATES

11.6700°N, 92.7500°E

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Timezone: UTC+5:30

Port Details

Country
🇮🇳 India
Region
South Asia / Bay of Bengal
UNLOCODE
INIXZ
Type
Island General / Passenger

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