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Port of Sinpo

KPSIN🇰🇵North Korea

Port Location

About Port of Sinpo

Also known as: Sinp'o-hang, Sinp’o-hang, sinpohang, 신포항

Sinpo is a seaport on the Sea of Japan coast of North Korea. It handles bulk carrier vessels.

Background
Sinpo is a port city on the coast of the Sea of Japan in central South Hamgyŏng province, North Korea. According to the last available census, approximately 152,759 people reside there.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
2051566 →
Wikidata
Q511352 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
KPSIN
Country
🇰🇵North Korea
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
North China
Latitude
40.0243°
Longitude
128.1796°

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sinpo?+
The approach to Sinpo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mayang Do Lighthouse at 2.7 NM to the SE. Other aids include Ansong Gap (16.1 NM WSW), Choncho Do (24.2 NM ENE), Soho (27.2 NM WSW), Kwangsunggotchi (42.5 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sinpo?+
The Port of Sinpo is located within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sinpo?+
You can track vessels near Sinpo (KPSIN) 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 KPSIN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sinpo?+
The Port of Sinpo operates in the UTC+9 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.
What is the Port of Sinpo?+
SINPO (UN/Locode: KPSIN), North Korea (the Democratic Peoples Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 40.02427° N, 128.17960° E.
Where is the Port of Sinpo located?+
Coordinates: 40.02427° N, 128.17960° E. Nearby terminals/ports:TANCHON — UN/Locode: KPTCH — 40.41295° N, 128.91990° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Sinpo?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Sinpo?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Sinpo?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier.