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Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan

PHPPS🇵🇭PH

Port Location

About Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan

The Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan (PHPPS) is a maritime port facility located in PH. It features a maximum draft of 9.01m. Local time zone: UTC+8.

Vessel capacity and restrictions: The controlling depth at Puerto Princesa, Palawan is 9.01 meters. Vessel masters should confirm current draft restrictions with the port authority before arrival.

Position: 9.7262°N, 118.7340°E. UN/LOCODE: PHPPS.

Geographic context: The Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan is situated on the South China Sea. The location falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons.

Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9.01m

General Information

Port Name
Puerto Princesa, Palawan
Country
🇵🇭PH
UNLOCODE
PHPPS
Time Zone
UTC+8
Latitude
9.7262°
Longitude
118.7340°

Navigation Aids Near Puerto Princesa, Palawan

Tidepool Point Lighthouse

0.2 NMN

Bancao-Bancao Lighthouse

2.1 NME

Bold Point Lighthouse

31.4 NMNE

Panacan Lighthouse

34.8 NMSW

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan?+
The controlling depth at Puerto Princesa, Palawan is 9.01 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 Puerto Princesa, Palawan?+
The approach to Puerto Princesa, Palawan is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Tidepool Point Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the N. Other aids include Bancao-Bancao (2.1 NM E), Bold Point (31.4 NM NE), Panacan (34.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan on?+
The Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan is situated on the South China Sea 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 Puerto Princesa, Palawan?+
You can track vessels near Puerto Princesa, Palawan (PHPPS) 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 PHPPS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan?+
The Port of Puerto Princesa, Palawan 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.