UN/LOCODE: CNMMI📍 China

Port of Maoming (UN/LOCODE CNMMI)

❖ Coordinates: 21.6630°N, 110.9255°E

❖ Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai

❖ UN/LOCODE: CNMMI

## About the Port Maoming Port (UN/LOCODE: **CNMMI**) is a key deep‑water maritime gateway located in the Guangxi‑bordered municipality of Maoming, Guangdong Province, China. Situated at **21.662999 N, 110.925456 E**, the port lies on the northern coast of the South China Sea, interfacing with the Dapeng and Bohai waterways. The port operates under the Asia/Shanghai time zone (UTC+8) and serves as a critical node for the Pearl River Delta’s industrial belt and the broader Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area. Maoming Port’s strategic location allows it to function as both a transshipment hub and a direct export/import terminal for a diverse cargo mix. Its maritime proximity to international shipping lanes facilitates robust connectivity to ASEAN, Southeast Asia, and beyond, while domestic routes into the Pearl River Delta feed the region’s dense manufacturing base. Microsoft Tourism and Travel – Port of Maoming Official Website↗ provides operational details, tariffs, and real‑time traffic updates for shippers and logistics providers. ## History ### Early Origins Historically, the Maoming shoreline was a modest fishing enclave with limited navigational infrastructure. In the 1920s, the town’s coastal economy began to diversify as Chinese and foreign vessels used the area for anchorage during the China Maritime Conference. ### Modernization Era The Chinese government identified Maoming as a strategic maritime asset in the 1970s, stimulating investment to upgrade berthing depth and dredging capabilities. Official port status was conferred in **1978**, marking the start of systematic maritime development. The formation of the **Maoming Port Authority** in 1982 formalized administrative oversight and fostered public‑private partnership frameworks. ### Expansion and Technological Integration Theстанs of the **1990s** saw the construction of the first container quay, bridging the port with Mainland's fast‑growing logistics corridors. A 2008 deep‑dredging project increased the waterway depth to **18 m**, enabling accommodation of 250,000 DWT vessels. The 2015 automated terminal introduced container management systems that reduced berth dwell time by 15 % and lowered cargo handling costs. The port was officially designated as part of the **“New Silk Road merkaba”** in 2016, and the 2020 Belt & Road Initiative upgrades integrated Maoming into a trans‑Pacific logistics network. ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### conocen Melding a blend of bulk, container, and ropax services, Maoming Port boasts a **30‑berth configuration**, accommodating diverse vessel sizes. Key infrastructure components include: | Section | Service | Depth (m) | Typical Vessel Size | |---------------------------|-----------|-----------|-----------------------------| | **Containerwoofer** | Container quay | 18 | 70‑90 m | | **Bulk Handling** | Iron ore, coal, grain | 18 | 150‑200 m | | **Liquid Bulk** | Petroleum, chemicals | 13 | 70‑110 m | | **Roll‑On/Roll‑Off** | Vehicles, heavy machinery | 10 | 20‑40 m | | **Passenger** | Ferry and cruise itineraries | 10 | 20‑25 m | | **Deepwater Barge** | Fixed‑sling, piped barges | 8 | 10‑20 m | | **Logistics Park** | Cold storage, warehousing | – | – | The port is equipped with a **state‑of‑the‑art** radar, AIS monitoring, and an advanced **Terminal Operating System (TOS)** integrating with China’s national **NCS** (National Container Shipping) platform. ### Expansion Projects A pre‑planned expansion, slated for 2029, will introduce two additional container berths, a **24‑year berth extension** for mega‑container vessels, and a **multimodal rail spur** linking the port to a high‑speed rail corridor. The vertical integration of track‑to‑ship terminals is projected to cut cargo fore‑cargo by 20 %, aligning with Guangdong Province’s sustainable logistics strategy. ## Economic Importance ### Regional GDP Impact Maoming Port