China

Port of Shanghai (CN SGH)

China
Port information
UN/LOCODE CN SGH
Coordinates 31.2167, 121.5000 (31°13′N 121°30′E)
Region CN-SH
Nearest city Shanghai
Body of water East China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Good
Tidal range 2 m
Channel depth 7.9 m
Anchorage depth 14 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Large
Marine railway (slipway) Large
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #23
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 2372.47

Shanghai operates as a working harbor in China, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Large harbor laid out as River, natural sets the scale of operations at Shanghai. Draft at the approach to Shanghai is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Shanghai located?
Shanghai is a seaport in China.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Shanghai?
The UN/LOCODE for Shanghai is CN SGH.
What is the channel depth at Shanghai?
The channel depth at Shanghai is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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