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Port of Hong Kong

HKHKG🇭🇰Hong Kong

Port Location

About Port of Hong Kong

Also known as: Hong Kong

This deepwater seaport on the South China Sea is a major hub for containerized manufactured products and raw materials. Victoria Harbour's natural shelter facilitates the handling of all vessel types. It ranks among the world's busiest ports for shipping movements, cargo, and passengers.

Background
The Port of Hong Kong located by the South China Sea, is a deepwater seaport dominated by trade in containerised manufactured products, and to a lesser extent raw materials and passengers. A key factor in the economic development of Hong Kong, the natural shelter and deep waters of Victoria Harbour provide ideal conditions for berthing and the handling of all types of vessels. It is one of the busiest ports in the world, in the three categories of shipping movements, cargo handled and passengers carried. This makes Hong Kong a Large-Port Metropolis.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
379m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
M
Repair Code
A
Terminals
7

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57840 →
GeoNames ID
11494322 →
Wikidata
Q1572723 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.pdc.gov.hk →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
HKHKG
Country
🇭🇰Hong Kong
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
South China
Latitude
22.2879°
Longitude
114.1814°

Terminals (7)

ASIA CONTAINER TERMINALS (ACT)

ASIA CONTAINER TERMINALS LTD.

Terminal 8 West, Container Port Road South, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong

www.hphtrust.com →

CHINA MERCHANTS CONTAINER SERVICES

CHINA MERCHANTS CONTAINER SERVICES LTD.

5-9 Tsing Keung Street, Tsing Yi, New Territories, Hong Kong

cmcs.com.hk →

COSCO-HIT (CHT)

COSCO-HIT TERMINALS (HONG KONG) LTD.

Terminal 8 East, Container Port Road South, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong

www.hphtrust.com →

DP WORLD HONG KONG - CT3

DP WORLD ASIA

www.dpworld.com →

HONG KONG INTERNATIONAL TERMINALS (HIT)

HONGKONG INTERNATIONAL TERMINALS LIMITED

Terminal 4, Container Port Road South, Kwai Chung, Hong Kong

www.hphtrust.com →

HONG KONG MODERN TERMINALS (MTL)

MODERN TERMINALS LIMITED

www.modernterminals.com.hk →

RIVER TRADE TERMINAL (RTT)

RIVER TRADE TERMINAL CO., LTD. (RTT)

201 Lung Mun Road, Tuen Mun, New Territories, Hong Kong

www.rttc.com.hk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hong Kong?+
The approach to Hong Kong is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tsim Sha Tsui Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the NW. Other aids include Fo Yeuk Chau (3.6 NM SW), Green Island (3.9 NM W), A Kung Ngam (4.5 NM ESE), Hak Kok Tau (4.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hong Kong on?+
The Port of Hong Kong is situated on the South China Sea in HK. 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 Hong Kong?+
You can track vessels near Hong Kong (HKHKG) 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 HKHKG on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hong Kong?+
The Port of Hong Kong 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.