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Port of Gwangyang

KRKAN🇰🇷South Korea

Port Location

About Port of Gwangyang

Also known as: Gwangyanghang, Kwangyang-hang, gwang-yanghang, 광양항

Gwangyang is a major South Korean seaport handling bulk cargo, containers, and petroleum products. It serves a variety of vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, and tankers. The port is situated on the southern coast of the Korean peninsula.

Background
The Port of Gwangyang is a port in South Korea, located in the city of Gwangyang, South Jeolla Province. It opened on December 5, 1986.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
8m

Operations & Services

Terminals
3

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1918021 →
Wikidata
Q15621434 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.ygpa.or.kr →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
KRKAN
Country
🇰🇷South Korea
Time Zone
UTC+9
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
KR-46
Area
North China
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
34.8849°
Longitude
127.7185°

Terminals (3)

GWANGYANG WEST CONTAINER TERMINAL

GWANGYANG WEST CONTAINER TERMINAL CO., LTD.

1392 Hwang Gil Dong, Gwang Yang, Chonnam, South Korea

www.cjlogistics.com →

KOREA INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

KOREA INTERNATIONAL TERMINAL

240 Keonbudu-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do, South Korea

www.kitl.com →

SM GWANGYANG TERMINAL

SM LINE GWANGYANG TERMINAL CO., LTD.

390 Keonbudu-ro, Gwangyang-si, Jeollanam-do, South Korea

home.smlgt.co.kr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gwangyang?+
The approach to Gwangyang is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gwangyang Passage Lighthouse at 2 NM to the E. Other aids include Sangtan (4.7 NM ESE), Umoseo (4.7 NM E), Eomsudo (5.4 NM ENE), Dunpyeongtan (6.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Gwangyang?+
The Port of Gwangyang 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 Gwangyang?+
You can track vessels near Gwangyang (KRKAN) 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 KRKAN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gwangyang?+
The Port of Gwangyang 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 Gwangyang?+
GWANGYANG (UN/Locode: KRKAN), South Korea (the Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 34.88490° N, 127.71850° E.
Where is the Port of Gwangyang located?+
Coordinates: 34.88490° N, 127.71850° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KWANGYANG — UN/Locode: KRKWA — 34.94000° N, 127.82000° EYEOSU — UN/Locode: KRYOS — 34.74062° N, 127.67080° ESAMCHEONPO — UN/Locode: KRSCP — 34.91068° N, 128.08880° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Gwangyang?+
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 Gwangyang?+
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 Gwangyang?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Gwangyang?+
Service providers include HANNAH ENGINEERING.