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Port of Tanjung Pandan

IDTJQ🇮🇩Indonesia

Port Location

About Port of Tanjung Pandan

Tanjung Pandan is a port located on Belitung Island, Indonesia. It serves as a vital hub for regional trade, handling general cargo. The port is equipped with tugs and has a drydock facility.

Background
Tanjungpandan, also colloquially written as Tanjung Pandan, is the largest town on the island of Belitung in the Indonesian province of Bangka Belitung Islands. Tanjungpandan is the capital of the Belitung Regency comprising one of the five districts (kecamatan) within that Regency. It covers an area of 378.45 km2 and had a population of 86,487 at the 2010 Census and 103,062 at the 2020 Census.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
2ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
50250 →
Wikidata
Q19727976 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
ID-SS
Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Java Sea
Latitude
-2.7495°
Longitude
107.6255°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tanjung Pandan?+
The approach to Tanjung Pandan is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pulau Lengkuas Lighthouse at 12.8 NM to the N. Other aids include Tanjung Ajer Lancur (19 NM WSW), Pulau Celaka (37.4 NM WSW), Tanjung Berikat (47.9 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Tanjung Pandan on?+
The Port of Tanjung Pandan is situated on the Java 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 Tanjung Pandan?+
You can track vessels near Tanjung Pandan (IDTJQ) 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 IDTJQ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tanjung Pandan?+
The Port of Tanjung Pandan 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.