NLARN Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of NLARN
Arnhem Port is the seaport of Arnhem, in the city of Arnhemin Netherlands. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is NLARN.
Port Overview
Arnhem Port, UN/LOCODE NLARN, is an inland port in the Netherlands serving Arnhem in Gelderland and the surrounding eastern Dutch industrial region. Its position on the Rhine waterway system makes it more suitable for river-connected cargo flows, project movements and cruise or passenger calls than for use as a conventional deep-sea container gateway. The supplied port record places the port at 51°58′31.53″N, 5°54′29.09″E and identifies regular vessel activity involving liquid cargo vessels, passenger ships and cruise ships. Recorded vessel limits are a maximum length of 185 m, maximum draught of 4.8 m and maximum deadweight of 6,000 t. Actual acceptance depends on berth, water level, navigation conditions, cargo characteristics and confirmation from the relevant operator.
| Port code | NLARN |
|---|---|
| Location | Arnhem, Gelderland, Netherlands |
| Port type | Inland river port with passenger and cargo functions |
| Coordinates | 51.9754257, 5.9080827 |
| Recorded vessel parameters | Up to 185 m length; 4.8 m draught; 6,000 t deadweight |
Key Highlights
Facilities & Services
- River cargo handling: Inland-vessel loading and discharge should be arranged with the nominated terminal or berth operator; available equipment and cargo compatibility must be checked case by case.
- Liquid cargo operations: Liquid cargo vessels are recorded among regular vessel types. Tank specification, product classification, hose connections, safety procedures and shore reception arrangements require advance confirmation.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Heavy or oversized cargo may be workable through river-oriented handling, but lifting capacity, quay bearing limits, dimensions and temporary storage must be verified before booking.
- Container logistics: NLARN should not automatically be treated as a deep-sea container terminal. Our service team can assess a barge-and-road solution or route cargo through a suitable Dutch gateway when direct local handling is unavailable.
- Road distribution: Final-mile trucking is normally needed for shippers and consignees outside the immediate port area. Vehicle access, delivery windows, weight limits and unloading equipment should be agreed in advance.
Routes & Transit Times
- Overseas cargo: A practical routing may combine ocean transport to a suitable Dutch seaport with inland barge, road or multimodal delivery to Arnhem. The selected gateway depends on carrier acceptance, equipment availability and final destination.
- European river flows: Rhine-connected movements may link Arnhem with other Dutch, Belgian, German and wider European inland locations, but sailing plans remain subject to water levels, locks, congestion and vessel schedules.
- Time planning: Transit time should be quoted only after confirming the ocean leg, transshipment, barge departure, terminal handling, customs status and final trucking appointment. We do not present NLARN as a guaranteed direct-service port.
- Seasonal exposure: Low water, high water, fog, maintenance, industrial action and terminal congestion can change barge or road timing; a buffer should be included for time-critical cargo.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Primary hinterland: Arnhem and Gelderland form the immediate service area, with onward distribution possible toward the eastern Netherlands and connected Rhine markets.
- Industrial and commercial cargo: General manufacturing inputs, machinery, construction materials and packaged goods may be suitable for multimodal delivery, subject to terminal capability.
- Liquid products: Liquid cargo can require dedicated tank equipment, compatibility checks, safety documentation and controlled transfer procedures.
- Project movements: Oversized or heavy cargo should be assessed against inland-vessel dimensions, road restrictions, lifting resources and delivery-site access before the quotation is finalized.
Operations & Compliance
- Booking and cut-offs: Inland barge cut-offs, terminal receiving windows, export customs release and truck appointment times are separate controls. Our service team confirms each deadline with the relevant operator rather than applying a generic seaport cut-off.
- Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, packaging details and emergency information before acceptance. Liquid cargo may also require product-specific safety documentation.
- Customs and inspection: Ensure the import, export or transit procedure matches the actual movement and named customs office. Customs inspection, document discrepancies or an unavailable release can delay barge loading and final delivery.
- Physical feasibility: Confirm draught, air draft, cargo dimensions, weight distribution, berth access, water level and road restrictions. The recorded 4.8 m draught and 185 m length are not blanket permissions for every berth.
Shipping Tips
- Send the commercial invoice, packing list, HS classification, cargo dimensions, gross weight and delivery address at the quotation stage so our team can select a realistic barge-road combination.
- For dangerous, liquid, heavy or oversized cargo, provide SDS or DG documents, lifting points, centre of gravity, tank details and handling restrictions before equipment is reserved.
- Keep flexibility in the plan for water-level changes and inland-vessel schedule revisions. For urgent cargo, ask our service team to compare a road-led alternative or another gateway.
- Use moisture protection, lashing and weatherproof packaging appropriate to river handling and possible transshipment; confirm whether the receiving site has unloading equipment.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can NLARN be used as a normal deep-sea container port?
NLARN is identified as an inland port. A deep-sea container shipment will commonly require an ocean gateway followed by barge, road or multimodal delivery. Our team will confirm whether local container handling is available for the specific cargo and date.
What vessel size can be accepted at Arnhem?
The supplied port record reports a maximum recorded vessel length of 185 m, draught of 4.8 m and deadweight of 6,000 t. These figures must be checked against the intended berth, current water conditions and cargo plan before operational confirmation.
Is a fixed transit time available from an overseas origin?
No fixed time should be assumed. The result depends on the ocean gateway, transshipment, barge schedule, customs release, water level, terminal capacity and final trucking appointment. Our service team provides a shipment-specific estimate.
What documents are needed for liquid or dangerous cargo?
At minimum, provide accurate cargo classification, SDS or equivalent safety information, transport details, packaging or tank specifications and customs documents. The receiving operator may request additional approvals before acceptance.
What is the best alternative if barge capacity is unavailable?
Depending on cargo urgency, size and destination, our team can compare direct road delivery, another inland port or a different Dutch gateway. The alternative must be checked for equipment, customs routing and delivery-site restrictions.
Data Sources & Provenance
The port code, name, country, city, coordinates, vessel types and recorded vessel parameters in this module are based on the supplied NLARN port record. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance for an inland river port and must be confirmed with the nominated terminal, carrier, barge operator, customs representative and road haulier before execution.
For verification of Dutch waterway administration, navigation conditions and applicable public-sector information, consult rijkswaterstaat.nl. For national statistical context, consult cbs.nl. These sources do not replace berth-specific acceptance, commercial schedules or shipment-level quotations.
Data boundary: no unsupported berth count, terminal name, storage capacity, tariff, sailing frequency, carrier commitment or guaranteed transit time is stated.