Port of Lotus Port

VNLPO🇻🇳Viet Nam

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About Port of Lotus Port

Lotus Port is a medium-sized, exposed port in Vietnam's Ho Chi Minh City region. It handles general cargo and requires pilotage and tug assistance for vessels.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
4ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
57580 →
GeoNames ID
11549688 →
Wikidata
Q32226383 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
VNLPO
Country
🇻🇳Viet Nam
Time Zone
UTC+7
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Subdivision
VN-SG
Latitude
10.7333°
Longitude
106.7333°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Lotus Port is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Ba Yen Lighthouse at 19.4 NM to the SE. Other aids include Sông Lòng Tau (Beacon 15 (19.7 NM SE), Sông Đồng Đinh (20.5 NM SE), Can Gio (26.1 NM SE), Cần Giờ (26.3 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Lotus Port on?

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The Port of Lotus Port is situated on the South China Sea in VN. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Lotus Port?

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You can track vessels near Lotus Port (VNLPO) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Lotus Port?

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The Port of Lotus Port is a port in VN. Its UN/LOCODE is VNLPO — 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 VNLPO mean?

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The first two characters, VN, are the ISO country code for VN. 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 Lotus Port?

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The Port of Lotus Port operates in the UTC+7 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.