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FMKOS Kosrae Port
Kosrae Port is the major seaport of Kosrae, in the city of Kosraein Micronesia. Overseas routes include Australia, Port code is FMKOS.

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Port Code

FMKOS

Name

Kosrae

Country / Region

Micronesia

City

Kosrae

Sea Routes

Australia

Type

Main Port

Latitude

5.3122000

Longitude

162.9873000

Est. Unit Price

$390/m³ Book Now

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Port Overview

KOSRAE Port, UN/LOCODE FMKOS, is a small island seaport serving Kosrae in the Federated States of Micronesia. Located at approximately 5.3122° N, 162.9873° E, the port is positioned beside Kosrae Airport and functions primarily as an inbound and outbound container-freight gateway for the island. The supplied port record describes a main dock of approximately 170 m that can accommodate vessels up to approximately 500 ft, with around 3–5 cargo vessels per month. Services are limited compared with major hub ports: scheduled container connections are reported through Matson and Kyowa Line, while available cargo-handling equipment is relatively limited. Our service team therefore treats FMKOS as a schedule-sensitive island port requiring early space confirmation, careful equipment planning and realistic transshipment expectations.

UN/LOCODE	FMKOS
Port / City	KOSRAE / Kosrae
Country / Region	Micronesia / Oceania
Coordinates	5.3122° N, 162.9873° E
Port profile	Small island seaport, predominantly container freight

Key Highlights

Island-dependent gatewayFMKOS serves Kosrae directly; most international cargo planning must allow for transshipment and limited sailing frequency.

Container-led trafficThe supplied record identifies container freight as the dominant cargo type, with relatively little indication of large-scale bulk or project-port activity.

Limited handling resourcesHandling equipment is described as being in good condition but available in small quantities, so operational resilience may be lower during peak demand or equipment failure.

Low congestion, high schedule sensitivityThe port is reported as not congested, but a missed sailing can have a material effect because alternative departures may be limited.

Facilities & Services

Main dock: The supplied port data reports an approximately 170 m dock with vessel accommodation up to approximately 500 ft; final acceptance remains subject to vessel particulars and port confirmation.
Container handling: Containerized cargo is the principal operating profile. Equipment availability is limited, so loading, discharge and positioning plans should be confirmed before shipment.
Storage and staging: Short-term terminal or port-side staging may be available, but capacity, free time and reefer plug availability should be checked for each call rather than assumed.
Airport adjacency: The dock is described as adjacent to Kosrae Airport, which may support coordinated urgent-airfreight planning, although air and sea cargo must be arranged as separate services.
Inland distribution: Kosrae’s island geography means local delivery is road-based and comparatively short-haul, but vehicle availability, road access and consignee unloading capability should be confirmed in advance.

Routes & Transit Times

Pacific feeder pattern: Cargo is generally planned through a carrier service rotation or transshipment hub serving the North and Central Pacific. The actual routing depends on the carrier, origin, equipment and current network schedule.
Reported scheduled operators: The supplied port description identifies Matson and Kyowa Line as providing scheduled services to Kosrae. Sailing availability, vessel rotation and acceptance of specific cargo must be reconfirmed at booking.
Transit-time planning: No fixed transit time should be promised. Connection availability, port rotation, weather, vessel changes, equipment imbalance and missed cut-offs can materially extend the end-to-end movement.
Origin strategy: Our service team compares direct-booking options where available with hub-and-feeder alternatives, then verifies the full routing before issuing a firm schedule.

For time-critical cargo, the quoted transit should include a contingency for transshipment and the next available sailing, not only the carrier’s port-to-port estimate.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

FMKOS primarily serves the island of Kosrae rather than a broad mainland hinterland. Its cargo base is consequently shaped by local consumption, public services, construction demand and island supply-chain requirements.

Consumer and retail suppliesPackaged food, household products, general merchandise and other regular replenishment cargo commonly require dependable container planning.

Construction and infrastructure cargoBuilding materials, fixtures, machinery parts and maintenance supplies may move as containerized, breakbulk or specially prepared cargo depending on dimensions and handling limits.

Project and institutional shipmentsGovernment, hospitality, utility and community projects may require staged deliveries, detailed packing lists and advance coordination of unloading resources.

Island distribution constraintsConsignees should confirm local storage, labor, forklift access, delivery vehicle suitability and empty-container return arrangements before cargo is released.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-offs: Carrier documentation, verified gross mass, shipping instructions and export customs formalities should be completed ahead of the carrier’s stated cut-off. With limited sailings, late cargo may roll to a later connection.
Dangerous goods: Class, UN number, proper shipping name, packing group, marine pollutant status, safety data and container placarding must be submitted for carrier and port review before acceptance. Do not assume every sailing accepts hazardous cargo.
Documentation accuracy: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading instructions, consignee contact, cargo value, country of origin and any permits should be consistent. Island customs and delivery coordination can be delayed by incomplete consignee information.
Inspection and release: Customs or other regulatory inspection may require additional time and local handling coordination. Our service team arranges document pre-checks, but final examination, release and charges remain subject to the relevant authorities and carrier.

Shipping Tips

Request space and equipment confirmation early, especially for reefers, out-of-gauge cargo, dangerous goods or project shipments; the next suitable sailing may not be immediate.
Use seaworthy export packing, moisture protection and clear external marks. For island delivery, verify whether the consignee can unload the container and return the empty unit within the carrier’s required window.
Provide complete cargo dimensions, weight distribution, HS information, DG documents and final delivery details at quotation stage so our service team can screen routing and handling feasibility.
For urgent or high-value cargo, compare sea freight with an airfreight or sea-air contingency via the airport, while recognizing that these are separate arrangements and subject to capacity and regulatory acceptance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FMKOS suitable for regular container shipments?

Yes, the port record identifies container freight as its main cargo profile. Regular service should still be planned around carrier rotation, equipment confirmation and the possibility of transshipment.

Can a shipment be booked with a guaranteed fixed transit time?

Our service team can provide the carrier’s current schedule and an operational estimate, but a fixed end-to-end transit commitment is not appropriate for this island port. Weather, missed connections, vessel rotation and limited sailing options may affect delivery.

What should be checked before booking a reefer or dangerous-goods container?

Confirm carrier acceptance, equipment availability, power requirements, documentation, applicable restrictions and the consignee’s ability to receive the cargo. These details should be approved before the booking is treated as firm.

Are there rail or mainland truck connections from KOSRAE?

No rail connection should be assumed. Final delivery is island-based and normally relies on local road transport, with vehicle, access and unloading arrangements requiring shipment-specific confirmation.

How does our platform support an FMKOS shipment?

Our service team can review cargo specifications, compare available routing options, check cut-offs and documentation, coordinate origin pickup and monitor carrier updates through the shipment lifecycle.

Data Sources & Provenance

Primary basis: The port master record supplied for this page, including UN/LOCODE FMKOS, port and country identity, coordinates, dock description, reported vessel accommodation, approximate monthly cargo-vessel activity, handling-equipment observations and reported carrier service information.

Interpretation boundary: Operational details that can change—carrier rotations, booking acceptance, cut-off times, equipment, storage terms, customs procedures, charges, weather impacts and delivery arrangements—must be reconfirmed with the carrier, port operator, customs authorities and consignee before execution.

Data integrity note: No unsupported berth depth, terminal capacity, guaranteed transit time, tariff, sailing frequency or additional facility specification is stated here. The coordinates are reproduced from the supplied FMKOS record.