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UNLOCODEID BLW
CountryIndonesia
Water BodyStrait of Malacca; Indian Ocean
SizeMedium
TypeRiver (Natural)
Channel Depth7.9 m
Lat3.7833
Lng98.6833
Classificationgateway_202606
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About This Seaport
North Sumatra's rubber, palm oil, cocoa and coffee largely reach world markets through one port: Belawan, just outside Medan. The biggest port on Sumatra and among Indonesia's largest, it sits on the Strait of Malacca, one of the busiest shipping lanes on earth. Container traffic is concentrated at the Belawan New Container Terminal (BNCT): since 2025 terminal and shipping group DP World has run operations alongside Indonesian state operator Pelindo and sovereign fund INA, expanding capacity from roughly 600,000 toward 1.4 million TEU. The stated aim is to win more direct deep-sea calls for North Sumatra and reduce reliance on regional hub ports. Beyond containers, its many berths handle general cargo, dry bulk, crude palm oil (CPO) and passengers. The port is the main export outlet for agricultural and forestry products from North Sumatra, Aceh and Riau. Road and rail link it to the Medan hinterland. Until the expansion takes full effect, Belawan still works as a feeder to the deep-sea hubs of Singapore and Port Klang, where the largest vessels are best served and most such cargo is transshipped.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Belawan?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Belawan is ID BLW. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Belawan located?▼
The port of Belawan is located in Indonesia (Strait of Malacca; Indian Ocean).
What is the size of the port Belawan?▼
Belawan is a Medium harbor of type River (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Belawan?▼
The channel depth of Belawan is 7.9 meters.
Location & Weather
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3.78333, 98.68333
Channel depth: 7.9 m
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