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Port of Haimen

CNHME🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Haimen

Also known as: Haimen

This port is situated on the northern bank of the Yangtze River estuary, facing Shanghai. It serves as a gateway to the Yangtze River and the Yellow Sea. The port handles general cargo and is equipped with pilot and tug services.

Background
Haimen is a district of Nantong, Jiangsu province. Located on the northern bank of the Yangtze River estuary, it faces Shanghai across the river. Renowned as the "Gateway to the Yangtze River and the Yellow Sea" and "Little-Pudong", the district covers about 1,149 square kilometers and had a permanent population nearly 1 million in 2025. With its coastline along the Yangtze and the Yellow Sea, Haimen has historically been famous for fishing and salt production, and in modern times has developed into an important port-based industrial hub.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
40m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
59930 →
GeoNames ID
11494344 →
Wikidata
Q678701 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.haimen.gov.cn →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CN-ZJ
Area
Central China
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
31.8484°
Longitude
121.2266°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Haimen?+
The approach to Haimen is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hóngyáng Gǎng Lighthouse at 17 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Yáowàng Gǎng (21.3 NM NNE), Hǎimén District Lighthouses (21.5 NM NE), Bǎoshān Area Lighthouses (26.8 NM SSE), Wǔcāng Gǎng (28.2 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Haimen on?+
The Port of Haimen 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 Haimen?+
You can track vessels near Haimen (CNHME) 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 CNHME on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Haimen?+
The Port of Haimen 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.