Port of Masinloc (PHMSC): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Masinloc (UN/LOCODE PHMSC) is a very small coastal (natural) harbor located in Philippines, on the South China Sea. It sits at 15.5500° N, 119.9500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 21.6 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. 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
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Philippine Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Masinloc
Where is Port of Masinloc located?
Port of Masinloc is a seaport located in Philippines, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 15.5500° N, 119.9500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Masinloc?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Masinloc is PHMSC — country code PH, location code MSC.
How deep is Port of Masinloc?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Masinloc has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 21.6 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Masinloc?
Port of Masinloc reports a maximum draft of 13 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Masinloc require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Masinloc.
What type of harbor is Port of Masinloc?
Port of Masinloc is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Masinloc have?
Port of Masinloc is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Masinloc are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #58410), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →