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Port of Kaohsiung

TWKHH🇹🇼Taiwan

Also known as: Ch'ien-chen Fishing Harbor, Ch'ien-chen Yu-kang, Ch’ien-chen Fishing Harbor, Ch’ien-chen Yü-kang, Cianjhen Yugang, Qianzhen Yugang

This is Taiwan's largest harbor, situated in the south of the island. It handles significant container traffic, with container ships being a key vessel type. The port features extensive facilities, including large drydocks.

Background
The Port of Kaohsiung is the largest harbor in Taiwan, handling approximately 10.26 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) worth of cargo in 2015. The port is located in southern Taiwan, adjacent to Kaohsiung City, and surrounded by the city districts of Gushan, Yancheng, Lingya, Cianjhen, Siaogang, as well as Cijin. It is operated by Taiwan International Ports Corporation, Taiwan's state-owned harbor management company.
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Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m
Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
L
Repair Code
B
Terminals
11
WPI No.
57920
GeoNames ID
7501952
Wikidata
Q713449
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
UN/LOCODE
TWKHH
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)
Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair
Area
South China
Latitude
22.5843°
Longitude
120.3181°

CMA TERMINAL (W68-69)

CMA CGM KAOHSIUNG TERMINAL CO., LTD.

10, Yatai Road, Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City 81243, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

EVERGREEN TERMINAL KCC4 (W115-W117)

EVERGREEN MARINE CORP. (TAIWAN) LTD.

Pier 116, Zhongzhou, Qijin Dist., Kaohsiung City 805, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

EVERGREEN TERMINAL KCC5 (W79-W81)

EVERGREEN MARINE CORP. (TAIWAN) LTD.

No. 68, Guanghe Rd., Xiaogang Dist., Kaohsiung City 812, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

EVERGREEN TERMINAL KCC7 (S01-S05)

EVERGREEN MARINE CORP. (TAIWAN) LTD.

No. 21, Zhougui Rd,Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung City 812, Taiwan(R.O.C)

kh.twport.com.tw

HMM PACIFIC TERMINAL (W76-W78)

HYUNDAI MERCHANT MARINE PACIFIC CO., LTD. (TAIWAN BRANCH)

3F, No. 6, Dong Ya South Road, Xiao Gang District, Kaohsiung 81243, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

HMM TERMINAL (W118-W119)

HYUNDAI MERCHANT MARINE CO., LTD.

Pier 118/119, Container Terminal No.4, No.40, Chi-Ching 1st Road, Chi-Ching District, Kaohsiung, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

KAO MING TERMINAL (W108-W111)

KAO MING CONTAINER TERMINAL CORP.

No. 2800, Nanxing Rd., Xiaogang Dist., Kaohsiung City 812, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

LIEN HAI TERMINAL (W42-W43)

LIEN HAI TERMINAL CORP.

No. 100, Dahua 2nd Rd., Qianzhen Dist., Kaohsiung City 806, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

www.gccports.com

OOCL TERMINAL (W65-W67)

OOCL (TAIWAN) CO., LTD.

Pier 66, Yugang N. 3rd Rd., Qianzhen Dist., Kaohsiung City 806, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

kh.twport.com.tw

WAN HAI TERMINAL (W63-W64)

WAN HAI LINES LTD.

No. 18, Jhengang Rd.,Chien Chen District, 80672, Kaohsiung, Taiwan.

kh.twport.com.tw

YANG MING TERMINAL (W70)

YANG MING MARINE TRANSPORT CORP.

999, Xinsheng Rd, Xiaogang District, Kaohsiung 81245, Taiwan (R.O.C.)

www.yangming.com
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How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kaohsiung?+
The approach to Kaohsiung is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Kaohsiung South Entrance North Breakwater Lighthouse at 2.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Liouciou (Liu-chu Yü, Baishawei) East Breakwater (2.4 NM SSW), Kaohsiung South Entrance South Breakwater (2.5 NM SSW), Kaohsiung (3.5 NM WNW), Kaohsiung North Breakwater (4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kaohsiung?+
The Port of Kaohsiung is located within the Taiwan Strait — a major shipping corridor in East Asia connecting the East and South China Seas. 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 Kaohsiung?+
You can track vessels near Kaohsiung (TWKHH) 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 TWKHH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kaohsiung?+
The Port of Kaohsiung 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.