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Port of Shantou

CNSTG🇨🇳China

Port Location

About Port of Shantou

Also known as: Shan-t'ou Chiang, Shan-t’ou Chiang, Shantou Gang, Swatow Chiang, shan tou gang, 汕头港

This natural river seaport is located on the coast of Shantou in China's Guangdong Province. It serves as the primary gateway for eastern Guangdong, handling significant cargo and container volumes. Pilotage is compulsory, and tugs are available.

Background
The Port of Shantou is a natural river seaport on the coast of the city of Shantou, Guangdong Province, People's Republic of China. It is the only major port in eastern Guangdong, and the gateway to the Shantou SEZ. In 2012, it had a throughput of 45.6 million tons of cargo, and 1,250,000 TEU of containers. Like most Chinese seaports, it has experienced frantic growth in the last two decades and has plans for large expansion in the future.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
2ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57860 →
GeoNames ID
1795934 →
Wikidata
Q16898724 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.stport.com →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
CN-GD
Area
South China
Latitude
23.3410°
Longitude
116.6715°

Terminals

SHANTOU INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

SHANTOU INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINALS LTD.

Berths 7 and 8, Zhuchi Port, Zhongshan East Road, Shantou City, 515041 Guangdong, China

www.sict.com.cn →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Shantou?+
The approach to Shantou is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dézhōudǎo Lighthouse at 4.3 NM to the E. Other aids include Dézhōudǎo (Shàntóu Gǎng) Range No. 1 Front (4.3 NM E), Shantou Range 1 Rear (4.3 NM E), Dézhōudǎo Outgoing Range Rear (4.7 NM E), Dezhoudao (4.8 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Shantou on?+
The Port of Shantou is situated on the North Pacific Ocean 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 Shantou?+
You can track vessels near Shantou (CNSTG) 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 CNSTG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Shantou?+
The Port of Shantou 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.