Port of Balohan

IDBLH🇮🇩Indonesia

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About Port of Balohan

Balohan is a small harbor in Aceh, Indonesia, serving local ferry traffic. It is equipped with pilotage and tug services.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
22ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
50610 →
Wikidata
Q137506989 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
IDBLH
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Time Zone
UTC+7

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
ID-AC
Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Malacca Strait
Latitude
5.8253°
Longitude
95.3482°

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Balohan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ujung Seuke Lighthouse at 1.9 NM to the SE. Other aids include Pulau Klah (3.9 NM NW), ie Meule (4.7 NM NNW), Pulau Buru (8.7 NM SSE), Ulee Lheue (16.5 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Balohan on?

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The Port of Balohan is situated on the Andaman Sea in ID. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

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

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You can track vessels near Balohan (IDBLH) 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 Balohan?

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The Port of Balohan is a port in ID. Its UN/LOCODE is IDBLH — 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 IDBLH mean?

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The first two characters, ID, are the ISO country code for ID. 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 Balohan?

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The Port of Balohan operates in the UTC+7 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.