Taiwan

Port of Tan-Shui (TW TPE)

Taiwan
Also known as: Taipei; Tan-shui Kang
Port of Tan-Shui, Taiwan © Orion · CC BY-SA 3.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE TW TPE
Coordinates 25.1833, 121.4000 (25°11′N 121°24′E)
Region TW-TPE
Body of water East China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
First port of entry No
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type River, natural
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 2.1 m
Channel depth 16 m
Anchorage depth 17.5 m
Cargo pier depth 16 m
Oil terminal depth 14 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 400 m × 61.5 m × 14.6 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
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 No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #31
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 284.7

Tan-Shui is a seaport on the coast of Taiwan, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a River, natural layout. The channel depth runs to 16.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Tan-Shui located?
Tan-Shui is a seaport in Taiwan.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Tan-Shui?
The UN/LOCODE for Tan-Shui is TW TPE.
What is the channel depth at Tan-Shui?
The channel depth at Tan-Shui is 16 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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