VNHPH Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of VNHPH
Haiphong Port is the seaport of Haiphong, in the city of Haiphongin Vietnam. Overseas routes include Southeast Asia, Port code is VNHPH.
Port Overview
Haiphong (UN/LOCODE: VNHPH; also shown in the supplied port data as VNHAP) is a seaport in northern Vietnam, positioned on the south side of the Cam River estuary and approximately 100 km southeast of Hanoi. Its estuarine setting makes it an important maritime gateway for Hanoi and the northern industrial corridor. The port handles containerized, general, bulk and liquid cargo, with inland collection and delivery normally coordinated by road and port-side depots. Our service team can arrange routing, documentation review, customs coordination and multimodal delivery according to the confirmed terminal, vessel and cargo profile.
| Reference item | Recorded information |
|---|---|
| Port code | VNHPH |
| Country / city | Vietnam / Haiphong |
| Coordinates | 20.9194000, 106.7052000 |
| Port setting | Estuarine seaport on the Cam River system |
| Vessel parameters in supplied data | Maximum recorded length 350 m; maximum draught 11.8 m; maximum deadweight 132,550 t |
Key Highlights
Facilities & Services
- Container handling: Container terminals and associated yards support export receiving, import release, transshipment-related handling where offered by the confirmed facility, and empty-container management.
- General and bulk cargo: The port system handles breakbulk, project-related cargo, cement, timber, ores and agricultural commodities subject to terminal acceptance and equipment availability.
- Liquid cargo: Petroleum and other liquid commodities require prior confirmation of the approved berth, tank or handling arrangement, cargo classification and safety documentation.
- Storage and inspection: Port yards, off-dock depots, bonded or customs-supervised locations may be used according to the cargo status and terminal instructions. Storage periods and inspection arrangements must be confirmed before delivery.
- Inland connectivity: Road haulage is central to factory pickup and final delivery around Haiphong, Hanoi and northern industrial zones. Our service team can coordinate truck, depot, customs and terminal interfaces.
Routes & Transit Times
- Regional trades: Haiphong is commonly used for cargo moving within Asia, including links toward China, Northeast Asia, Southeast Asia and other regional gateways. Actual service pattern depends on the carrier, terminal and sailing schedule.
- Long-haul connection: Cargo for Europe, North America, the Middle East or other distant markets may move through a direct service where available or through a regional hub. Directness, transshipment port and carrier selection must be checked per quotation.
- Time planning: Transit time is affected by vessel rotation, transshipment, tidal or draft restrictions, terminal congestion, customs inspection, weather and inland trucking conditions. We provide a confirmed estimate only after receiving the cargo, service and delivery details.
- Inland leg: Hanoi and northern industrial provinces are generally served by road. Factory loading windows, truck appointment rules, bridge or route restrictions and holiday traffic should be built into the door-to-port plan.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
- Core hinterland: Haiphong, Hanoi and the wider Red River Delta form the principal logistics catchment, with additional reach into northern manufacturing and distribution zones subject to trucking distance and customs routing.
- Industrial cargo: Machinery, production materials, electrical and manufactured goods are typical containerized flows associated with the northern Vietnam supply chain.
- Bulk and general cargo: The supplied port profile identifies rice, maize, ores, cement and timber among export-related commodities.
- Import profile: Machinery, petroleum products, preserved goods, wines and spirits are listed in the supplied port data; import permits, product standards and labeling requirements depend on the commodity.
- Project shipments: Oversized or heavy units require route surveys, lifting-point review, equipment confirmation and a separate terminal acceptance process before booking.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-off control: Shipping instruction, verified gross mass, customs status, export clearance and container delivery cut-offs vary by vessel and terminal. Our service team confirms the applicable deadlines in writing rather than relying on a standard timetable.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing certificate before booking. DG acceptance, segregation and terminal approval must be confirmed in advance.
- Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document data, permits and origin information must be consistent. A customs hold or physical inspection can delay release and may generate handling, storage or truck waiting costs.
- Inland delivery: Confirm container type, cargo weight, factory access, loading equipment, road restrictions and empty-return location before dispatch. For overweight, reefer, OOG or sensitive cargo, use a written operational plan.
Shipping Tips
- Send the booking request early with POL, final destination, commodity, HS code, container type, gross weight, dimensions and preferred shipment window so our team can screen routing and terminal constraints.
- For factory cargo near Hanoi or northern industrial parks, reserve trucking around the confirmed receiving cut-off and allow contingency for traffic, loading delays and customs-related holds.
- Use export-grade packaging and moisture protection for machinery, timber, cement and agricultural cargo; verify fumigation, wood-packaging and commodity-specific requirements before stuffing.
- For urgent or constrained cargo, our service team can compare alternative sailing windows, transshipment options, depots and inland delivery plans, subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is VNHPH suitable for container exports from Hanoi?
Yes. Haiphong is a practical maritime gateway for Hanoi and northern Vietnam. The final plan depends on the factory location, truck access, cargo characteristics, customs status and the confirmed vessel cut-off. Our team checks the door-to-port sequence before dispatch.
Can the port handle non-containerized or project cargo?
The supplied port profile includes general, bulk and liquid cargo activity. For heavy, long, high or irregular units, acceptance, lifting method, berth capability, storage area and inland route must be approved for the specific shipment.
How early should dangerous goods be declared?
DG information should be submitted before booking and before the terminal or carrier approval deadline. The exact lead time varies by class, carrier, terminal and sailing. Do not dispatch a DG container until acceptance and documentation are confirmed.
What commonly causes export delays?
Typical causes include late VGM or shipping instructions, inconsistent customs documents, missed terminal receiving cut-off, truck or factory loading delays, DG approval issues, inspection holds and changes to the vessel schedule.
Can our service team provide a fixed transit time or surcharge?
We can provide a shipment-specific quotation and planning estimate after confirming the carrier, routing, terminal, cargo and inland scope. Transit, local charges, storage and operational fees remain subject to the final carrier, terminal, customs and trucking confirmation.
Data Sources & Provenance
The port code, name, location, coordinates and vessel parameters shown above are taken from the supplied VNHPH port dataset. Cargo profile and recorded annual activity figures are also limited to that supplied dataset and should be reconfirmed against the applicable terminal, carrier or port authority before commercial commitment.
For operational and regulatory verification, our service team cross-checks shipment-specific information with relevant official or authoritative sources, including:
- haiphongport.com.vn — port operator information and port-side operational references.
- customs.gov.vn — Vietnam customs procedures and clearance-related references.
- gso.gov.vn — Vietnam official statistical information for relevant economic and transport context.