Port of Su-Ao (TWSUO): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Su-Ao (UN/LOCODE TWSUO) is a medium coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Taiwan, on the East China Sea. It sits at 24.6000° N, 121.8667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 62 m, an anchorage depth near 20 m, cargo pier depths around 12 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, liquid bulk, oil terminal facilities.

Country
Taiwan
UN/LOCODE
TWSUO
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
24.6000° N, 121.8667° 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
62 m
Anchorage Depth
20 m
Cargo Pier Depth
12 m
Max Vessel Draft
13.6 m
Max Vessel Length
225 m
Tidal Range
0.9 m
Oil Terminal Depth
10.5 m
Entrance Width
250 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Medium
Harbor Use
Cargo
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
East China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
Region
Taiwan

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Small
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorageSolid BulkLiquid BulkOil Terminal

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Distance
32 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Su-Ao

Where is Port of Su-Ao located?

Port of Su-Ao is a seaport located in Taiwan, on the East China Sea. Its coordinates are 24.6000° N, 121.8667° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Su-Ao?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Su-Ao is TWSUO — country code TW, location code SUO.

How deep is Port of Su-Ao?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Su-Ao has a channel depth of about 62 m, an anchorage depth of about 20 m, cargo pier depths of about 12 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Su-Ao?

Port of Su-Ao reports a maximum draft of 13.6 m, a maximum length of 225 m, a maximum beam of 32.3 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Su-Ao require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Su-Ao.

What type of harbor is Port of Su-Ao?

Port of Su-Ao is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Su-Ao have?

Port of Su-Ao is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, solid bulk, liquid bulk, oil terminal facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Su-Ao are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57900), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →