Port of Catbalogan, Samar

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About Port of Catbalogan, Samar

Catbalogan Port is a vital maritime gateway in the Philippines. It serves as a ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is located on the island of Samar, facilitating inter-island transport.

Background
Catbalogan, officially the City of Catbalogan, is a component city and capital city of the province of Samar, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 107,896 people.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
58670 →
Wikidata
Q1020709 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.catbalogan.gov.ph →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PHCTS
Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Time Zone
UTC+8

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Latitude
11.7667°
Longitude
124.8833°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Catbalogan, Samar?

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The approach to Catbalogan, Samar is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Catbalogan Lighthouse at 0.8 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Gandara River (17.1 NM NW), Canuay Islet (19.9 NM S), Santa Rita (20.8 NM SSE), Calbayog (24.8 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Catbalogan, Samar on?

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The Port of Catbalogan, Samar is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in PH. 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 Catbalogan, Samar?

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You can track vessels near Catbalogan, Samar (PHCTS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Catbalogan, Samar?

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The Port of Catbalogan, Samar is a port in PH. Its UN/LOCODE is PHCTS — 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 PHCTS mean?

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The first two characters, PH, are the ISO country code for PH. 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 Catbalogan, Samar?

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The Port of Catbalogan, Samar operates in the UTC+8 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.