
DANDONG
- Port
- DANDONG
- Routes
- China Mainland
- UN/LOCODE
- CNDDG
- Country/Region
- China
Port Introduction
Port of Dandong Port Standard Code (UN/LOCODE): CNDDG Port management agencies: Dandong Customs, Dandong Maritime Bureau, Dandong Port and Shipping Management Department Terminal operator: Dandong Port Group Co., Ltd., a subsidiary of Liaoning Port Group (Liaoning Port Group) Port Area Address: Gangcheng Road, Donggang City, Dandong City, Liaoning Province, China (located on the west bank of the Yalu River estuary and in the northern part of the Yellow Sea) Port attribute: Seaport/Deep Water Port, with a large scale and comprehensive operational capabilities for container, bulk cargo, general cargo, roll on/roll off, and passenger transport (Terminals: Yes) Comprehensive Overview of the Port Dandong Port is located in Donggang City, Dandong City, Liaoning Province, on the west bank of the Yalu River estuary, and in the northern waters of the Yellow Sea. It is one of the most important coastal ports at the northernmost end of the Chinese Mainland coastline, and also a national first-class port open to the outside world. With its superior geographical location and natural deep-water port conditions, Dandong Port has become an important maritime portal connecting Northeast China with Northeast Asia Economic Circle, playing an important role in the Northeast revitalization strategy and the construction of the "the Belt and Road". The port is located at the forefront of China's Northeast Asia economic cooperation, facing the Korean Peninsula to the east and the Sea of Japan and Pacific shipping markets. It is an important international logistics node for China to connect with the Korean Peninsula, South Korea, Japan, and the Russian Far East. Relying on the Heda Expressway, Danxi Expressway, Northeast East Railway Corridor, and regional comprehensive transportation network, Dandong Port has formed a modern comprehensive collection and distribution system for the coordinated development of maritime, railway, and highway transportation, providing important support for the industrial development and international trade in Northeast China. As an important component of the integrated operation system of Liaoning Port Group, Dandong Port undertakes the transportation of bulk goods such as coal, ore, grain, timber, and steel in the eastern part of Northeast China, as well as functions such as foreign trade containers, Sino Korean border trade goods, and international logistics transit. The port provides deep services to Liaoning, Jilin, Heilongjiang, and eastern Inner Mongolia, and is an important gateway and international logistics hub for the Northeast region to go global. The port area is mainly composed of Dadong Port Area and Langtou Port Area. Among them, Dadonggang District is the core area of a modern deep-water port area, undertaking the vast majority of maritime logistics and international trade functions; Langtou Port Area relies on the water resources of the Yalu River to undertake some traditional port and passenger transportation businesses. The port area has multiple deepwater berths and modern port facilities, with the ability to accommodate large vessels, load and unload goods, transfer warehousing, and provide comprehensive logistics services. Port facilities and operational capabilities Dandong Port has excellent natural deep-water coastline resources and modern port infrastructure, forming a comprehensive port system that integrates bulk cargo, general cargo, container, roll on/roll off transportation, and passenger services. The port area is equipped with large-scale bulk cargo loading and unloading equipment, modern grain storage facilities, wood dedicated yards, container yards, port railway dedicated lines, and intelligent customs supervision systems, which can meet the loading, unloading, and storage needs of various types of goods such as coal, ore, grain, steel, wood, and containers. Relying on a comprehensive bonded logistics system and port services, the port can provide bonded warehousing, transit trade, multimodal transport, logistics distribution, and customs clearance services, providing efficient and convenient logistics support for industrial enterprises and international trade customers in Northeast China. Airline routes and intermodal networks International near ocean routes and coastal transportation networks Relying on its location advantage in Northeast Asia, Dandong Port has opened international near ocean routes connecting South Korea, Japan, and Southeast Asia, and undertakes important maritime trade tasks between China and North Korea. The port actively participates in Northeast Asia regional economic cooperation and cross-border logistics system construction through international container and bulk transportation networks. In terms of domestic coastal transportation, ports maintain stable shipping connections with major ports such as Shanghai Port, Ningbo Zhoushan Port, Guangzhou Port, Qingdao Port, and Dalian Port, forming a logistics transportation network covering the Bohai Rim, Yangtze River Delta, and Pearl River Delta regions, achieving efficient circulation of goods between the north and south. Sea rail intermodal transportation and Northeast hinterland transportation system Sea rail intermodal transportation is one of the important competitive advantages of Dandong Port. The dedicated railway line in the port area is directly connected to the national railway network, enabling seamless connection between ships and railway transportation for goods. Through the Northeast East Railway Corridor and regional railway network, port services cover a vast area of eastern Liaoning, Jilin, Heilongjiang, and eastern Inner Mongolia. Relying on a comprehensive sea rail intermodal transportation system, the port effectively shortens the distance of goods from the inland areas of Northeast China to the sea, improves logistics efficiency, reduces transportation costs, and becomes an important logistics node and comprehensive transportation hub connecting domestic and international dual circulation in Northeast China. port advantage National first-class open ports to the outside world; One of the northernmost important seaports along the coastline of Chinese Mainland; Important natural deep-water ice free port in Northeast China; Key operational ports of Liaoning Port Group; China is an important maritime gateway connecting the Korean Peninsula; An important node for international logistics and economic and trade cooperation in Northeast Asia; Having comprehensive capabilities in handling bulk cargo, containers, and general cargo operations; The sea rail intermodal transportation system is well-established, with direct railway access to the port area; Serving the vast hinterland of the three northeastern provinces and eastern Inner Mongolia; An important international trade and logistics hub in Northeast China. Port positioning Dandong Port is an important comprehensive deep-water port and international logistics gateway in Northeast China, with core functions including bulk cargo transportation, container logistics, cross-border trade, sea rail intermodal transportation, and comprehensive logistics services. Relying on the superior geographical conditions, perfect collection and distribution system and the integrated operation advantages of Liaoning Port Group, Dandong Port is continuously improving its international shipping service capacity and regional radiation capacity, becoming an important maritime fulcrum and logistics hub for the implementation of the Northeast revitalization strategy, Northeast Asia economic and trade cooperation and the construction of the "the Belt and Road".
Other Port Data
| Harbor Use | - | Shelter Afforded | Fair |
|---|---|---|---|
| Channel Depth (m) | 4.9 | Anchorage Depth (m) | 4.9 |
| Cargo Pier Depth (m) | 6.4 | Oil Terminal Depth (m) | 3.4 |
| Entrance Width (m) | 0 | Tidal Range (m) | 5 |
| Maximum Vessel Length (m) | 0 | Maximum Vessel Beam (m) | 0 |
| Maximum Vessel Draft (m) | 0 | Facilities - Container | - |
| Facilities - Solid Bulk | - | Facilities - Liquid Bulk | - |
| Facilities - Ro-Ro | - | Facilities - Oil Terminal | - |
| Facilities - LNG Terminal | - | Cranes - Fixed | Yes |
| Cranes - Mobile | Yes | Cranes - Floating | - |
| Pilotage - Compulsory | Yes | Tugs - Assistance | Yes |
| Repairs | Limited | Dry Dock | - |
| Services - Longshoremen | - | Supplies - Potable Water | Yes |
| Supplies - Fuel Oil | Yes | Supplies - Diesel Oil | - |
| Railway | Medium |




