Japan

Port of Iwakuni Ko (JP IWK)

Japan
Port information
UN/LOCODE JP IWK
Coordinates 34.1833, 132.2500 (34°11′N 132°15′E)
Region JP-35
Nearest city Iwakuni
Body of water Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Open roadstead
Shelter Good
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 21.6 m
Anchorage depth 14 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Oil terminal depth 15.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory No
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 45.82

Iwakuni Ko operates as a working harbor in Japan, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Open roadstead sets the scale of operations at Iwakuni Ko. Draft at the approach to Iwakuni Ko is constrained by a 21.6 m channel depth. Cargo moving through Iwakuni Ko typically connects onward through Iwakuni.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Iwakuni Ko located?
Iwakuni Ko is a seaport in Japan, near Iwakuni.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Iwakuni Ko?
The UN/LOCODE for Iwakuni Ko is JP IWK.
What is the channel depth at Iwakuni Ko?
The channel depth at Iwakuni Ko is 21.6 m.
Nearby ports
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