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Port of General Santos

PHGES🇵🇭PH

Port Location

About Port of General Santos

The Port of General Santos (PHGES) is a maritime port facility located in PH. It features a maximum draft of 12m. Local time zone: UTC+8.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at General Santos is 12 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Position: 6.0535°N, 125.1460°E. UN/LOCODE: PHGES.

Geographic context: The Port of General Santos is situated on the North Pacific Ocean. The location falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
12m

General Information

Port Name
General Santos
Country
🇵🇭PH
UNLOCODE
PHGES
Time Zone
UTC+8
Latitude
6.0535°
Longitude
125.1460°

Navigation Aids Near General Santos

Buca Point Lighthouse

28.7 NMWSW

Baños Point Lighthouse

32.2 NME

Tingulo Point Lighthouse

34.7 NMENE

Tubalan Head Lighthouse

37.7 NMNE

Kiambing Lighthouse

37.9 NMW

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of General Santos?+
The controlling depth at General Santos is 12 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 General Santos?+
The approach to General Santos is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Buca Point Lighthouse at 28.7 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Baños Point (32.2 NM E), Tingulo Point (34.7 NM ENE), Tubalan Head (37.7 NM NE), Kiambing (37.9 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of General Santos on?+
The Port of General Santos is situated on the North Pacific Ocean in PH. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of General Santos?+
You can track vessels near General Santos (PHGES) 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 PHGES on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of General Santos?+
The Port of General Santos 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.