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UNLOCODEJP NIT
CountryJapan
Water BodySea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean
SizeVery Small
TypeOpen Roadstead
Channel Depth23.2 m
Lat34.1167
Lng132.9000
Classificationenergy_202606
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About This Seaport
At roughly 450,000 tonnes of underground storage, Namikata holds one of the world's largest LPG caverns — a clear sign that this is an energy terminal rather than a freight port. Located in Ehime Prefecture, the Namikata Terminal handles about 1 million tonnes of liquefied petroleum gas and oil products each year, shipped in from Japan and abroad. The site, classified as an open roadstead, is built around several large low-temperature LPG tanks of around 45,000 tonnes each and berths sized for large gas carriers. It does not handle containers, breakbulk or conventional liner cargo; its purpose is national energy stockpiling. By 2030 the existing tanks are planned for conversion to ammonia, with a targeted throughput near 1 million tonnes per year. Forwarders with container or general-cargo shipments should look to Matsuyama, Imabari, or the ports of Kobe and Osaka.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Namikata?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Namikata is JP NIT. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Namikata located?▼
The port of Namikata is located in Japan (Sea of Japan; North Pacific Ocean).
What is the size of the port Namikata?▼
Namikata is a Very Small harbor of type Open Roadstead.
What is the channel depth of Namikata?▼
The channel depth of Namikata is 23.2 meters.
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34.11667, 132.90000
Channel depth: 23.2 m
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