Port of Melaka (MYMEA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Melaka (UN/LOCODE MYMEA) is a small river (natural) harbor located in Malaysia, on the Strait of Malacca. It sits at 2.2000° N, 102.2500° E. The port reports an anchorage depth near 4.9 m, cargo pier depths around 3.4 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
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Strait of Malacca; Indian Ocean
- Region
- Malaysia
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Melaka
Where is Port of Melaka located?
Port of Melaka is a seaport located in Malaysia, on the Strait of Malacca. Its coordinates are 2.2000° N, 102.2500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Melaka?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Melaka is MYMEA — country code MY, location code MEA.
How deep is Port of Melaka?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Melaka has an anchorage depth of about 4.9 m, cargo pier depths of about 3.4 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Melaka?
Port of Melaka reports a maximum length of 170 m, a maximum beam of 27 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Melaka require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Melaka.
What type of harbor is Port of Melaka?
Port of Melaka is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Melaka have?
Port of Melaka is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Melaka are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #49970), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →