UN/LOCODE: CNWHI📍 China

Port of Wuhu Port (UN/LOCODE CNWHI)

❖ Coordinates: 31.3200°N, 118.3700°E

❖ Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai

❖ UN/LOCODE: CNWHI

## About the Port Wuhu Port (UN/LOCODE: CNWHI) is a strategic inland fluvial port situated on the right bank of the lower Yangtze River in Anhui Province, Eastern China. Geographically positioned at 31.32°N latitude and 118.37°E longitude, the port operates within the Asia/Shanghai timezone (UTC+8). As a first-class national open port, Wuhu serves as the primary maritime gateway for Anhui—a landlocked province—and a critical node in the Yangtze River Economic Belt. According to the official UN/LOCODE database, the facility is registered under CNWHI (UNECE LOCODE↗), confirming its status as a recognized international shipping point. The port is administered under the national port classification system as a Category I open river port, authorized to handle foreign-bound cargo and international vessels under Chinese customs supervision. Its jurisdictional waterfront extends across the Wuhu municipal district, spanning roughly 76 kilometers of Yangtze mainstem from the upstream Wuwei boundary to the downstream Ma'anshan stretch. The immediate approach channel is influenced by the river’s seasonal regime; despite being tidally muted at this upstream distance, the port benefits from the regulated release of the Three Gorges Dam, which stabilizes low-water drafts. ### Location and Administrative Scope Wuhu Port’s hinterland radiates across southern Anhui, western Zhejiang, and northeastern Jiangxi. It interfaces with the Qingyi River system, providing feeder access to inland counties. The port’s urban terminals lie approximately 120 km upstream of Nanjing and 480 km from the Yangtze estuary, positioning it ideally for cargo aggregation before ocean-leg transshipment at Shanghai. ### Port Classification and Governance The port is operated primarily by Wuhu Port Group Co., Ltd., with terminal sub-concessions to logistics majors. Oversight is shared between the General Administration of Customs (Wuhu Customs), Anhui Provincial Department of Transport, and the Yangtze River Maritime Safety Administration. It holds AEO-compatible clearance facilities and complies with IMO ISPS Code standards for inland ports. ## History The maritime heritage of Wuhu dates to antiquity as a Yangtze ferry crossing and grain collection point for the Huizhou regions. In 1876, the Chefoo Convention between the Qing Empire and Great Britain designated Wuhu as a treaty port, catalyzing foreign trade and the establishment of foreign concessions and customs operations. Early 20th-century steamship lines—including Butterfield & Swire and Jardine Matheson—connected Wuhu with Shanghai, Hankou, and Chongqing, exporting rice, timber, and tea, while importing kerosene and manufactured textiles. Following the founding of the People’s Republic in 1949, Wuhu was nationalized and rebuilt as a state-run river port. In 1991, the State Council approved Wuhu as an open port to international shipping, enabling direct foreign vessel calls and the creation of a foreign trade container terminal. The 2000s saw massive dredging and terminal modernization under the Yangtze River Governance Project, transforming Wuhu into a deep-water-capable node. In 2014, the port was integrated into the Anhui Jiangbei Industrial Zone development, further expanding dedicated bulk and vehicle terminals. ## Infrastructure & Facilities Wuhu Port possesses a diversified infrastructure base spanning approximately 3.5 km of quay line with over 30 berths, including 5 multi-purpose berths rated for 10,000 DWT and several 5,000 DWT specialized docks. The port’s channel is maintained to a navigable depth of 10.5 m during peak season and 8.5 m mean low water, accommodating Panamax-sized river vessels and 10,000-tonne convoys in favorable conditions. ### Terminal Specifications - **Container Terminal:** Annual throughput capacity of 1.2 million TEU, equipped with post-Panamax shore gantry cranes (40-tonners) and rubber-tyred gantries. The terminal features a 600-meter quay with 12-meter berth depth. - **Bulk Cargo Terminals:** Dedicated facilities for iron ore, coal, and cement with enclosed conveyor systems, grab cranes, and automated weighing. Combined annual bulk handling exceeds 80 million tonnes. - **Liquid Chemicals Dock:** Licensed for IMO Class II–III chemicals, with storage tanks exceeding 200,000 m³ and vapor recovery systems. - **Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) Terminal:** Supports finished vehicle exports for Chery Automobile, with a capacity of 300,000 units annually. ### Intermodal Connectivity The port interfaces with the Huainan Railway, Wuhu-Nanjing Expressway, and the Anhui–Jiangxi Waterway. As per China’s Ministry of Transport guidelines (www.mot.gov.cn↗), Wuhu is integrated into the national comprehensive transport network, facilitating rail-water transshipment with dedicated freight yards inside the port fence. A modern logistics information platform provides real-time vessel tracking and customs declaration. ## Economic Importance Wuhu Port is the economic lung of Anhui’s export-oriented manufacturing. It anchors the Wuhu Yangtze River Bridge economic cluster, supporting automotive (Chery), household appliances (Midea, Whirlpool), and steel industries. In 2022, cargo throughput exceeded 130 million tonnes, ranking among the top ten inland ports in China. The port generates significant customs revenue and foreign exchange, while reducing logistics costs for hinterland producers by up to 30% compared to coastal routing. ### Regional Development and Employment The port directly employs over 8,000 stevedores, customs brokers, and terminal operators, with indirect employment surpassing 50,000 in trucking, warehousing, and ancillary services. It contributes an estimated 4% to Anhui’s provincial logistics GDP. As a core component of the Wuhan–Shanghai inland shipping corridor, Wuhu stimulates the rise of secondary cities, balancing the coastal-inland development gap. It also supports the “Yangtze River Protection” policy by consolidating scattered small wharves into centralized eco-efficient terminals with wastewater recycling. ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo Wuhu Port maintains regular feeder services to Shanghai (Yangshan, Waigaoqiao), Nanjing, and Zhangjiagang. Ocean-going cargo is transshipped at Shanghai for destinations in Europe, North America, and Southeast Asia. Inland routes reach Chongqing and Sichuan via the Golden Waterway, with barge convoys operating on a 5–7 day cycle. The port is increasingly linked to China–Europe railway express via Nanjing, enabling multimodal Belt and Road exports. ### Dominant Cargo Flows - **Imports:** Iron ore from Australia/Brazil (via Shanghai transshipment), crude gypsum, wood pulp, liquid chemicals, and soybeans. - **Exports:** Finished vehicles, steel products, cement, agricultural machinery, and rice. Containerized goods include electronics, auto parts, and home appliances. - **Container Growth:** The port’s annual container volume grows at ~8% CAGR, reflecting Anhui’s integration into global supply chains. Seasonal fluctuations align with agricultural cycles and steel demand. The synergy of historical treaty-port legacy and modern logistics infrastructure ensures Wuhu Port (CNWHI) remains pivotal to China’s inland maritime strategy.

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UN/LOCODE

CNWHI

Country

China

Province / Region

Anhui

Latitude

31.320000

Longitude

118.370000

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Wuhu Port?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Wuhu Port is CNWHI.

Where is Port of Wuhu Port located?

The Port of Wuhu Port is located in China, Anhui. Its coordinates are 31.3200°N, 118.3700°E.

What time zone is Port of Wuhu Port in?

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

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