Port of HAIKOU

The controlling depth at HAIKOU is 10 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.

The approach to HAIKOU is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Xiùyīng North Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Xiuying Breakwater (1.5 NM SSW), Xiùyīng West Breakwater (1.5 NM SSW), Báishājiāo (1.7 NM ENE), Xiuying (2 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of HAIKOU 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.

You can track vessels near HAIKOU (CNHAK) 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 CNHAK on the live map.

The Port of HAIKOU is a port in CN. Its UN/LOCODE is CNHAK — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

The first two characters, CN, are the ISO country code for CN. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

The Port of HAIKOU 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.