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Port of Dongguan

CNDGG🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Dongguan

This port is located in the Pearl River Delta region of Guangdong Province, China. It serves as a key industrial hub, facilitating the movement of goods within this economically significant area.

Background
Dongguan is a prefecture-level city in central Guangdong Province, China. An important industrial city in the Pearl River Delta, Dongguan borders the provincial capital of Guangzhou to the north, Huizhou to the northeast, Shenzhen to the south, and the Pearl River to the west. It is part of the Pearl River Delta built-up area with more than 65.57 million inhabitants as of the 2020 census spread over nine municipalities across an area of 19,870 square kilometers (7,670 sq mi).

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13535792 →
Wikidata
Q59218 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.dongguan.gov.cn →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
CN-GD
Area
South China
Latitude
22.9280°
Longitude
113.6116°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Dongguan?+
The approach to Dongguan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) Range Common Rear Lighthouse at 2.4 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) North Range Front (2.5 NM WSW), Nízhōutóu (Nízhōu Tóu, Mud Island Point) South Range Front (2.6 NM WSW), Lightfloat Liánhuāshān (3.8 NM WNW), Liánhuāshān (Lotus Hill) Range Front (6.9 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Dongguan on?+
The Port of Dongguan is situated on the South 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 Dongguan?+
You can track vessels near Dongguan (CNDGG) 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 CNDGG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Dongguan?+
The Port of Dongguan 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.