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Port of Palembang, Sumatra

IDPLM🇮🇩Indonesia

Port Location

About Port of Palembang, Sumatra

This Indonesian port is situated on the Musi River. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tugs and a small drydock. Pilotage is compulsory for vessels calling at this facility.

Background
Palembang is the capital city of the Indonesian province of South Sumatra. The city proper covers 352.51 square kilometres on both banks of the Musi River in the eastern lowlands of southern Sumatra. It had a population of 1,668,848 at the 2020 Census; the official estimate as at mid 2024 was 1,801,367. Palembang is the second most populous city in Sumatra, after Medan, and the twelfth most populous city in Indonesia.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
3ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
S
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Pelindo

Terminals

TERMINAL PETIKEMAS PALEMBANG BOOM BARU

PELINDO II

Jl. Belinyu No. 1, Boom Baru, Palembang 30115, Indonesia

www.palembangport.co.id →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
IDPLM
Country
🇮🇩Indonesia
Time Zone
UTC+7
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Java Sea
Latitude
-2.9970°
Longitude
104.7928°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
50330 →
GeoNames ID
11876762 →
Wikidata
Q8131 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Palembang, Sumatra?+
The approach to Palembang, Sumatra is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Banyuasin Regency: Banyuasin River Lighthouses Lighthouse at 43 NM to the N. Other aids include Banyuasin Regency: Bangka Strait Lighthouse (47.8 NM NNE), Banyuasin Regency: Musi River Lighthouses (48 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Palembang, Sumatra on?+
The Port of Palembang, Sumatra is situated on the Indian 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 Palembang, Sumatra?+
You can track vessels near Palembang, Sumatra (IDPLM) 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 IDPLM on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Palembang, Sumatra?+
The Port of Palembang, Sumatra 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.