Port of Masbate (PHMBT): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Masbate (UN/LOCODE PHMBT) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in Philippines, on the Philippine inland seas. It sits at 12.3667° N, 123.6167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Philippine inland seas; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Philippine Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Masbate
Where is Port of Masbate located?
Port of Masbate is a seaport located in Philippines, on the Philippine inland seas. Its coordinates are 12.3667° N, 123.6167° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Masbate?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Masbate is PHMBT — country code PH, location code MBT.
How deep is Port of Masbate?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Masbate has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Masbate require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Masbate.
What type of harbor is Port of Masbate?
Port of Masbate is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Masbate have?
Port of Masbate is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Masbate are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #58620), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →