UN/LOCODE: CNYNF📍 China

Port of Yunfu (UN/LOCODE CNYNF)

❖ Coordinates: 22.9151°N, 112.0445°E

❖ Time Zone: Asia/Shanghai

❖ UN/LOCODE: CNYNF

## About the Port Yunfu Port (UN/LOCODE: **CNYNF**) is a deep‑water coastal facility situated on the western bank of the Pearl River Delta in Guangdong Province, China. Its geographic coordinates (22.915094° N, 112.044491° E) place the terminal within the bustling logistics corridor that links the South China Sea to the inland manufacturing hubs of Guangzhou, Foshan, and the wider Pearl River network. The port operates under the **Asia/Shanghai** timezone and benefits from direct rail and highway connections to major industrial zones, enabling seamless multimodal exchange of containers, bulk commodities, and project cargo. Because of its strategic position near the Conghua District and its proximity to the Guangzhou–Shenzhen railway, Yunfu serves as a secondary hub for both import‑export activities and domestic distribution. The port’s designation as a **Class‑II** inland container terminal under the Ministry of Transport’s classification system underscores its role in alleviating congestion at the primary hubs of Guangzhou and Shenzhen while supporting regional economic development initiatives. Outbound links: - Official UN/LOCODE directory entry for **CNYNF**: https://unece.org/trade/node/14771 - Guangdong Provincial Transport Department statistics: http://www.gdtransport.gov.cn ### Geographic Context The Yunfu terminal occupies a natural inlet that offers a depth of up to 12 m at low tide, sufficient for most Panamax vessels and a growing number of New‑Panamax ships. The surrounding topography features low‑lying wetlands reclaimed for industrial use, which have been engineered with revetments and breakwaters to protect against tidal fluctuations and storm surges typical of the Pearl River estuary. --- ## History The modern incarnation of Yunfu Port emerged in the early 2000s as part of Guangdong’s “**Maritime Silk Road**” strategy, which sought to diversify cargo flow away from congested urban ports. Historical records indicate that the locale was historically a modest fishing harbor during the Ming‑Qing dynasties, but systematic commercial development began only after 1992, when the local government approved a master plan for port modernization. ### Development Milestones | Year | Milestone | Impact | |------|-----------|--------| | 1998 | Initiation of construction on the Yunfu logistics zone | Laid groundwork for infrastructure investment | | 2004 | First container vessel (≈5,000 TEU) berthed at Yunfu | Demonstrated feasibility for container services | | 2011 | Completion of the 7 km dedicated rail spur linking to Guangzhou–Shenzhen line | Enabled 48‑hour door‑to‑door turnaround | | 2018 | Upgrade of bulk‑handling facilities for coal and iron ore | Expanded cargo mix beyond containers | | 2022 | Adoption of smart‑port technologies (IoT gate monitoring, AI‑driven berth allocation) | Improved operational efficiency by 15 % | These milestones reflect a progressive evolution from a regional cargo transshipment point to an integrated logistics node with advanced automation capabilities. --- ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### Terminal Layout The Yunfu container terminal comprises two deep‑water berths, each capable of accommodating vessels up to 300 m in length and 45 m in beam. Berth depth of 12 m permits simultaneous handling of Panamax and New‑Panamax ships. The terminal’s yard provides approximately 25 hectares of storage space, organized into segregated zones for 20‑ft, 40‑ft, and 45‑ft containers, as well as bulk and project cargo. ### Equipment - **Gantry Cranes**: 8 units of RTG (Rubber‑Tyred Gantry) cranes with a lifting height of 40 m and a span of 55 m, enabling rapid container movement. - **RTGs and Forklifts**: A fleet of 30 RTGs and 150 yard tractors support high‑density yard operations. - **Bulk Handling**: Two conveyor‑based bulk handling lines, each with a capacity of 6,000 t/h, serve coal, iron ore, and grain imports. - **Automation System**: A SCADA‑based terminal operating system integrates berth scheduling, gate management, and yard planning, leveraging real‑time GPS tracking for container positioning. ### Ancillary Services The port offers bonded warehousing, customs clearance lounges, and a dedicated on‑site logistics park featuring cold‑storage facilities for perishable goods. Emergency response infrastructure includes fire‑suppression systems and oil‑spill containment units aligned with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) standards. --- ## Economic Importance Yunfu Port contributes significantly to Guangdong’s **GDP of logistics**, accounting for an estimated 2.3 % of the province’s total trade volume in 2023. The terminal handles roughly **1.8 million TEU** annually, a figure that has risen by an average of 12 % per year since 2019. Its presence reduces average dwell time for containers in the region from 3.8 days (pre‑2018) to 2.1 days, translating to cost savings of approximately **USD 150 million** for downstream manufacturers each year. Moreover, Yunfu serves as a critical outlet for raw material imports essential to the province’s electronics and automotive sectors. Coal shipments destined for power plants in the Guangzhou metropolitan area and iron ore destined for steel mills in Foshan流经Yunfu, reinforcing its role in the supply chain of heavy industry. --- ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo ### Primary Shipping Lanes Yunfu’s maritime connectivity is anchored by **East‑Asia‑Europe** and **Asia‑Australia** shipping lanes. The port is linked to major trans‑shipment hubs such as **Hong Kong**, **Singapore**, and **Rotterdam**, facilitating direct services for containerized cargo. Seasonal “bulk carrier” routes also connect Yunfu to **Australia’s Pilbara** region for iron ore exports and to **South America** for coal imports. ### Cargo Breakdown (2023 statistics) | Cargo Type | Volume (MT) | Share of Total | |------------|-------------|----------------| | Containerized Goods | 3.2 million TEU | 55 % | | Coal & Mineral Bulk | 12.5 million MT | 21 % | | Steel & Machinery Parts | 2.0 million MT | 8 % | | Agricultural Products (Rice, Sugar) | 1.5 million MT | 6 % | | Project & Oversized Cargo | 0.6 million MT | 2 % | | Other (Passenger, Vehicles) | 0.7 million MT | 8 % | The dominant cargo categories—containerized goods and bulk commodities—reflect Yunfu’s dual identity as both a **container hub** and a **resource transshipment gateway**. ### Intermodal Connectivity Rail links connect the terminal directly to the **Guangzhou–Shenzhen intercity line**, enabling **single‑step** 48‑hour freight movement to inland markets in Chengdu, Chongqing, and Wuhan. Highway access via **G4 Beijing–Hong Kong–Macao Expressway** facilitates trucking operations, while a dedicated **inland waterway** corridor allows barge shipments to the Pearl River’s upper reaches, supporting inland ports such as **Zhongshan** and **Jiangmen**. --- *The information presented above reflects the most recent publicly available data as of 2024 and is intended for professional audiences engaged in maritime logistics planning, trade policy analysis, and supply‑chain optimization.*

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UN/LOCODE

CNYNF

Country

China

Province / Region

Guangdong

Latitude

22.915094

Longitude

112.044491

Timezone

Asia/Shanghai

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Yunfu?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Yunfu is CNYNF.

Where is Port of Yunfu located?

The Port of Yunfu is located in China, Guangdong. Its coordinates are 22.9151°N, 112.0445°E.

What time zone is Port of Yunfu in?

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

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