China

Port of Dalian (CN DAL)

China
Also known as: Dairen; Dalian; Dalian Wan; Ta Cien; Ta Lien
Port of Dalian, China © 陈宏宇 · CC BY 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CN DAL
Coordinates 38.9167, 121.6667 (38°55′N 121°40′E)
Region CN-LN
Nearest city Dalian
Body of water Yellow Sea; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 23.2 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 17.1 m
Oil terminal depth 23.2 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice Yes
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #2
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 583.52

Located in China, the port of Dalian serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Dalian has a Large harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Dalian work with a channel depth of 23.2 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Dalian located?
Dalian is a seaport in China.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Dalian?
The UN/LOCODE for Dalian is CN DAL.
What is the channel depth at Dalian?
The channel depth at Dalian is 23.2 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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