Port of Palembang (IDPLM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Palembang (UN/LOCODE IDPLM) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in Indonesia, on the Natuna Sea. It sits at 2.9833° S, 104.7667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 6.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Indonesia
UN/LOCODE
IDPLM
Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Coordinates
2.9833° S, 104.7667° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
3.4 m
Anchorage Depth
9.4 m
Cargo Pier Depth
6.4 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
River (Natural)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Excellent
World Water Body
Natuna Sea; South China Sea; South Pacific Ocean
Region
Indonesia

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Small
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Distance
4 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Palembang

Where is Port of Palembang located?

Port of Palembang is a seaport located in Indonesia, on the Natuna Sea. Its coordinates are 2.9833° S, 104.7667° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Palembang?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Palembang is IDPLM — country code ID, location code PLM.

How deep is Port of Palembang?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Palembang has a channel depth of about 3.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 6.4 m.

Does Port of Palembang require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Palembang.

What type of harbor is Port of Palembang?

Port of Palembang is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering excellent shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Palembang have?

Port of Palembang is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Palembang are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #50330), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →