China

Port of Dalian (CN DAL)

UN/LOCODE
CN DAL
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
23.2 m
Nearest city
Dalian
Body of water
Yellow Sea; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
China
Port of Dalian, China © 陈宏宇 · CC BY 3.0
Port information
Region
CN-LN
Also known as
Dairen; Dalian; Dalian Wan; Ta Cien; Ta Lien
Coordinates
38.9167, 121.6667 (38°55′N 121°40′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Tidal range
3 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
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Oil terminal
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
#2
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #2
583.52
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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