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Port of KINMEN

TWKNH🇹🇼Taiwan

Port Location

About Port of KINMEN

Also known as: Chin-men Chiang, Chin-men Kang, Jinmen Gang, Quemoy Chiang, Quemoy Harbor

Kinmen is a harbor located off the southeastern coast of China, near Xiamen Bay. It serves as a port for the Kinmen islands.

Background
Kinmen, alternatively known as Quemoy, is a group of islands and a county of Taiwan, only 10 km (6 mi) east from the city of Xiamen in Fujian, located at the southeastern coast of the People's Republic of China, from which they are separated by Xiamen Bay. Kinmen is also 187 km (116 mi) west from the closest shoreline of the island of Taiwan across the Taiwan Strait.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
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Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
1678006 →
Wikidata
Q249870 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.kinmen.gov.tw →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
South China
Sub-area
East China Sea
Latitude
24.4208°
Longitude
118.2908°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of KINMEN?+
The approach to KINMEN is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Chìnàjiāo Lighthouse at 6.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Tǔyǔ (6.4 NM WNW), Jiuzhejiao (8.7 NM SW), Báiyǔ (9.5 NM WSW), Qingyu (9.7 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of KINMEN?+
The Port of KINMEN 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 KINMEN?+
You can track vessels near KINMEN (TWKNH) 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 TWKNH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of KINMEN?+
The Port of KINMEN 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.