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PHCAV Cavite Port
Cavite Port is the seaport of Cavite, in the city of Cavitein Philippines. Overseas routes include Southeast Asia, Port code is PHCAV.

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Port Code

PHCAV

Name

Cavite

Country / Region

Philippines

City

Cavite

Sea Routes

Southeast Asia

Type

Latitude

14.4833333

Longitude

120.9166667

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Port Overview

Cavite Port (UN/LOCODE: PHCAV)

Cavite Port is a maritime port in Cavite, Philippines, positioned at approximately 14.4833333° N, 120.9166667° E on the southeastern side of Manila Bay. The port is associated with Cavite City and the wider Metro Manila–Cavite maritime and industrial corridor. Its location can support port calls, project cargo, breakbulk, domestic maritime movements and selected commercial shipments, subject to the actual terminal, berth and carrier acceptance for the required cargo type. Our platform treats PHCAV as a distinct port code and does not automatically substitute Manila port codes. We coordinate the operating terminal, cargo acceptance, documentation, inland route and applicable Philippine regulatory requirements before confirming a booking.

Port code	PHCAV
Alternative code shown in source data	PHCVE
Country / city	Philippines / Cavite
Coordinates	14.4833333° N, 120.9166667° E
Port profile	Seaport in Manila Bay; cargo acceptance and service scope require shipment-specific confirmation

Key Highlights

Commercial and Operational Highlights

Manila Bay accessIts position in the Manila Bay area connects maritime planning with the Cavite and Metro Manila hinterland.

Port-code disciplinePHCAV should be checked separately from Manila-area port codes; the final destination in the booking system must match the actual receiving facility.

Mixed cargo suitabilityBreakbulk, project, domestic and selected commercial cargo may be considered, but container, bulk and special-cargo acceptance is terminal-specific.

Road-sensitive hinterlandUrban congestion, truck restrictions, gate appointments and access conditions can materially affect the pickup or delivery plan.

Regulatory coordinationOur team verifies port authority, customs, quarantine, dangerous-goods and consignee requirements before operational release.

Facilities & Services

Facilities and Cargo-Handling Scope

Marine access and berthing: Vessel nomination, draft, LOA, berth availability and cargo-handling capability must be confirmed with the actual port or terminal operator before fixing a sailing plan.
Breakbulk and project cargo: Heavy lifts, out-of-gauge units, steel, machinery and construction materials require advance review of lifting equipment, safe-working limits, stowage and berth arrangements.
Container handling: Do not assume PHCAV offers the same container service as a major Manila container terminal. Our platform verifies equipment, empty release, receiving window, terminal cut-off and carrier acceptance case by case.
Storage and cargo holding: Short-term storage, bonded handling, reefer connection, stuffing, stripping and examination arrangements depend on the nominated facility and cargo status.
Customs and inspection coordination: Customs examination, documentary review and release procedures are arranged according to the shipment's declaration, tariff treatment and assigned facility.
Road connectivity: Truck drayage is the principal inland interface for most cargo plans; vehicle type, route restrictions, operating hours and delivery appointment requirements must be checked in advance.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing and Transit-Time Planning

Regional imports and exports: Cargo may be planned through Philippine mainline, feeder or regional services calling at an accepted Manila Bay-area gateway. Direct coverage, transshipment points and sailing frequency must be confirmed with the selected carrier.
Domestic and inter-island movements: Cavite's location may be relevant to domestic coastal or inter-island cargo, subject to vessel schedule, domestic documentation and port acceptance.
Alternative gateway assessment: When PHCAV cannot accept the equipment or cargo type, our service team compares an appropriate Manila-area gateway or another Philippine port rather than changing the destination without written approval.
Time variables: Actual transit includes vessel schedule, transshipment, berth waiting, customs processing, terminal receiving, weather, road congestion and truck appointment availability. Published schedules and delivery dates remain subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Hinterland and Typical Cargo Planning

Primary service areaCavite, the southern Metro Manila corridor and nearby industrial and commercial districts are the principal inland planning areas.

Industrial and construction supplyMachinery, fabricated steel, building materials, plant components and project cargo may require breakbulk or special-equipment planning.

Commercial cargoGeneral cargo and selected containerized shipments can be considered after verifying terminal acceptance, equipment availability and customs arrangements.

Domestic distributionConsumer, industrial and inter-island cargo may involve road transfer followed by coastal or domestic maritime legs, depending on the final destination.

Cargo classification, packaging, dimensions, gross weight, commodity restrictions and final delivery address determine whether PHCAV is operationally suitable.

Operations & Compliance

Operational and Compliance Controls

Cut-off control: Booking cut-off, SI cut-off, VGM deadline, cargo receiving window and port gate cut-off are not interchangeable. Our team obtains the applicable deadlines from the carrier and nominated facility for each sailing.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing details before booking. DG acceptance and segregation are subject to carrier and terminal approval.
Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, permits, certificates and consignee details must be consistent. Philippine import controls, tariff classification and examination requirements should be checked before cargo dispatch.
Truck and delivery risk: Confirm container size, chassis or trailer suitability, axle and road restrictions, delivery appointment, driver access and empty-return instructions. Urban traffic and local restrictions can change the operational window.

Shipping Tips

Practical Recommendations from Our Service Team

Send the commodity, HS classification, packing type, dimensions, gross weight, DG status, target date and final delivery address before requesting a PHCAV quotation.
Ask our team to verify whether the nominated carrier and facility accept the cargo under PHCAV, including containerized, reefer, OOG, breakbulk and project shipments.
For heavy or oversized cargo, provide lifting points, center of gravity, drawings, photographs and transport dimensions so that berth, crane, trailer and route feasibility can be reviewed.
Build contingency time for customs examination, berth changes, weather, terminal receiving changes and road congestion; do not release cargo to the truck until the receiving instruction is confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

PHCAV Freight Forwarding FAQs

Is PHCAV the same as a Manila container terminal?

No. PHCAV identifies Cavite, and it should not be substituted automatically with a Manila port code. Our platform verifies the actual terminal, vessel call, cargo acceptance and documentation requirements before booking.

Can we ship a standard FCL container through PHCAV?

Possibly, but this is not assumed. Carrier coverage, terminal receiving capability, equipment availability, empty release and cut-off times must be confirmed for the specific sailing and container type.

What information is required for project cargo?

Provide cargo dimensions, weight, lifting points, center of gravity, packing method, photographs, delivery address and required date. Our team then checks berth, handling, trailer, route and permit requirements.

How should dangerous goods be booked?

Submit the complete DG declaration details, SDS and packing information before cargo movement. Carrier, terminal and Philippine regulatory approval may be required, and acceptance is subject to written confirmation.

What causes the most common delivery delays?

Typical causes include incomplete documents, customs examination, changed terminal receiving windows, unavailable equipment, truck restrictions, traffic congestion and weather or berth disruption. Our team monitors these items against the confirmed operating plan.

Data Sources & Provenance

Data Basis and Verification Boundary

The port code, name, country, city, coordinates and source-listed alternative code in this module are based on the supplied PHCAV port record. Operational statements are presented as shipment-planning guidance and are subject to confirmation with the applicable carrier, terminal, port authority, customs office and other regulators.

Philippine Ports Authority: ppa.com.ph — port administration and official port-related reference information.
Bureau of Customs Philippines: customs.gov.ph — customs procedures, import controls and clearance references.

No unsupported berth count, depth, throughput, terminal capacity, carrier schedule, fee, opening hour or guaranteed transit time is stated. Our platform rechecks time-sensitive details before quotation, booking and cargo dispatch.