Saigon Port

Introduction, Major Towns Near, Port Detail

Saigon Port is one of the busiest ports in Vietnam. It is located in Ho Chi Minh City, the country’s largest city. Major towns near Saigon Port include Vung Tau, Ba Ria, Long Khai, Phu My, Thu Duong, Can Gioc, Can Tho, Bien Hoa, Long Xuyen and Ben Tre. The port is a central hub for trade in Southeast Asia. It is also a significant tourist destination. The port handles various cargo, including containers, oil, coal, and agricultural products. The port is also an essential gateway for passengers traveling to and from Vietnam. Saigon Port is a Deepwater port that can accommodate large ships. The port has a depth of 15 meters and a width of 400 meters. The port has a total area of ​​4.5 square kilometers. The port is located on the Saigon River, a tributary of the Mekong River. The Saigon Port Authority operates the port. The port is accessible by road, rail, and water. Saigon Port is one of the busiest ports in the world. Saigon Port is a significant contributor to the economy of Vietnam. The port is responsible for about 10% of the country’s GDP. The port also employs about 200,000 people.

Export /Import requirements

All goods imported or exported from Saigon Port must be declared to customs. This includes a commercial invoice, bill of lading, and packing list. Depending on the type of goods, other documents may also be required. Customs inspection may be conducted on all goods.

1 - AddressP.O. Box 6622 Rotterdam 3002 AP Netherlands

2 - Port AuthorityRotterdam Municipal Port Management

3 - Phone31 (0) 10 252 10 10

4 - Fax31 (0) 10 252 10 20

5 - Email[email protected]

6 - Coordinates51º 54′ 15” N, 4º 26′ 32” E

7 - Decimal51.9043834, 4.4424468

8 - UN/LOCODENLRTM

9 - Port TypeDeepwater Seaport

10 - Port SizeVery Large

11 - Websitewww.portofrotterdam.com

12 - TerminalYes

Informations
Port Detail

Inland port

Entrance Restrictions

Mean tide1 foot

Tide

Overhead Limit

Swell

Water Depth

Channel36 – 40 feet 11 – 12.2 meters

Cargo Pier26 – 30 feet 7.1 – 9.1 meters

Mean Tide

Anchorage41 – 45 feet 12.5 – 13.7 meters

Oil Terminal31 – 35 feet 9.4 – 10 meters

Harbor Characteristics

Harbor SizeLarge

ShelterGood

Max Vessel SizeOver 500 feet in length

Harbor TypeRiver Natural

Turning Area

Informations
Pilotage

Compulsory

Available

Advisable

Local Assist

Supplies

Provisions

Fuel Oil

Deck

Water

Diesel Oil

Engine

Lifts & Cranes

0-24 Ton Lifts

25-49 Ton Lifts

50-100 Ton Lifts

100+ Ton Lifts

Fixed Cranes

Mobile Cranes

Floating Cranes

Loading & Unloading

Wharves

Med Moor

Ice

Anchor

Beach

Tugs

Assist

Salvage

Quarantine

Pratique

Deratt Cert

Port Services

Longshore

Electrical Repair

Steam

Electrical

Navigation Eq

Repairs, Drydock & Other Services

Ship Repairs

Marine Railroad

Drydock Size

Garbage Disposal

Dirty Ballast

Communications

Telephone

Radio

Air

Telegraph

Radio Tel

Rail

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Ocean

Economical, Efficient and
Environmental-friendly
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Air

Speedy, cost-effective
and Highly reliable
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Land

Door to door, low risk and
flexible
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Customs

Expert brokerage
assistance