Port of Kowloon

HKKWN🇭🇰Hong Kong

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About Port of Kowloon

Also known as: Kowloon Docks, Kowloon Dockyards

Kowloon is a major port located on the Kowloon Peninsula in Hong Kong. It serves as a vital hub for cargo handling and accommodates various vessel types. The port features essential facilities and operates with compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Kowloon is one of the three areas of Hong Kong, along with Hong Kong Island and the New Territories. It is an urban area comprising the Kowloon Peninsula and New Kowloon. It has a population of 2,019,533 and a population density of 43,033/km2 (111,450/sq mi) in 2006. It is the smallest, second most populous, and most densely populated of the divisions.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57840 →
GeoNames ID
1819606 →
Wikidata
Q239143 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
HKKWN
Country
🇭🇰Hong Kong
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
DCK (Dock)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Latitude
22.3000°
Longitude
114.1667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Kowloon is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tsim Sha Tsui Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Green Island (3.2 NM WSW), Fo Yeuk Chau (3.8 NM SSW), Kau Yi Chau (4.9 NM W), A Kung Ngam (5.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Kowloon on?

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The Port of Kowloon 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 Kowloon?

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You can track vessels near Kowloon (HKKWN) 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 Kowloon?

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The Port of Kowloon is a port in HK. Its UN/LOCODE is HKKWN — 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 HKKWN mean?

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The first two characters, HK, are the ISO country code for HK. 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 Kowloon?

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The Port of Kowloon 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.