Port of Sorong

IDSOQ🇮🇩Indonesia

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About Port of Sorong

Sorong is a seaport on western New Guinea, Indonesia. It handles passenger and container traffic, connecting the Bird's Head Peninsula to other Indonesian regions. The port features passenger and container terminals.

Background
Port of Sorong is a seaport in western New Guinea. This port contains both passenger and container terminal linking the Bird's Head Peninsula with other regions of Indonesia. This port is located at Sudirman Road, Sorong District, in Sorong and operated by PT Pelabuhan Indonesia IV.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
19ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

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

History

Operator (Wikidata ID)
Ministry of Marine Affairs and Fisheries

Terminals

TERMINAL PETIKEMAS SORONG

PT PELINDO TERMINAL PETIKEMAS (SPTP)

Jl. Ahmad Yani No.13, Sorong, Papua Barat, 98412, Indonesia

www.pelindotpk.co.id →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
Indonesia
Latitude
-0.8802°
Longitude
131.2386°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
53020 →
Wikidata
Q25470164 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Sorong is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pulau Buaya Lighthouse at 3.1 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Tanjung Warangket (19.1 NM W), Saonek Besar (36.8 NM NW), Pulau Agusta (42.1 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Sorong on?

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The Port of Sorong 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 Sorong?

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You can track vessels near Sorong (IDSOQ) 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 Sorong?

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The Port of Sorong is a port in ID. Its UN/LOCODE is IDSOQ — 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 IDSOQ 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 Sorong?

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The Port of Sorong 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.