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Port of Masbate

PHMBT🇵🇭Philippines

Port Location

About Port of Masbate

Also known as: Masbate Bay, Masbate Harbor, Palanog Harbor, Panalog Harbor

This small, sheltered natural harbor in the Philippines serves as a port for general cargo, passenger, and tanker vessels. It features mobile and fixed cranes with lifting capacities up to 49 MT, supporting wharf operations.

Background
Masbate, officially the Province of Masbate, is an island province in the Philippines located near the midsection of the nation's archipelago. Its provincial capital is Masbate City, the most populous in the province. The province consists of three major islands: Masbate, Ticao and Burias.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

History

Established
1864

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PHMBT
Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
Philippines
Latitude
12.3692°
Longitude
123.6184°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
58620 →
GeoNames ID
1700710 →
Wikidata
Q13847 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
masbate.gov.ph →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Masbate?+
The approach to Masbate is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Matabao Island Lighthouse at 11.8 NM to the ESE. Other aids include Colorado Point (17.4 NM NW), San Miguel Island (20.9 NM N), Bugui Point (26.3 NM WNW), Bagatao Island (29.6 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Masbate on?+
The Port of Masbate 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 Masbate?+
You can track vessels near Masbate (PHMBT) 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 PHMBT on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Masbate?+
The Port of Masbate 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.
What is the Port of Masbate?+
MASBATE (UN/Locode: PHMBT), Philippines (the) is a seaport located at approximately 12.36916° N, 123.61840° E.
Where is the Port of Masbate located?+
Coordinates: 12.36916° N, 123.61840° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SAN ISIDRO/SANJOSE — UN/Locode: PHSIS — 12.38000° N, 124.33000° ELEGASPI APT, LUZON — UN/Locode: PHLGP — 13.15000° N, 123.75000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Masbate?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER and cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Masbate?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Masbate?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Masbate?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo, Passenger and Tanker.