Seaport · Malaysia
Port of Tapis Marine Terminal A
Tapis Marine Terminal A (Malaysia) is a large port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 57425). It lies on the South China Sea.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- Malaysia
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- MYTAT
- World Port Index no.
- 57425
- Coordinates
- 5.52°N, 105.02°E
- Harbor size
- Large
- Harbor type
- Open roadstead
- Shelter afforded
- None
- Waters
- South China Sea; North Pacific Ocean
- WPI region
- Malaysia
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 23.2 m |
|---|---|
| Oil terminal depth | 23.2 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
Entrance restrictions
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- ETA message required
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Tugs: assistance
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
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) | 330 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 320 nm |
| Hai Phong | 930 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Tapis Marine Terminal A, with full port guides:
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. 161 (Enroute) - South China Sea and Gulf of Thailand.
Frequently asked questions about Tapis Marine Terminal A
Where is Port of Tapis Marine Terminal A?
Tapis Marine Terminal A (Malaysia) lies on the South China Sea, at about 5.52°N, 105.02°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Tapis Marine Terminal A?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE MYTAT for Tapis Marine Terminal A. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
How far is Tapis Marine Terminal A from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 330 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 930 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Tanjung Pelepas, Port Klang, Singapore.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Tapis Marine Terminal A?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Tapis Marine Terminal A 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.