Port of Honiara, Guadalcanal Is

Strategically positioned on Guadalcanal’s western shoreline, Honiara port (UN/LOCODE SBHIR) serves as the Solomon Islands’ primary maritime gateway, linking trade routes across the Pacific and supporting the Capital Territory’s economic pulse. Operating within the Pacific/Guadalcanal timezone, the port’s precise coordinates –9.4456381 latitude, 159.9728999 longitude –enable accurate navigation for commercial and humanitarian vessels alike. Honiara’s modern berthing facilities accommodate bulk cargo, containerized goods, and passenger ferries, while its customs infrastructure streamlines clearance procedures for imports and exports. Integration with regional logistics networks enhances supply chain resilience for fisheries, mining, and tourism sectors, positioning Honiara as a pivotal hub in Oceania’s maritime economy.