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Port of FUZHOU

CNFOC🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of FUZHOU

Also known as: Fuzhou

This natural and artificial deep-water seaport is centered on the Minjiang River estuary on China's southeastern coast, facing the Taiwan Strait. It serves as a key gateway for Fuzhou and Ningde, acting as the closest mainland port to Taiwan.

Background
The Port of Fuzhou is a natural seaport centered on the estuary of the Minjiang River artificial deep-water international seaport on the coast of Fuzhou, Fujian, People's Republic of China. and of the neighboring prefecture of Ningde. The Port is located on the southeastern coast of Fujian, facing the Taiwan Strait. Fuzhou is the Mainland port closest to Taiwan, being just 149 Nautical miles from Keelung.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
28m
Channel Depth
10ft
Tidal Range
7ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
59860 →
GeoNames ID
11494342 →
Wikidata
Q16898736 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.fzport.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
CNFOC
Country
🇨🇳China
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
South China
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
26.0003°
Longitude
119.4351°

Terminals (2)

FUZHOU INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

FUZHOU INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

Xin Jiang Road, Jiangyin, Fuqing Fujian, 350309, China

www.fct-fuzhou.com.cn →

FUZHOU QINGZHOU CONTAINER TERMINAL

FUZHOU QINGZHOU CONTAINER TERMINAL CO., LTD

113 Luoxing Road Mawei, Fujian Fuzhou, 350015, China

www.fct-fuzhou.com.cn →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of FUZHOU?+
The controlling depth at FUZHOU is 28 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of FUZHOU?+
The approach to FUZHOU is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is jiāo Lighthouse at 1.4 NM to the SE. Other aids include Dàmǎjiāo (1.5 NM SE), Niúwěi Shān (4.4 NM ENE), Shímén Xī (4.7 NM NE), Yanguǎn (5.1 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of FUZHOU on?+
The Port of FUZHOU 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 FUZHOU?+
You can track vessels near FUZHOU (CNFOC) 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 CNFOC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of FUZHOU?+
The Port of FUZHOU 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.