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Port of Sual

PHSUA🇵🇭Philippines

Port Location

About Port of Sual

Also known as: Port Sual

Sual is a Philippine anchorage established in 1805. It historically handles bulk carriers, tankers, and general cargo vessels.

Background
Sual, officially the Municipality of Sual, is a municipality in the province of Pangasinan, Philippines. According to the 2024 census, it has a population of 38,625 people.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

History

Established
1805

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Philippines
Latitude
16.0697°
Longitude
120.1043°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1685633 →
Wikidata
Q43145 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sual?+
The approach to Sual is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Lucap Lighthouse at 9.4 NM to the NW. Other aids include Bolinao Harbor (21.6 NM NNW), Cabaongan (23.2 NM NW), Cape Bolinao (23.2 NM NW), Hermana Mayor Island (24.4 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Sual on?+
The Port of Sual 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 Sual?+
You can track vessels near Sual (PHSUA) 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 PHSUA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sual?+
The Port of Sual 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 Sual?+
SUAL (UN/Locode: PHSUA), Philippines (the) is a seaport located at approximately 16.06973° N, 120.10430° E.
Where is the Port of Sual located?+
Coordinates: 16.06973° N, 120.10430° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SANTA CRUZ — UN/Locode: PHSCR — 15.75393° N, 119.89180° EBAUANG — UN/Locode: PHBNG — 16.52000° N, 120.32000° EMASINLOC — UN/Locode: PHMSC — 15.54772° N, 119.92860° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Sual?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Sual?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Sual?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Fishing, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.