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MYBUT Butterworth Port
Butterworth Port is the seaport of Beihaishi, in the city of Beihaishiin Malaysia. Overseas routes include Southeast Asia, Port code is MYBUT.

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Port Code

MYBUT

Name

Butterworth

Country / Region

Malaysia

City

Beihaishi

Sea Routes

Southeast Asia

Type

Latitude

5.4025002

Longitude

100.3470000

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Butterworth (UN/LOCODE: MYBUT) is a maritime port location on the mainland side of Penang, Malaysia, facing Penang Island and the northern Strait of Malacca. For freight planning, it is handled within the Penang port system and functions as a gateway for containerized, project, breakbulk and regional industrial cargo. Its position supports cargo flows between northern and central Malaysia, southern Thailand and international markets connected through transshipment or scheduled regional services. Our platform uses the supplied port identity and coordinates as the reference record, while terminal acceptance, vessel allocation, documentation cut-offs and inland arrangements are confirmed case by case before booking.

UN/LOCODEMYBUT

Port NameBUTTERWORTH

CountryMalaysia

Reference Coordinates5.4025002, 100.3470000

Planning note: The supplied database identifies the location as MYBUT / BUTTERWORTH. Our service team checks the nominated terminal, carrier booking acceptance and actual port rotation before issuing operational instructions.

Key Highlights

Penang logistics gatewaySupports cargo moving through the Penang mainland port area and its associated industrial hinterland.

Mixed cargo profileSuitable planning may involve FCL, LCL, machinery, project cargo, general cargo and selected bulk or breakbulk movements.

Regional Strait positionInternational cargo may connect through regional services or transshipment hubs, subject to carrier schedules and equipment availability.

Road-led inland distributionFactory collection, depot return, customs inspection and delivery timing are strongly influenced by road congestion, truck permits and appointment rules.

Terminal confirmation requiredExact cut-offs, accepted cargo types, handling arrangements and gate procedures depend on the nominated terminal and carrier.

Facilities & Services

Logistics function	Operational relevance for our customers
Container handling	Containerized export and import movements can be arranged through the confirmed Penang-area terminal and carrier service. Equipment type, empty release and receiving windows must be checked before dispatch.
Breakbulk and project cargo	Machinery, steel, timber and oversized cargo require advance review of dimensions, lifting points, securing plans, berth suitability and whether direct delivery or specialist handling is permitted.
Warehousing and depot interface	Our team can coordinate staging, consolidation, deconsolidation and empty-container return through approved warehouses or depots, subject to space and appointment availability.
Customs and inspection handling	Documentation review, customs declarations, inspection attendance and seal control should be planned before truck arrival. Inspection location and procedures are confirmed with the relevant authorities and terminal.
Road and rail connectivity	Road haulage is the principal planning interface for factory collection and final delivery. Rail applicability depends on the origin, cargo type, service provider and current routing arrangements.

Routes & Transit Times

Regional Asian trade: Cargo may be routed through regional Southeast Asian, South Asian, East Asian or Middle Eastern networks. The actual sequence depends on the carrier, sailing plan, transshipment point and equipment position.
European and long-haul cargo: Shipments commonly require a carrier-defined direct or transshipment connection. Our platform compares routing options rather than assuming a fixed direct service.
Inland collection and delivery: Factory location, truck availability, road congestion, weighbridge or inspection requirements and delivery appointments can materially affect the end-to-end schedule.
Transit-time control: Published sailing time is not the same as total door-to-door time. Port receiving, customs release, transshipment connection, weather, blank sailings and equipment shortages should be included in the planning buffer.

Service commitment: Our service team provides a route-specific schedule only after checking the current carrier quotation, vessel rotation, terminal cut-off and inland collection conditions. No generic transit time should be treated as a guaranteed delivery date.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Penang mainland and islandIndustrial estates, manufacturing facilities, distribution operations and commercial centers around Penang form the immediate cargo base.

Northern MalaysiaRoad networks connect the port area with Kedah, Perak and other northern Malaysian production and consumption markets, subject to truck routing and delivery restrictions.

Cross-border regional flowsShipments involving southern Thailand or neighboring Southeast Asian markets require careful coordination of border documents, customs status, truck capability and cargo insurance.

Typical cargo categoriesElectronics-related goods, industrial components, machinery, chemicals subject to approval, consumer products, packaged commodities, raw materials and project cargo may be encountered.

Commodity classification remains decisive. The same port can involve different declarations, permits, packaging standards and inspection controls depending on the HS code, cargo condition, consignee status and intended use.

Operations & Compliance

Risk point	Recommended control
Booking, CY and documentation cut-offs	Obtain the carrier's booking confirmation and terminal-specific receiving instructions before arranging loading. Cut-offs can differ by vessel, service, equipment type and terminal.
Dangerous goods	Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and container packing details. Obtain carrier and terminal acceptance before cargo reaches the gate.
Customs and inspection	Ensure commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading instructions, permits, certificates and HS classification are consistent. Keep the cargo accessible for possible inspection and allow time for release formalities.
Inland trucking	Confirm container size, gross mass, cargo dimensions, loading address, site access, truck type, driver requirements, delivery appointment and empty-return location. Overweight or out-of-gauge cargo requires separate approval.

Important: Malaysian customs, port, carrier and dangerous-goods requirements may change. Our service team verifies the current instruction with the responsible carrier, terminal, customs broker and relevant authority before execution.

Shipping Tips

Book with cargo particulars early: State commodity, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, container type, DG status and intended inland destination at quotation stage. This reduces rework after equipment release.
Separate schedule from delivery promise: Ask our team for both port-to-port sailing information and a door-to-door risk window covering collection, customs, terminal handling and final delivery.
Prepare document consistency: Match invoice, packing list, shipping instructions, permits, marks and seal information. For controlled or chemical cargo, submit supporting documents before booking confirmation.
Keep alternatives available: For urgent cargo, evaluate a different sailing, transshipment option, nearby Malaysian gateway or temporary warehouse plan only after checking total cost, customs implications and inland feasibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is MYBUT the same as every Penang port terminal?

MYBUT is the supplied UN/LOCODE and port record for BUTTERWORTH. It should not be treated as a blanket instruction for every terminal or facility in the Penang area. Our platform confirms the exact terminal, carrier and gate location shown on the booking.

Can our shipment be booked as FCL or LCL?

FCL and LCL feasibility depends on the carrier service, commodity, equipment availability, consolidation warehouse and destination. Our team checks the current service and provides the applicable receiving and documentation instructions before cargo delivery.

What information is needed for dangerous goods?

Normally, the carrier will require accurate classification information such as UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group where applicable, SDS, package details and emergency contact information. Acceptance must be obtained before dispatch, and additional terminal restrictions may apply.

Why can the truck schedule change after booking?

Changes may result from equipment release, terminal receiving windows, customs or inspection selection, road congestion, site access, truck restrictions, vessel changes or empty-return instructions. Our operations team updates the collection plan after each relevant confirmation.

Does a quoted sailing time guarantee final delivery?

No. Sailing time covers only the maritime portion indicated by the carrier. Final delivery also depends on origin handling, transshipment, customs release, terminal availability, inland transport and consignee appointment. Our team provides a qualified schedule based on the live booking details.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port identity, UN/LOCODE, English name, country, supplied city fields and reference coordinates in this module are taken from the provided MYBUT port record. Operational statements are presented as planning guidance and require confirmation against the live booking, terminal and regulatory instructions.

Penang port administration and facility information: penangport.com.my
Malaysia customs and import/export compliance reference: customs.gov.my
Malaysia marine and shipping regulatory reference: marine.gov.my

Verification boundary: No unsupported figures for berth count, draft, throughput, terminal capacity, port hours, carrier frequency, charges or guaranteed transit time are stated here. Our service team verifies time-sensitive details with the relevant carrier, terminal, customs broker and inland provider before execution.