Port of Manila (PHMNL): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Manila (UN/LOCODE PHMNL) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Philippines, on the South China Sea. It sits at 14.5833° N, 120.9667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 11 m, cargo pier depths around 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. 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
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Philippine Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Manila
Where is Port of Manila located?
Port of Manila is a seaport located in Philippines, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 14.5833° N, 120.9667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Manila?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Manila is PHMNL — country code PH, location code MNL.
How deep is Port of Manila?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Manila has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 11 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Manila?
Port of Manila reports a maximum beam of 44 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Manila require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Manila.
What type of harbor is Port of Manila?
Port of Manila is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Manila have?
Port of Manila is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Manila are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #58370), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →