Port of Shekou (CNSHK): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Shekou (UN/LOCODE CNSHK) is a medium coastal (natural) harbor located in China, on the South China Sea. It sits at 22.4667° N, 113.8667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 15.5 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
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- China
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Shekou
Where is Port of Shekou located?
Port of Shekou is a seaport located in China, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 22.4667° N, 113.8667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Shekou?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Shekou is CNSHK — country code CN, location code SHK.
How deep is Port of Shekou?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Shekou has a channel depth of about 12.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 15.5 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Shekou?
Port of Shekou reports a maximum draft of 16.5 m, a maximum length of 400 m, a maximum beam of 59 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Shekou require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Shekou.
What type of harbor is Port of Shekou?
Port of Shekou is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Shekou have?
Port of Shekou is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Shekou are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57777), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →