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Port of MAGONG

TWMZG🇹🇼Taiwan

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About Port of MAGONG

Also known as: Ma-kung-ts'o Branch, Ma-kung-ts'o Branch Canal, Ma-kung-ts'o Channel, Ma-kung-ts'o Chih-hsien, Ma-kung-ts'o Ditch, Ma-kung-ts'o P'ai-shui-lu

Magong is a small, fully sheltered harbor on Taiwan's Penghu Islands. It serves as a local ferry terminal and handles general cargo. The port is equipped with tugs and a medium drydock.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
8ft
Tidal Range
8ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Medium
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57950 →
GeoNames ID
1668514 →
Wikidata
Q701428 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.mkcity.gov.tw →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TWMZG
Country
🇹🇼Taiwan
Time Zone
UTC+8
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
South China
Latitude
23.5593°
Longitude
119.5694°

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to MAGONG is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Haiqian Yu Lighthouse at 2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Yuwengdao (5.5 NM W), Chamuyu (8.2 NM E), Mudouyu (14.7 NM N), Huayu (16.8 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 MAGONG?

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The Port of MAGONG 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 MAGONG?

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You can track vessels near MAGONG (TWMZG) 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 TWMZG on the live map.

Where is the Port of MAGONG?

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The Port of MAGONG is a port in TW. Its UN/LOCODE is TWMZG — 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 TWMZG mean?

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The first two characters, TW, are the ISO country code for TW. 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 MAGONG?

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The Port of MAGONG 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.