China

Port of Xiamen (CN XMG)

China
Also known as: Amoy
Port of Xiamen, China © User:Vmenkov · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CN XMG
Coordinates 24.4500, 118.0667 (24°27′N 118°04′E)
Region CN-FJ
Nearest city Xiamen
Body of water Taiwan Strait; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type River, natural
Shelter Good
Tidal range 6.9 m
Channel depth 9.5 m
Anchorage depth 20 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Oil terminal depth 23.2 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 400 m × 61.5 m × 17.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Anchorage
Cranes
Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 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): #14
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 900.05

Xiamen is a seaport on the coast of China, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a River, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 9.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Xiamen located?
Xiamen is a seaport in China.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Xiamen?
The UN/LOCODE for Xiamen is CN XMG.
What is the channel depth at Xiamen?
The channel depth at Xiamen is 9.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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