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Port of Changshu Pt

CNCGS🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Changshu Pt

Also known as: Changshu

Changshu Port is situated on the Yangtze River in China's Jiangsu province. It handles a variety of vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, and tankers. The port features tug services and a drydock.

Background
Changshu is a county-level city under the jurisdiction of Suzhou, Jiangsu province, and is part of the Yangtze River Delta. It borders the prefecture-level city of Nantong to the northeast across the Yangtze River. Due to the mild climate and terrain, it has had a high level of agriculture since ancient times, and is named after this: the first character of its name means "always, often", while the second means "ripe". The name of the adjacent county-level city of Taicang means "great granary".

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
3ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
59974 →
GeoNames ID
11494356 →
Wikidata
Q1015805 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.changshu.gov.cn →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CNCGS
Country
🇨🇳China
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CN-JS
Latitude
31.6500°
Longitude
120.7167°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Changshu Pt?+
The approach to Changshu Pt is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bǎoshān Area Lighthouses Lighthouse at 40.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Wusungkou (43.1 NM ESE), Hóngyáng Gǎng (43.2 NM E), Wusungkou (43.2 NM ESE), Huángpǔ River (Downtown Shànghǎi) Lighthouses (43.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Changshu Pt on?+
The Port of Changshu Pt is situated on the East China Sea in CN. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Changshu Pt?+
You can track vessels near Changshu Pt (CNCGS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for CNCGS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Changshu Pt?+
The Port of Changshu Pt operates in the UTC+8 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Changshu Pt?+
CHANGSHU PT (UN/Locode: CNCGS), China is a seaport located at approximately 31.77000° N, 120.95000° E.
Where is the Port of Changshu Pt located?+
Coordinates: 31.77000° N, 120.95000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CHANGSHU — UN/Locode: CNCSO — 31.76350° N, 120.94660° ENANTONG — UN/Locode: CNNTG — 31.97304° N, 120.86500° ETAICANG — UN/Locode: CNTAC — 31.65900° N, 121.16850° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Changshu Pt?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Changshu Pt?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Changshu Pt?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro and Tanker.