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Port of Gwangyang

KRKAN🇰🇷KR

Port Location

About Port of Gwangyang

The Port of Gwangyang (KRKAN) is a maritime port facility located in KR.. Local time zone: UTC+9.

Position: 34.8849°N, 127.7185°E. UN/LOCODE: KRKAN.

Geographic context: The Port of Gwangyang is situated on the Sea of Japan, within the Japan / Korea shipping lane — a busy shipping corridor linking the major ports of Japan and South Korea. The location falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Gwangyang
Country
🇰🇷KR
UNLOCODE
KRKAN
Time Zone
UTC+9
Latitude
34.8849°
Longitude
127.7185°

Navigation Aids Near Gwangyang

Gwangyang (Kwangyang) Passage Lighthouse

2 NME

Sangtan Lighthouse

4.7 NMESE

Wagi Lighthouse

6.4 NMENE

Noryang Lighthouse

7.4 NMENE

Main Harbor Lighthouses Lighthouse

8.2 NMSSE

Nearby Vessels

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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 (Kwangyang) Passage Lighthouse at 2 NM to the E. Other aids include Sangtan (4.7 NM ESE), Wagi (6.4 NM ENE), Noryang (7.4 NM ENE), Main Harbor Lighthouses (8.2 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.