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Port of Dandong

CNDDZ🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Dandong

Also known as: Dandong

This artificial deep-water seaport is located at the mouth of the Yalu River, on China's border with North Korea. It handles bulk cargo and containers, with capacity for very large vessels up to 300,000 DWT.

Background
The Port of Dandong is an artificial deep-water seaport on the coast of the city of Dandong, Liaoning Province, People's Republic of China, located at the mouth of the Yalu River, right on the Chinese border with North Korea. It has capacity for very large ships of up to 300,000 DWT. In 2012 it reached a throughput of 96 million metric tons and 125,000 TEU of containers.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
5ft
Tidal Range
5ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
60233 →
GeoNames ID
11494376 →
Wikidata
Q16898717 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.dandongport.com →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CN-LN
Latitude
40.1333°
Longitude
124.3667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Dandong?+
The approach to Dandong is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Sampo Lighthouse at 12.3 NM to the S. Other aids include Maan Do (21.4 NM SSW), Un Do (24.2 NM S), Suun Do (26.7 NM S), Dengtashan (36.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Dandong on?+
The Port of Dandong is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in CN. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Dandong?+
You can track vessels near Dandong (CNDDZ) 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 CNDDZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dandong?+
The Port of Dandong 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.