Port of Zhelin

CNZEL🇨🇳China

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About Port of Zhelin

Zhelin is a port in Guangdong, China. It is a medium-sized, fully sheltered harbor. Pilotage is compulsory, and tugs and drydock facilities are available.

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57862 →
GeoNames ID
11550062 →
Wikidata
Q111387065 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
CN-GD
Latitude
23.5833°
Longitude
117.1000°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Zhelin?

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The approach to Zhelin is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Qingyu Lighthouse at 3.3 NM to the SW. Other aids include Heijiao (3.4 NM W), Lǎoniújiāo (6.3 NM ESE), Chaozhou (6.5 NM ESE), Gōngkǒuwàiyǔ (7.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Zhelin?

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The Port of Zhelin is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Zhelin?

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You can track vessels near Zhelin (CNZEL) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Zhelin?

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

What does the UN/LOCODE CNZEL mean?

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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.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Zhelin?

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The Port of Zhelin 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.