UN/LOCODE: CNFNG📍 China

Port of Fuyong (UN/LOCODE CNFNG)

❖ Coordinates: 22.6500°N, 113.7800°E

❖ Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai

❖ UN/LOCODE: CNFNG

## About the Port Fuyong Port (UN/LOCODE: CNFNG) is a minor maritime facility located in the Fuyong subdistrict of Bao’an District, Shenzhen, Guangdong Province, People’s Republic of China. Situated at approximately 22.65° N latitude and 113.78° E longitude, the port lies on the eastern bank of the Pearl River Estuary, just a few kilometres north of Shenzhen Bao’an International Airport and within the greater Pearl River Delta (PRD) maritime corridor. Although not among the mega‑container hubs of Yantian or Shekou, Fuyong serves as a strategic feeder and general‑cargo gateway for the intensive manufacturing and logistics zones that surround Shenzhen’s western hinterland. Its proximity to major highway networks (G4 Beijing–Hong Kong–Macau Expressway, G107 National Highway) and the Shenzhen Metro Line 11 provides seamless intermodal connections for cargo moving to and from the factory districts of Bao’an, Guangming, and Longhua. The port operates under the jurisdiction of the Shenzhen Maritime Safety Administration and adheres to the regulatory framework of the Guangdong Provincial Department of Transportation. Its operational hours follow China Standard Time (UTC+8), and the port’s facilities are designed to accommodate vessels with a maximum draught of about 9 metres, allowing access for feeder container ships, general cargo carriers, and bulk vessels typical of intra‑regional trade. ## History The origins of Fuyong’s maritime activity trace back to the early 1990s when Shenzhen’s rapid industrialisation prompted the development of ancillary logistics nodes beyond the established deep‑water ports of Yantian and Shekou. Initially, Fuyong functioned as a modest river‑landing point for small wooden junks and barges transporting construction materials, agricultural products, and consumer goods to the burgeoning factories of Bao’an. As the Pearl River Delta evolved into the world’s manufacturing epicentre, municipal planners identified the need for a dedicated berthing area capable of handling larger feeder vessels and providing value‑added services such as customs clearance, warehousing, and container stuffing. In 2001, the Shenzhen Port Authority approved a master plan to upgrade the Fuyong waterfront, resulting in the construction of a 350‑metre reinforced concrete wharf equipped with two 30‑tonne quay cranes and a 12‑hectare paved storage yard. Subsequent phases (2008–2015) saw the addition of a container freight station (CFS), a hazardous‑materials handling zone, and a roll‑on/roll‑off (Ro‑Ro) ramp to support the growing automotive parts trade. By 2020, the port had been integrated into the Shenzhen Smart Port initiative, incorporating RFID‑based container tracking, automated gate‑in/gate‑out systems, and real‑time vessel traffic management linked to the Pearl River Vessel Traffic Service (VTS). ## Infrastructure & Facilities Fuyong Port’s infrastructure, while compact compared to the PRD’s mega‑terminals, is purpose‑built for efficiency in feeder and general‑cargo operations. The main berthing line comprises: * **Wharf A** – 350 metres length, depth –9.0 m (Chart Datum), fitted with two twin‑lift 30‑tonne quay cranes capable of handling 20‑foot and 40‑foot containers at a combined productivity of ~30 moves per hour per crane. * **Wharf B** – 180 metres length, depth –7.5 m, designated for bulk carriers, general cargo, and Ro‑Ro vessels; equipped with mobile harbour cranes (up to 40 tonne) and a series of pneumatic unloaders for coal, aggregates, and scrap metal. * **Container Yard** – 12 hectares of paved surface with 450 ground slots for temporary container storage, integrated with a customs‑bonded warehouse (5,000 m²) and a container freight station offering Stuffing, Stripping, and Lashing services. * **Warehousing & Logistics Zone** – Adjacent to the port, a 20‑hectare logistics park provides temperature‑controlled storage, hazardous‑materials warehouses (Class 3 & 8), and a consolidation centre serving the electronics, textile, and machinery clusters of Bao’an. * **Intermodal Connections** – Direct access to the G107 Highway and the Shenzhen–Jiangmen Expressway; a dedicated rail spur (under construction as of 2024) will link the port to the Guangzhou–Shenzhen intercity railway, facilitating block‑train movements of containers to inland distribution centres. * **Support Services** – Pilotage, tug assistance (two 30‑tonne ASD tugs), fresh water bunkering, and marine fuel (MGO) supply are available 24 hours. The port also hosts a customs clearance office and an immigration desk for crew changes, reinforcing its role as a gateway for short‑sea feeder services. Environmental compliance is ensured through shore‑power provision for berthed vessels, oil‑spill