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Port of Sembawang

SGSEM🇸🇬Singapore

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About Port of Sembawang

Sembawang is a dockyard facility located in Singapore. It serves as a naval base and repair yard, primarily handling naval vessels and offshore support vessels. The port is situated on the northern coast of Singapore Island.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
8m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1882339 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SGSEM
Country
🇸🇬Singapore
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
DCKY (Dockyard)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
SG-03
Area
Indonesia
Sub-area
Singapore Area
Latitude
1.4649°
Longitude
103.8087°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sembawang?

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The approach to Sembawang is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fort Canning Lighthouse at 10.5 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Bedok (11.9 NM SE), Berlayer Point (12.2 NM S), Johor (12.7 NM SW), Sultan Shoal (16.6 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Sembawang?

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The Port of Sembawang is located within the Strait of Malacca — the primary shipping route between the Indian and Pacific Oceans, carrying over 25% of global traded goods. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sembawang?

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You can track vessels near Sembawang (SGSEM) 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 SGSEM on the live map.

Where is the Port of Sembawang?

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The Port of Sembawang is a port in SG. Its UN/LOCODE is SGSEM — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE SGSEM mean?

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The first two characters, SG, are the ISO country code for SG. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sembawang?

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The Port of Sembawang 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.