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Port of Ormoc/Tacloban

PHORC🇵🇭Philippines

Port Location

About Port of Ormoc/Tacloban

Also known as: Port Bello

Ormoc/Tacloban is an anchorage port in Ormoc Bay, Philippines. It handles bulk carriers and general cargo vessels, with facilities for anchorage loading and offloading. The port has limited pier depths but deep channels and anchorage areas.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
58770 →
GeoNames ID
1725603 →
Wikidata
Q111387416 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PHORC
Country
🇵🇭Philippines
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Area
Philippines
Body of Water
Ormoc Bay
Latitude
11.0052°
Longitude
124.6012°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban?+
The approach to Ormoc/Tacloban is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tulang Lighthouse at 23.9 NM to the SW. Other aids include Tolosa (26 NM E), Abuyog (29.5 NM ESE), Canuay Islet (29.8 NM NNE), Capitancillo Island (30 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban on?+
The Port of Ormoc/Tacloban 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 Ormoc/Tacloban?+
You can track vessels near Ormoc/Tacloban (PHORC) 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 PHORC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban?+
The Port of Ormoc/Tacloban 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 Ormoc/Tacloban?+
ORMOC (UN/Locode: PHORC), Philippines (the) is a seaport located at approximately 11.00515° N, 124.60120° E.
Where is the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban located?+
Coordinates: 11.00515° N, 124.60120° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ALBUERA — UN/Locode: PHALB — 10.88000° N, 124.71000° EISABEL — UN/Locode: PHISL — 10.90419° N, 124.43120° EBAYBAY — UN/Locode: PHBYB — 10.67545° N, 124.79230° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Very Small. Support: anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER and cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban?+
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 Ormoc/Tacloban?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Ormoc/Tacloban?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and General Cargo.