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Port of Gwadar

PKGWD🇵🇰Pakistan

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About Port of Gwadar

Gwadar Port is a deep-water seaport on the Arabian Sea in Pakistan's Balochistan province. It handles bulk carriers and container vessels, featuring mobile and floating cranes. The port is a key component of the China-Pakistan Economic Corridor.

Background
Gwadar Port is a deep-sea port situated on the Arabian Sea at Gwadar in Pakistan's Balochistan province. The port is under the administrative control of the Maritime Secretary of Pakistan and the operational control of the China Overseas Port Holding Company. The port features prominently in the China–Pakistan Economic Corridor (CPEC) and is considered to be a link between the Belt and Road Initiative and the Maritime Silk Road projects. It is about 120 kilometres (75 mi) southwest of Turbat, and 170 kilometres (110 mi) to the east of Chabahar Port.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
3m

Operations & Services

History

Established
2007

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PKGWD
Country
🇵🇰Pakistan
Time Zone
UTC+5
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
PK-BA
Area
West Coast India
Body of Water
Arabian Sea
Latitude
25.1114°
Longitude
62.3430°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11065679 →
Wikidata
Q4122132 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
gwadarport.gov.pk →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Gwadar?+
The approach to Gwadar is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gwadar Range Front Lighthouse at 0.7 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Gwadar (0.8 NM SSE), Gwadar Range Rear (1.1 NM W), Jiwani (29.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Gwadar?+
You can track vessels near Gwadar (PKGWD) 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 PKGWD on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gwadar?+
The Port of Gwadar operates in the UTC+5 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 Gwadar?+
GWADAR (UN/Locode: PKGWD), Pakistan is a seaport located at approximately 25.11141° N, 62.34304° E.
Where is the Port of Gwadar located?+
Coordinates: 25.11141° N, 62.34304° E.
What facilities are available at the Port of Gwadar?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: turning area. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 12.5m - 13.7m and cargo pier depth 14m - 15.2m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Gwadar?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Gwadar?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: 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: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Gwadar?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and Container.