Port of Guangzhou (CNGGZ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Guangzhou (UN/LOCODE CNGGZ) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in China, on the South China Sea. It sits at 23.1167° N, 113.2333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 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
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- China
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Guangzhou
Where is Port of Guangzhou located?
Port of Guangzhou is a seaport located in China, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 23.1167° N, 113.2333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Guangzhou?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Guangzhou is CNGGZ — country code CN, location code GGZ.
How deep is Port of Guangzhou?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Guangzhou has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
Does Port of Guangzhou require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Guangzhou.
What type of harbor is Port of Guangzhou?
Port of Guangzhou is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Guangzhou have?
Port of Guangzhou is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Guangzhou are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57830), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →