India

Port of Chennai (Madras) (IN MAA)

India
Port of Chennai (Madras), India © Ipsingh at English Wikipedia · Public domain
Port information
UN/LOCODE IN MAA
Coordinates 13.1000, 80.3000 (13°06′N 80°18′E)
Region IN-TN
Body of water Bay of Bengal; Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1.3 m
Channel depth 18.6 m
Anchorage depth 15.5 m
Cargo pier depth 15 m
Oil terminal depth 20 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 336.7 m × 60 m × 16.5 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 No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #123
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 169.15

Chennai (Madras) is a seaport on the coast of India, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 18.6 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Chennai (Madras) located?
Chennai (Madras) is a seaport in India.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Chennai (Madras)?
The UN/LOCODE for Chennai (Madras) is IN MAA.
What is the channel depth at Chennai (Madras)?
The channel depth at Chennai (Madras) is 18.6 m.
Nearby ports
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