Port of Bassein (MMBSX): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bassein (UN/LOCODE MMBSX) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Burma, on the Andaman Sea. It sits at 16.7833° N, 94.7333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 6 m, an anchorage depth near 7.9 m, cargo pier depths around 13.7 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Harbor Use
- Cargo
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Andaman Sea; Indian Ocean
- Region
- Burma (Myanmar)
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bassein
Where is Port of Bassein located?
Port of Bassein is a seaport located in Burma, on the Andaman Sea. Its coordinates are 16.7833° N, 94.7333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bassein?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bassein is MMBSX — country code MM, location code BSX.
How deep is Port of Bassein?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bassein has a channel depth of about 6 m, an anchorage depth of about 7.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 13.7 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Bassein?
Port of Bassein reports a maximum draft of 6.4 m, a maximum length of 143 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Bassein require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bassein.
What type of harbor is Port of Bassein?
Port of Bassein is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bassein have?
Port of Bassein is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bassein are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #49640), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →