Port of Zamboanga (PHZAM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Zamboanga (UN/LOCODE PHZAM) is a small open roadstead harbor located in Philippines, on the Celebes Sea. It sits at 6.9000° N, 122.0667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 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
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Celebes Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- Region
- Philippine Islands
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Zamboanga
Where is Port of Zamboanga located?
Port of Zamboanga is a seaport located in Philippines, on the Celebes Sea. Its coordinates are 6.9000° N, 122.0667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Zamboanga?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Zamboanga is PHZAM — country code PH, location code ZAM.
How deep is Port of Zamboanga?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Zamboanga has a channel depth of about 23.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.
Does Port of Zamboanga require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Zamboanga.
What type of harbor is Port of Zamboanga?
Port of Zamboanga is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Zamboanga have?
Port of Zamboanga is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Zamboanga are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #59580), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →