Port of Mariveles (PHMVS): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Mariveles (UN/LOCODE PHMVS) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Philippines, on the South China Sea. It sits at 14.4333° N, 120.4833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. 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 (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Philippine Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Mariveles
Where is Port of Mariveles located?
Port of Mariveles is a seaport located in Philippines, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 14.4333° N, 120.4833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mariveles?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Mariveles is PHMVS — country code PH, location code MVS.
How deep is Port of Mariveles?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Mariveles has a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Mariveles?
Port of Mariveles reports a maximum beam of 36.6 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Mariveles require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Mariveles.
What type of harbor is Port of Mariveles?
Port of Mariveles is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Mariveles have?
Port of Mariveles is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Mariveles are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #58390), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →