Port of Shanghai (CNSGH): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Shanghai (UN/LOCODE CNSGH) is a large river (natural) harbor located in China, on the East China Sea. It sits at 31.2167° N, 121.5000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth near 14 m, cargo pier depths around 11 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
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- East China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- China Continued
Services & Restrictions
Route Calculator & Transit Estimator
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nautical miles (direct)
@ 14 knots
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Shanghai
Where is Port of Shanghai located?
Port of Shanghai is a seaport located in China, on the East China Sea. Its coordinates are 31.2167° N, 121.5000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Shanghai?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Shanghai is CNSGH — country code CN, location code SGH.
How deep is Port of Shanghai?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Shanghai has a channel depth of about 7.9 m, an anchorage depth of about 14 m, cargo pier depths of about 11 m.
Does Port of Shanghai require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Shanghai.
What type of harbor is Port of Shanghai?
Port of Shanghai is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Shanghai have?
Port of Shanghai is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Shanghai are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #59970), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →