Port of Yantian (CNYTN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Yantian (UN/LOCODE CNYTN) is a small coastal (natural) harbor located in China, on the South China Sea. It sits at 22.5833° N, 114.2667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 21.6 m, cargo pier depths around 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent.
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
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- China
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Yantian
Where is Port of Yantian located?
Port of Yantian is a seaport located in China, on the South China Sea. Its coordinates are 22.5833° N, 114.2667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Yantian?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Yantian is CNYTN — country code CN, location code YTN.
How deep is Port of Yantian?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Yantian has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 21.6 m, cargo pier depths of about 14 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Yantian?
Port of Yantian reports a maximum draft of 17.6 m, a maximum length of 400 m, a maximum beam of 61.5 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Yantian require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Yantian.
What type of harbor is Port of Yantian?
Port of Yantian is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of small size, offering excellent shelter.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Yantian are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #57857), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →