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Port of Yangon

MMRGN🇲🇲Myanmar

Port Location

About Port of Yangon

Yangon is Myanmar's principal seaport, handling bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and general cargo vessels. Its facilities include depths of approximately 9.14 meters, accommodating a range of maritime traffic.

Background
Yangon, sometimes romanised in English as Rangoon, is the capital of the Yangon Region and the largest city of Myanmar. Yangon was the capital of Myanmar until 2005 and served as such until 2006, when the military government relocated the administrative functions to the purpose-built capital city of Naypyidaw in north central Myanmar. With over five million people, Yangon is Myanmar's most populous city and its most important commercial centre.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9.14m
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Terminals
5

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11101774 →
Wikidata
Q37995 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MMRGN
Country
🇲🇲Myanmar
Time Zone
UTC+6:30
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
South-East Asia
Sub-area
Andaman Sea
Latitude
16.7950°
Longitude
96.1800°

Terminals (5)

AHLONE INTERNATIONAL PORT TERMINAL 1

MYANMAR PORT AUTHORITY

Ahlone Road, Ahlone Township, Yangon, Myanmar

www.mpa.gov.mm →

ASIA WORLD PORT TERMINAL

ASIA WORLD PORT MANAGEMENT CO. LTD.

No. 61-62, Bahosi Development, Wadan Street, Lanmadaw Township, Yangon, Myanmar

www.asiaworldcompany.com →

BO AUNG KYAW TERMINAL

LANN PYI MARINE CO. LTD

No. 55/61, Strand Road, Seikkan Township, Yangon, Myanmar

azlmyanmar.com →

MYANMAR INDUSTRIAL PORT (MIP)

MYANMAR INDUSTRIAL PORT (MIP) CONTAINER TERMINAL

No. 7/2 (B) Strand Road, Ahlone Township, Yangon, Myanmar.

www.myanmarindustrialport.com →

MYANMAR INTERNATIONAL TERMINALS THILAWA (HUTCHISON MITT)

MYANMAR INTERNATIONAL TERMINALS THILAWA LTD. (HUTCHISON MITT)

Thilawa, Kyauktan Township, Yangon, Myanmar

www.mitt.com.mm →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Yangon?+
The controlling depth at Yangon is 9.14 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Yangon?+
The approach to Yangon is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Thanlyetsoon Point Lighthouse at 2 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Seik Giy Training Wall East End (3.2 NM WSW), Thanlyin Point Range Rear (3.2 NM SE), Thilawa Range Common Rear (9.8 NM SSE), Eastern Grove Flats (21.2 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Yangon on?+
The Port of Yangon is situated on the Indian Ocean in MM. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Yangon?+
You can track vessels near Yangon (MMRGN) 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 MMRGN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Yangon?+
The Port of Yangon operates in the UTC+6:30 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 Yangon?+
YANGON (UN/Locode: MMRGN), Myanmar is a seaport located at approximately 16.79500° N, 96.17998° E.
Where is the Port of Yangon located?+
Coordinates: 16.79500° N, 96.17998° E. Nearby terminals/ports:THILAWA — UN/Locode: MMTLA — 16.64886° N, 96.25449° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Yangon?+
Depths: maximum draft approx. 9.14 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Yangon?+
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 Yangon?+
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 Yangon?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.