Wewak

1. Wewak pilot boarding Pilot boards03°32.4′S 143°40.2′E

Size limits

Max LOA 150m, draught 6.0m, 10,500DWT.

Largest vessel handled: "Highland Chief".

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

Range 1.3m.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

Wewak Harbour is approached from E between Cape Moem (03°33'S 143°42'E) and Sixdiv Shoal (2nm NNW), and from W through Muschu Strait. It is entered between Cape Boram and Wewak Point. Depths in outer anchorage from 14.0 -16.0m, inner anchorage 7.0m and alongside Berth No 1, 6.4 to 6.2m.

Port limits

Port limits are as follows:

From Wewak Point (143°38'E) the limits are defined by a straight line due N for 2,900m (03°31.5'S), then by a straight line due E for 3,725m, then by a straight line due S for 4,780m to a point (143°40'E), 800m due E of Cape Boram, then to Cape Boram.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Number of shipping traffic movements are constantly increasing due to a fishing fleet of modern tuna lining vessels and fish processing industry in Wewak.

Anchorages

No recommended anchorage areas for large vessels.

Temporary anchorage may be obtained in positions relative to Cape Boram (03°34.0'S 143°39.5'E):

In depths from 14.5 - 16.5m, 1.25nm WNW; smaller vessels may anchor closer to Wewak Peninsular.

In depths from 20.0 - 27.0m, 1nm N.

Caution: In strong SE Trade Winds the outer anchorages become exposed, uncomfortable, length and draught permitting more shelter can be found SW of Cape Boram.

Restrictions

During the NW Monsoon, Dec - Mar, berthing alongside may be delayed.

Charts and publications

BA 4622; Aus 388, 389. Admiralty Pilot NP60, NP286(4).

Port State Control here: Tokyo MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Department of Transport

Address: PO Box 1489, Port Moresby, NCD PNG

Tel: +675 325 7500

Fax: +675 323 3339

Mobile: +675 6813745.

For ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available by pipeline to main wharf on request by the Port Authority.

Bunkering: Available by road tanker.

Medical

Boram Hospital, 3.6km.

Crew change

Change of crew is allowed to be done in port with prior notification of Customs and Immigration departments.

Transport

Nearest airport: Wewak Airport als known as Boram Airport located at Wewak, 4km.

Working hours

Normally 0800-2359hrs (or around the clock upon request).

Where it is

Wewak is located on the N coastline of mainland New Guinea.

The port

Berthing for overseas and coastal vessels, due to exposed position, may become hazardous during the monsoon season. No anchorage available for larger vessels.

The principle exports are coffee, copra and canned fish.

Where does the pilot board at Wewak?

The pilot boards at Wewak pilot boarding, 03°32.4′S 143°40.2′E.

What time zone is Wewak in?

Local time at Wewak is UTC+10. No summer time.

What is the maximum draft at Wewak?

The deepest berth listed is at Wewak Port Terminal: 6.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Wewak?

1025.

Which load line zone is Wewak in?

Tropical.

Who carries out Port State Control at Wewak?

Port State Control at Wewak: Tokyo MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Wewak?

The UN/LOCODE of Wewak is PGWWK.

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