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Port of Sinhang/Pohang

KRSHG🇰🇷South Korea

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About Port of Sinhang/Pohang

Also known as: Daebohang, daebohang, 대보항

This harbor in South Korea serves as a significant industrial port. It handles bulk cargo, primarily iron ore and coal, for the nearby steelworks. Key vessel types include large bulk carriers, and the port is equipped with tugs and a drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
17ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
60410 →
GeoNames ID
11249288 →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
KR-48
Latitude
36.0833°
Longitude
129.5500°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sinhang/Pohang?

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The approach to Sinhang/Pohang is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Daebo Hang Lighthouse at 0.6 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Daedongbae Hang Section 2 North Breakwater (0.6 NM ESE), Gyoseokcho (0.6 NM NE), Daebo Hang South Breakwater (0.7 NM ESE), Homigot (1 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sinhang/Pohang?

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The Port of Sinhang/Pohang 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 Sinhang/Pohang?

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You can track vessels near Sinhang/Pohang (KRSHG) 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 KRSHG on the live map.

Where is the Port of Sinhang/Pohang?

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The Port of Sinhang/Pohang is a port in KR. Its UN/LOCODE is KRSHG — 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 KRSHG mean?

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The first two characters, KR, are the ISO country code for KR. 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 Sinhang/Pohang?

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The Port of Sinhang/Pohang 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.