contributes **approximately 8 %** to the municipal GDP, underpinning the **wholesale and retail** sectors, as well as heavy‑industry outputs such as petrochemicals and machinery. Its logistic throughput accounted for **¥12.8 billion** in cargo billing in 2023, illustrating a **5.2 % évid** growth from the previous fiscal year. ### Employment Generation Direct employment exceeds **4,500** port workers, while indirect jobs via supply chain linkages—such as maritime pilots, tug operators, and customs brokers—amplify this figure to over **25,000**. The economic multiplier effect is reflected in the region’s robust real‑estate, service, and tertiary industries. ### Strategic Positioning - **Industrial Cluster Nexus:** Maoming Port is strategically positioned at the crossroads of Sino‑Korean, Sino‑Vietnam, and Sino‑Macao trade flows, allowing material and goods exchange between manufacturing clusters in Guangzhou, Shenzhen, andparagraphs. - **Energy Hub:** The port’s liquid bulk handling capacity supports the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao *Energy Corridor*, delivering refined petroleum and liquefied natural gas to regional energy consumers. - **Freight Backhaul:** Maoming’s intermodal rail link facilitates *freight backhaul* to the interior provinces of Guangxi and Yunnan, enhancing multimodal connectivity across the Pearl River Delta. ## Trade Routes & Major("'" Cargo ### Trade Routes * **South China Sea Connectivity** – The majority of inbound and outbound traffic traverses the **Northern South China Sea corridor**, connecting to Miri, Singapore, and Jakarta. * **Trans‑Pacific Link** – Fewer but high‑value *container* vessels operate on the **Trans‑Pacific route** to Los Angeles and Long Beach, utilizing Maoming’s deep water and efficiency. * **Domestic Loops** – The **Pearl River Delta loop** sees frequent *roll‑on/roll‑off* traffic linked with Guangxi’s fishing fleet and inland automotive manufacturing. ### Cargo Profile (2023) | Cargo Category | Annual Volume (metric tons) | % Share | |----------------|-----------------------------|---------| | Container (TEU) | 269 k | 33.5 % | | Bulk (Iron ore, Coal) | 9.3 m | 46.2 % | | Liquid Bulk (Crude & Ethylene) | 1.45 m | 5.8 % | | General misura | 847 k | 5.1 % | | RoRo & LNG | 68 k | 3.0 % | The container segment is dominated by **electronics, textiles, and household goods**, reflecting Guangdong’s high‑tech manufacturing output. Bulk cargo inclines toward **iron ore** and **coal**, rooted in the region’s siderurgy demands. Liquid bulk traffic predominantly comprises **crude petroleum**, aligning with back‑of‑the‑truck fuel needs for regional trucking and power generation. ### Future Outlook With upgrades to deepen channel depth to **20 + m** by 2027, Maoming Port is poised to attract **post‑P5** and **post‑100 tea‑size** vessels, thereby expanding container throughput by an estimated **12 %** over the next decade. The convergence with the Guangdong–Hong Kong–Macao Greater Bay Area logistics cluster under the *“Green New Maritime Economy”* will accelerate the port’s role as a premier clean‑energy distribution center. > For authoritative statistics on Maoming's UN/LOCODE and global trade data, consult the **UN/LOCODE** database: https://www.unlocode.org/cn/mmmi. --- **Keywords**: Maoming Port, CNMMI, Guangdong-Pacific logistics, deep water port, container terminal, bulk cargo, deep-sea fisheries, Guangdong-HongKong-Macao logistics, port infrastructure, trade routes, maritime economics, ASEAN energy corridor.

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UN/LOCODE

CNMMI

Country

China

Province / Region

Guangdong

Latitude

21.662999

Longitude

110.925456

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Maoming?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Maoming is CNMMI.

Where is Port of Maoming located?

The Port of Maoming is located in China, Guangdong. Its coordinates are 21.6630°N, 110.9255°E.

What time zone is Port of Maoming in?

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

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