Port of Da Nang (VNDAD): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Da Nang (UN/LOCODE VNDAD) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Vietnam, on the South China Sea. It sits at 16.1000° N, 108.2167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 15.5 m, cargo pier depths around 11 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes wharves 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
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Vietnam
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Da Nang
Where is Port of Da Nang located?
Port of Da Nang is a seaport located in Vietnam, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 16.1000° N, 108.2167° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Da Nang?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Da Nang is VNDAD — country code VN, location code DAD.
How deep is Port of Da Nang?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Da Nang has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 15.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Da Nang?
Port of Da Nang reports a maximum draft of 13 m, a maximum length of 335 m, a maximum beam of 37.2 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Da Nang require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Da Nang.
What type of harbor is Port of Da Nang?
Port of Da Nang is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Da Nang have?
Port of Da Nang is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Da Nang are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57650), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →