Seaport · China
Port of Shan T Ou
Shan T Ou (China) is a small port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 57860). It lies on the South China Sea.
Port profile
- Country / territory
- China
- World Port Index no.
- 57860
- Coordinates
- 23.37°N, 116.68°E
- Harbor size
- Small
- Harbor type
- River (natural)
- Shelter afforded
- Excellent
- Waters
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- China
- Other names
- Swanton; Swatou
- Repairs
- Limited
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 7.9 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 4.9 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 4.9 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 3.4 m |
| Tidal range | 2.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 349.0 m |
| Max vessel beam | 43.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 14.5 m |
Facilities
- Anchorage
Cranes and lifting
- Fixed cranes
- Mobile cranes
- Floating cranes
- Lifts 25–49 t
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Tide
- Heavy swell
- Other restrictions
- Overhead limits
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Good holding ground
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Diesel oil
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Airport
- Rail
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 950 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 950 nm |
| Hai Phong | 570 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Shan T Ou, with full port guides:
- Xiamen · 100 nm
- Shenzhen (Yantian, Shekou, Chiwan) · 140 nm
- Hong Kong · 150 nm
- Guangzhou (Nansha) · 170 nm
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 157 (Enroute) - Coasts of Korea and China.
Frequently asked questions about Shan T Ou
Where is Port of Shan T Ou?
Shan T Ou (China) lies on the South China Sea, at about 23.37°N, 116.68°E.
What is the maximum vessel size at Shan T Ou?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 349.0 m, beam 43.0 m, draft 14.5 m for Shan T Ou. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
How far is Shan T Ou from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 950 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 570 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Xiamen, Shenzhen (Yantian, Shekou, Chiwan), Hong Kong.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Shan T Ou?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Shan T Ou through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.