About Port Nelson
Port Nelson owns private buried reticulation across its controlled-access port. It runs its own induction and permit-to-work system — excavations over 150 mm or near HT cables/pipelines require a permit — contact the port directly.
Their assets sit underground across their service area, alongside other utility networks.
Port Nelson is one of 4 utility operators active in Nelson. Most building or landscaping work in this area touches multiple operators' networks at once - power, water and communications cables routinely share the same trench. The list further down shows the other utilities you'll likely need to contact alongside Port Nelson.
Where Port Nelson operates
Before you dig in Nelson City
Striking an underground pipe can cause injury, large repair bills and outages for your neighbours. Three steps to do it safely.
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Find every operator that serves your site
Map your worksite on UtilityFinder to find every operator that serves the area - power, water, gas and comms in one view - so you don't miss anyone when sending locate requests.
Create your map - 2
Request a locate from Port Nelson
Contact Port Nelson and any other operators in your area to confirm the position of their underground assets before excavation.
Locate request page - 3
Mark, protect, dig carefully
Mark the locate paint or pegs on site, hand-dig within 0.5 m of marked assets, and never assume a clear trench means clear ground.
Other utilities serving Nelson
Most building or excavation work touches more than one operator's network. Here's who else you may need to contact.
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