Port of Singapore

The Port of Singapore has a maximum permissible draft of 21 meters and can accommodate vessels up to 470m in length and 60m in beam. Before planning a call, masters and agents should verify current depths with the harbor master, as conditions may change with tidal variations and maintenance dredging. Pilotage may be compulsory for larger vessels.

The approach to Singapore is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Fort Canning Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Berlayer Point (3.3 NM WSW), Bedok (4.8 NM ENE), Batu Berhanti (6.6 NM SSE), Raffles (10.3 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Singapore 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.

You can track vessels near Singapore (SGSIN) 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 SGSIN on the live map.

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

The first two characters, SG, are the ISO country code for Singapore. 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.

The Port of Singapore operates in the Asia/Singapore 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.