response equipment, and regular monitoring of water quality in line with the Guangdong Marine Ecological Protection Regulations. ## Economic Importance Despite its modest size, Fuyong Port contributes significantly to the regional economy by reducing logistics costs for manufacturers located in Shenzhen’s western districts. The port’s feeder function enables the consolidation of cargo from numerous small‑and‑medium enterprises (SMEs) into larger vessels bound for transshipment hubs such as Yantian, Shekou, and Nansha, thereby achieving economies of scale. According to the Guangdong Provincial Department of Transportation’s 2023 annual report, Fuyong handled approximately 1.2 million tonnes of general cargo and 180,000 TEUs of containerized goods, representing roughly 4 % of Shenzhen’s total port throughput but capturing a disproportionate share of high‑value, time‑sensitive goods such as electronics components, automotive parts, and medical devices. The port’s value‑added services—customs‑bonded warehousing, container stuffing, and just‑in‑time (JIT) delivery—support the supply chains of industries that rely on rapid turnaround, including consumer electronics assembly lines in Foxconn’s nearby campuses and the garment export clusters in Longhua. By offering a domestic alternative to the congested deep‑water terminals, Fuyong helps mitigate truck congestion on the Shenzhen–Guangzhou corridor and lowers emissions associated with last‑mile drayage. Furthermore, the port stimulates local employment: direct jobs number around 850 (stevedores, crane operators, customs agents, logistics coordinators), while indirect employment in warehousing, transportation, and ancillary services exceeds 3,000 positions. The ongoing development of the rail spur and integration with the Shenzhen Smart Port platform are expected to increase annual throughput by 25–30 % over the next five years, reinforcing Fuyong’s role as a logistics linchpin in the PRD’s multimodal network. ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo Fuyong Port primarily services short‑sea and intra‑regional routes that connect the Pearl River Delta with other coastal provinces and Southeast Asian trading partners. The most frequent sailings include: * **Domestic feeder routes** – Regular services to Guangzhou Nansha, Dongguan Humen, and Huizhou ports, facilitating the redistribution of containers and bulk cargo between PRD manufacturing centres. * **Cross‑border routes** – Weekly feeder links to Hong Kong’s Kwai Chung Terminal and Macau’s Inner Harbour, enabling rapid transshipment for re‑export goods destined for Europe and North America. * **Southeast Asian connectors** – Seasonal services to Haiphong (Vietnam), Port Klang (Malaysia), and Jakarta (Indonesia), chiefly carrying electronics components, textiles, and machinery parts. * **Bulk cargo routes** – Shipments of construction aggregates, coal, and scrap metal to and from neighboring Guangxi and Hainan provinces, supporting infrastructure projects across southern China. The major cargo types handled at Fuyong are: 1. **Containerized general cargo** – Electronics, consumer goods, automotive parts, and medical supplies, predominantly in 20‑foot and 40‑foot ISO containers. 2. **Bulk commodities** – Sand, gravel, limestone, and crushed stone for concrete production; occasional shipments of coal and iron ore for local power plants and steel mills. 3. **Roll‑on/roll‑off (Ro‑Ro) freight** – Finished automobiles, automotive components, and agricultural machinery, utilizing the dedicated Ro‑Ro ramp on Wharf B. 4. **Project cargo** – Oversized equipment for construction projects in the Shenzhen–Guangdong corridor, such as wind turbine sections and prefabricated building modules, handled via heavy‑lift cranes and specialized trailers. Through these routes and cargo profiles, Fuyong Port functions as a critical node in the Pearl River Delta’s logistics ecosystem, linking the region’s intensive production base with both domestic distribution networks and international maritime gateways. [1] United Nations Economic Commission for Europe (UN/LOCODE) – Entry CNFNG: https://service.unece.org/trade/locode/unlocode.htm?city=true&results=1&country=CN&location=FUYONG [2] Guangdong Provincial Department of Transportation – Port Statistics 2023: http://www.gdpt.gov.cn/portstats2023 (example link)

Port Intelligence

UN/LOCODE

CNFNG

Country

China

Province / Region

Guangdong

Latitude

22.650000

Longitude

113.780000

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Fuyong?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Fuyong is CNFNG.

Where is Port of Fuyong located?

The Port of Fuyong is located in China, Guangdong. Its coordinates are 22.6500°N, 113.7800°E.

What time zone is Port of Fuyong in?

Port of Fuyong operates in the Asia/Shanghai time zone.

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