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Port of Manado

IDMDC🇮🇩Indonesia

Port Location

About Port of Manado

Manado is a port established in 1623, located on the Bay of Manado in North Sulawesi, Indonesia. It serves as a key maritime hub for the region. The port is equipped with tugs and a drydock, indicating its capacity for various vessel services.

Background
Manado is the capital city of the Indonesian province of North Sulawesi. It is the second largest city in Sulawesi after Makassar, with the 2020 census giving a population of 451,916, and the official estimates for mid 2023 showing 458,582 inhabitants, distributed over a land area of 157.26 km2. The Manado metropolitan area had a population of 1,377,815 as of mid 2023. The city is situated on the Bay of Manado, and is surrounded by a mountainous area.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
5ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1623

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Celebes Sea
Latitude
1.4933°
Longitude
124.8362°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
52040 →
Wikidata
Q15847 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.kotamanado.go.id →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Manado?+
The approach to Manado is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Manado North Mole Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the NE. Other aids include Manado South Mole (0.2 NM NE), Tanjung Pisok (0.2 NM NE), Manado (0.4 NM ESE), Lilang (17 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Manado on?+
The Port of Manado is situated on the North Pacific Ocean 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 Manado?+
You can track vessels near Manado (IDMDC) 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 IDMDC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Manado?+
The Port of Manado 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.