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Port of Hualien

TWHUN🇹🇼Taiwan

Port Location

About Port of Hualien

Also known as: Hua-lien Chiang, Hua-lien Kan, Hua-lien Kang, Hualian Gang, hua lian gang, 花蓮港

Hualien is an international port on Taiwan's Pacific coast. It handles significant volumes of gravel, cement, and marble, and accommodates cruise ships and whale watching vessels. The port features an artificial harbor protected by breakwaters.

Background
The Port of Hualien is an international port on the Pacific Ocean in Hualien City, Hualien County, Taiwan. Its artificial harbor protected by breakwaters was built in 1930–1939. There are 25 wharves in Hualien Port. The annual container volume is about 13 million tons. The port mainly transports local gravel, cement, and marble, and is host to cruise ships and whale watching boats.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
B

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57910 →
GeoNames ID
1674501 →
Wikidata
Q3847201 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.hlhb.gov.tw →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TWHUN
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
South China
Latitude
23.9761°
Longitude
121.6256°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hualien?+
The approach to Hualien is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hualien Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Hualien East Breakwater (0.4 NM SSE), Cilaibi (2.6 NM NNE), Heping Range Rear (21.3 NM NNE), Heping (Ho-p'ing Hsi) Range Front (21.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hualien on?+
The Port of Hualien is situated on the East China Sea in TW. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Hualien?+
You can track vessels near Hualien (TWHUN) 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 TWHUN on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hualien?+
The Port of Hualien 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.