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KPCHI Chinnampo Port
Chinnampo Port is the seaport of Chinnampo, in the city of Chinnampoin North korea. Overseas routes include Japan and South Korea, Port code is KPCHI.

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Port Code

KPCHI

Name

Chinnampo

Country / Region

North korea

City

Chinnampo

Sea Routes

Japan and South Korea

Type

Latitude

38.7144000

Longitude

125.4007000

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Port Overview

Chinnampo, also known as Nampo, is a seaport in North Korea located at the estuary of the Taedong River on the Yellow Sea. UN/LOCODE KPCHI identifies the port in the supplied port master data. Its position is approximately 38.714400° N, 125.400700° E, around 44 nautical miles downriver from Pyongyang. The port functions as a river-estuary commercial port with bulk cargo, general cargo and limited container activity, while also supporting fishing and manufacturing-related flows. Its operating profile is more suitable for carefully planned bulk, project and conventional cargo movements than for assuming a high-frequency container gateway. Our service team recommends confirming vessel acceptance, draft restrictions, cargo permissions and the exact receiving arrangement before any booking is treated as firm.

UN/LOCODE	KPCHI
Port / Country	Chinnampo (Nampo) / North Korea
Coordinates	38.714400° N, 125.400700° E
Reported vessel parameters	Maximum recorded length: 111 m; maximum reported draught: 4.6 m; maximum deadweight: 6,926 t

Key Highlights

Estuary accessRiver-estuary navigation makes draft, tide, river conditions and seasonal operating restrictions important planning variables.

Bulk-oriented profileCoal, ore and grain are specifically associated with the port; conventional and breakbulk planning may be more relevant than standard container assumptions.

Limited container certaintyContainer handling is reported, but the supplied record lists no regular FCL, LCL or airfreight service count. Equipment and acceptance must be confirmed case by case.

Pyongyang connectionRail and expressway links connect the port with the capital region, although inland permissions, availability and actual transit arrangements require confirmation.

Compliance-sensitive tradeCountry, commodity, consignee, vessel and financial-party screening should be completed before quotation or booking.

Facilities & Services

Bulk and general cargo: The port’s stated cargo profile includes coal, ore and grain, together with other conventional cargoes. Loading method, cargo gear and berth suitability should be checked against the nominated vessel and commodity.
Container handling: Some container activity is reported, but the available master data does not establish a regular terminal schedule, equipment inventory or guaranteed reefer, dangerous-goods or out-of-gauge capability.
Storage and staging: Cargo may require port-side storage, covered warehouse space or direct delivery planning. Our team should obtain confirmed storage terms and free-time arrangements before dispatch.
Inspection and customs interface: Customs, security and cargo inspections may affect release timing. Packing lists, invoices, permits and cargo descriptions should be consistent before arrival.
Inland connectivity: Rail and expressway links toward Pyongyang are identified in the supplied port description, but routing, road access, wagon or truck availability and operating permissions must be confirmed for each shipment.

Routes & Transit Times

Trade direction: Cargo may be planned through Yellow Sea and regional Northeast Asian maritime connections, subject to carrier acceptance, port permissions, sanctions screening and the final vessel rotation.
Feeder or transshipment planning: Where no suitable direct service is confirmed, our service team may assess a compliant regional transshipment or conventional-vessel solution. This is not a guaranteed route or sailing schedule.
Transit-time variables: Actual timing can be affected by vessel nomination, river-estuary navigation, draft limitations, weather, inspection, documentation approval, cargo permissions and inland delivery authorization.
Planning standard: We provide a shipment-specific estimate only after confirming cargo type, volume, packing, origin, destination, vessel option, transshipment point and regulatory clearance. No fixed transit time should be assumed from the port name alone.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterlandPyongyang and nearby western North Korean industrial and consumption areas are the principal inland reference point, connected in the supplied description by rail and expressway.

Bulk commoditiesCoal, ore and grain are the principal cargo categories identified for the port. Moisture control, weight verification, dust management and suitable holds or packaging are important.

Marine productsFishing and marine-product activity forms part of the port’s wider commercial role. Temperature control and sanitary documentation must be checked where applicable.

Manufacturing cargoIndustrial inputs, machinery and project cargo may be considered, but dimensions, lifting arrangements, road limits and import permissions require pre-clearance.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: Do not rely on standard liner cut-off assumptions. Our team should obtain the vessel operator’s cargo acceptance, documentation cut-off, loading window and port receiving instructions in writing.
Sanctions and trade controls: Screen the shipper, consignee, beneficial owners, banks, vessel, cargo and all transit points against applicable UN, national and corporate restrictions. A booking is subject to compliance approval.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, technical name, SDS and container or package details before acceptance. Dangerous-goods handling must be expressly confirmed.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, permits and cargo description must match the physical shipment. Allow contingency for inspection, release and possible document clarification.
Inland delivery: Confirm consignee access, road or rail availability, cargo escort requirements, weight and dimension limits, unloading equipment and final-mile permissions before cargo dispatch.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the commodity, HS classification, packing method, gross and net weight, dimensions, origin, final destination and all parties involved before requesting a firm solution.
For bulk or breakbulk cargo, prepare cargo density, moisture, stowage, loading rate and vessel compatibility information; do not infer acceptance from the port’s general cargo profile.
Use seaworthy export packaging with clear marks, verified weights and corrosion or moisture protection where appropriate. For containers, confirm equipment type and availability before stuffing.
Keep a compliant alternative available, such as a different vessel type, regional transshipment arrangement or nearby gateway assessment, but select it only after route, sanctions and inland feasibility review.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can KPCHI be used for ordinary container shipments?

Container activity is reported, but regular service, equipment, reefer capability and dangerous-goods acceptance are not established by the supplied data. Our team must verify the specific vessel, terminal arrangement and cargo approval before quoting a firm booking.

Is Chinnampo suitable for bulk cargo?

The port is associated with coal, ore and grain, so bulk cargo is a relevant planning profile. Final suitability depends on cargo characteristics, vessel dimensions, draft, loading method, permits and the confirmed operating window.

How should delivery to Pyongyang be arranged?

Rail and expressway links are described, but actual inland service depends on authorization, equipment, route condition, cargo type and consignee access. We recommend confirming the complete port-to-door chain before cargo is released for dispatch.

Are standard liner cut-off times applicable?

No. The cut-off, receiving window and document deadline must be obtained from the nominated operator or local handling party for the specific sailing. River-estuary conditions and inspections may alter the working schedule.

What information is required before a quotation?

Provide cargo description and HS code, packing, quantity, weight, dimensions, origin, destination, parties, intended use, dangerous-goods details where relevant and the requested shipping window. Our compliance review is part of the quotation process.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, country, city, coordinates, reported vessel length, draught, deadweight, cargo profile and connectivity statements are taken from the supplied KPCHI port master record. Operational comments are professional planning guidance and are not a guarantee of berth availability, sailing frequency, equipment, clearance or transit time.

For reference on the international location-code framework, consult unece.org. Applicable sanctions, export controls, customs requirements and carrier acceptance must be checked against the current rules of the relevant authorities and contracted service providers before shipment execution.

The maximum length, draught and deadweight figures shown above are reported values in the supplied dataset, not a current navigational guarantee. Our service team should obtain the latest vessel acceptance and port operating confirmation for every shipment.