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UNLOCODENG PHC
CountryNigeria
Water BodyGulf of Guinea; North Atlantic Ocean
SizeMedium
TypeRiver (Natural)
Channel Depth11.5 m
Lat4.7667
Lng7.0000
Classificationregional_202606
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About This Seaport
Handling roughly 3.46 million tonnes a year across two terminals, Port Harcourt is the Nigerian Ports Authority's Area 1 complex on the Bonny River in the eastern Niger Delta. Its quays take liquid, dry and bulk cargo and include a dedicated container terminal with cranes, though Nigeria's main container flows pass through Lagos rather than here. General cargo, dry bulk and petroleum products dominate the throughput. Inland distribution is mostly by road across the Niger Delta, with the historic Eastern rail line playing only a minor freight role. In 2025 the Nigerian Ports Authority pushed modernisation of the eastern ports, with procurement under way for Port Harcourt, Onne, Warri and Calabar and dredging that cut average vessel turnaround to about five days. Customs clearance is handled on site by the Nigeria Customs Service. For oil-and-gas traffic and larger container volumes, shippers turn to nearby Onne, and to Apapa and Tin Can Island in Lagos for mainline container services.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Harcourt?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Port Harcourt is NG PHC. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Port Harcourt located?▼
The port of Port Harcourt is located in Nigeria (Gulf of Guinea; North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Port Harcourt?▼
Port Harcourt is a Medium harbor of type River (Natural).
What is the channel depth of Port Harcourt?▼
The channel depth of Port Harcourt is 11.5 meters.
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4.76667, 7.00000
Channel depth: 11.5 m
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