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Port of Nansha Pt

CNNSA🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Nansha Pt

Nansha Port Area is a key component of the Port of Guangzhou, situated at the Pearl River estuary. It primarily handles large container ships, accommodating vessels with drafts up to 17 meters. The port features deep-draft jetties and began operations in 2004.

Background
Port of Nansha, officially Nansha Port Area, is a port, which is one of the three port areas of the Port of Guangzhou. The port is located at the estuary of the Pearl River, about 35 nautical miles (65 km) from the sea. Its construction continued throughout the early 2000s, and began operations in 2004 as an integral part of the Port of Guangzhou. The port system consists of riverside deep-draft jetties.The port mainly handles large container ships; accommodates vessels with a draft of 17 metres (56 ft).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Terminals
3

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
13535787 →
Wikidata
Q126911083 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
CN-GD
Area
South China
Latitude
22.6692°
Longitude
113.6605°

Terminals (3)

GUANGZHOU SOUTH CHINA OCEANGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL (GOCT)

GUANGZHOU SOUTH CHINA OCEANGATE CONTAINER TERMINAL CO., LTD

Longxue Island, Nansha District, Guangzhou, China

m.goct.com.cn →

NANSHA CONTAINER TERMINAL PHASE I

GUANGZHOU PORT NANSHA STEVEDORING CO.,LTD.

Longxue Island, Nansha District, Guangzhou, China

www.gnict.com →

NANSHA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (PHASE III)

GUANGZHOU PORT CO., LTD. NANSHA CONTAINER TERMINAL BRANCH COMPANY

Longxue Island, Nansha District, Guangzhou, China

www.gznict.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Nansha Pt?+
The approach to Nansha Pt is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jinsuopai Lighthouse at 8 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Xīyádǎo (11.4 NM SE), Niulijiao (14.1 NM S), Qíàodǎo (14.1 NM S), Qíàodǎo Range Rear (14.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Nansha Pt on?+
The Port of Nansha Pt 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 Nansha Pt?+
You can track vessels near Nansha Pt (CNNSA) 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 CNNSA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Nansha Pt?+
The Port of Nansha Pt 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.