Port Overview
The Port of Zamboanga is a seaport located in Zamboanga City located in western Mindanao. The international container Port of Zamboanga ranked 2nd in Asia according to the 2010 Super Efficient Ports in Asia study. The Seaport of Zamboanga has 19 docks, 12 of which are privately owned. The largest dock has capacity for up to 20 vessels, and is operated by the Philippine Ports Authority (PPA).
Sources:
https://maritimereview.ph/2019/01/25/the-port-of-zamboanga/
https://www.zamboanga.com/html/tourist_Seaport.htm
https://www.searates.com/port/zamboanga_ph.htm
Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Philippines |
Province or District |
Zamboanga Del Sur |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Zamboanga City (0 km) |
Port's Complete Name |
PMO Zamboanga |
Latitude |
6.9027778 |
Longitude |
122.074167 |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Zamboanga City Special Economic Zone Authority |
Management Contact Person |
Arcidi S. Jumaani, Port Manager PMO Zamboanga (062) 991-2037 to 39 / 991-2360 |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Zamboanga Airport Domestic only PAL / Cebu Pacific / Air Asia |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Cargo Handling | ||
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Company | Contact Person | Contact Details |
Unified Stevedoring and Arrastre Corporation |
Bienvenido Ruste, President |
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PTC-Mindanao Port Services Inc |
Guillermo L. Laureano, President |
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Zamboanga Arrastre and Stevedoring Corporation |
Hadji Harun Dimarunsing, President/General Manager |
https://www.zamboanga.com/html/tourist_Seaport.htm
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.3 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
Based on the PPA 2018 Cargo Throughput Report, PMO Zamboanga had 44,927(RORO) and 551,045(Non RORO) for the 1st quarter and 42,028(RORO) and 624,437(Non RORO) in the 2nd quarter of 2018. There are nineteen seaports or wharves in Zamboanga City, twelve of which are privately owned. The biggest and most modern is the Zamboanga Port, which is operated by the Philippine Port Authority (PPA). It is located at the City's southern tip, and it's main entrance is on R.T. Lim Boulevard. It can hold 20 vessels at a time. This port is designed for larger vessel and can accommodate within 10m draft. Container handling if DTD FCL mode will be shoulder by shipping company.
Humanitarian cargoes are priorities in all Philippine ports during an emergency.
Sources:
https://www.ppa.com.ph/sites/default/files/qtr_stat/2018%20Cargo%20Statistics.pdf
https://www.zamboanga.com/html/tourist_Seaport.htm
SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
Yes |
From June to November |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
Other Comments |
Small vessel bound for Basilan, Sulu, and Tawi-tawi provinces also use this port. |
HANDLING FIGURES for 2018 |
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Vessel Calls |
9,721 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
48,705 TEUs |
https://www.ppa.com.ph/sites/default/files/qtr_stat/2018%20Container%20Statistics.pdf
https://maritimereview.ph/2019/01/25/the-port-of-zamboanga/
http://www.neda.gov.ph/regional-development-councils/
https://www.ppa.com.ph/sites/default/files/qtr_stat/2018%20Container%20Statistics.pdf
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2018 |
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Bulk (MT) |
58,631 MT |
Break bulk (MT) |
1,179,149 MT |
https://www.ppa.com.ph/sites/default/files/List%20of%20Ports%20covered%20in%20PPA%20Statistics.pdf
https://www.ppa.com.ph/annual-statistical-report-by-year-vol-1
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following links:
https://www.ppa.com.ph/?q=content/charges-vessel
https://www.ppa.com.ph/?q=content/charges-cargoes
https://www.ppa.com.ph/?q=content/charges-storage
https://www.ppa.com.ph/?q=content/exemption-port-charges
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
6 |
320 m |
6-13 m |
Finger pier w/ 2-RORO berth 1,000 m |
Container Berth |
0 |
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Silo Berth |
0 |
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Berthing Tugs |
0 |
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Water Barges |
0 |
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https://www.skyscrapercity.com/threads/zamboanga-ports-and-shipping.1490265/
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
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Imports - Bagged Cargo |
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Exports - Bagged Cargo |
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Imports and Exports - RoRo |
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Other Imports |
Container Facilities
PMO Zamboanga has CFS and an open area for bulk storage.
Facilities |
20 & 40 ft |
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Container Facilities Available |
13,700 m2 |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
5,040 m2 |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
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Daily Take Off Capacity |
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Number of Reefer Stations |
8 |
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
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Off take Capacity of
Gang Shift |
https://www.zamboanga.com/html/tourist_Seaport.htm
https://www.skyscrapercity.com/threads/zamboanga-ports-and-shipping.1490265/
Customs Guidance
Customs clearing is done at the port. Customs clearing and operations normally takes the usual process and time frame provided that all clearance, exemption and document are process on time.
Operating Hours: 8am - 5pm, Mon-Fri. Closed on Saturdays and Sundays.
Phone: +6362 992 6844
For more information on customs in the Philippines, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Terminal Information
Multipurpose Terminal
2 passenger terminal sheds (1,620 m2 and 960 m2)
Grain and Bulk Handling
There are no grain and bulk handling facilities at Zamboanga Port.
Main Storage Terminal
- 5,400 m2 open storage area
- 6,200 m2 unpaved area
- 13,700 m2 container marshalling yard
Storage Type |
Number of Storage Facilities |
Area (m2) |
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Bagged Cargo |
1 (transit shed) |
5,050 m2 |
Refrigerated Cargo |
None (cold storage) |
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General Cargo |
1 (Transit Shed) |
5,050 m2 |
Stevedoring
- Unified Stevedoring and Arrastre Corporation (USAC)
- PTC-Mindanao Port Services, Inc. (PTC-MPSI)
- Zamboanga Arrastre and Stevedoring Corporation (ZASCO)
Hinterland Information
- Shipping companies will facilitate withdrawal and delivery of DTD FCL thru their contracted transporters.
- LCL cargoes will be facilitated by the owner or their authorized representative.
Port Security
24/7 guarded gate 1 and 2 complex With Astrophysics baggage X-Ray machine and metal detectors.
Security |
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ISPS Compliant |
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Current ISPS
Level |
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Police Boats |
Provided by Maritime Command |
Fire Engines |
Provided by the local government |