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Port of Ningbo

CNNBO🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Ningbo

Also known as: Ningbo

Located on the coast of the East China Sea, this port is the world's busiest by cargo tonnage. It handles a vast volume of bulk cargo and general cargo, serving large container ships and bulk carriers. The port is situated on the southeast end of Hangzhou Bay, facing Shanghai.

Background
The Port of Ningbo-Zhoushan is the busiest port in the world in terms of cargo tonnage. It handled 888.96 million tons of cargo in 2015. The port is located in Ningbo and Zhoushan, on the coast of the East China Sea, in Zhejiang province on the southeast end of Hangzhou Bay, across which it faces the municipality of Shanghai.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
12m

Operations & Services

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

History

Established
1738

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
CN-ZJ
Latitude
29.8667°
Longitude
121.5500°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
59940 →
GeoNames ID
11494346 →
Wikidata
Q1703245 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ningbo?+
The approach to Ningbo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Meixu Lighthouse at 4.9 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Hudunshan (11.4 NM NE), Hudunshan (11.6 NM ENE), Yongjiang South Spur Dyke (12.7 NM ENE), Changtiaozui (12.9 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ningbo on?+
The Port of Ningbo 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 Ningbo?+
You can track vessels near Ningbo (CNNBO) 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 CNNBO on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ningbo?+
The Port of Ningbo 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.