Port of Sabang, Sumatra

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About Port of Sabang, Sumatra

Sabang is a port located on We Island, off the northern tip of Sumatra, Indonesia. It serves as a strategic transshipment hub and bunkering station in the Malacca Strait. The port accommodates various vessel types and offers pilotage and tug services.

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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
Q111387255 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Malacca Strait
Latitude
5.8855°
Longitude
95.3185°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sabang, Sumatra?

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The approach to Sabang, Sumatra is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pulau Klah Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the SW. Other aids include ie Meule (0.9 NM NNE), Ujung Seuke (5.8 NM SE), Pulau Buru (12.6 NM SSE), Pulau Rondo (16.4 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Sabang, Sumatra on?

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The Port of Sabang, Sumatra 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 Sabang, Sumatra?

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You can track vessels near Sabang, Sumatra (IDSBG) 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 Sabang, Sumatra?

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The Port of Sabang, Sumatra is a port in ID. Its UN/LOCODE is IDSBG — 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 IDSBG 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 Sabang, Sumatra?

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The Port of Sabang, 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.