Ports – Hong Kong

As one of the largest and busiest ports in the world, Hong Kong plays a key role in international trade and logistics. In this article, we look at Hong Kong’s major ports and terminals, their locations and functions.

  1. Hong Kong Container Terminal:
  • Located in Kwai Tsing, this terminal is the largest container terminal in Hong Kong.
  • It consists of nine container terminals (KT1-KT9), which together form one of the busiest container ports in the world.
  • It serves a wide range of containerised cargo, including import and export of industrial goods, consumer goods and raw materials.
  1. Victoria Harbour:
  • It is a natural harbour separating Hong Kong Island and the Kowloon Peninsula.
  • Victoria Harbour is the centrepiece of Hong Kong’s transport system and serves both cargo and passenger vessels.
  • The port is also an important centre for cruise ships, playing a significant role in tourism.
  1. Ocean Terminal:
  • Located in Tsim Sha Tsui district, Kowloon.
  • Ocean Terminal caters to international cruise ships and is an important point for tourists visiting Hong Kong.
  • It includes a shopping centre and other facilities for cruise ship passengers.
  1. Kai Tak Cruise Terminal:
  • Located on the site of the former Kai Tak Airport.
  • This modern terminal is designed to cater for large cruise ships and offers upscale facilities for travellers.
  • The terminal plays an important role in the development of tourism in Hong Kong.
  1. River Trade Terminal:
  • Located in Tuen Mun District, this terminal specialises in river cargo handling.
  • It serves traffic between Hong Kong and the rivers of the Pearl River Delta in mainland China.
  • The terminal plays an important role in regional logistics and trade.
  1. Tolo Harbour Oil Terminal:
  • Located in the Tolo Harbour area.
  • This terminal serves oil tankers and plays a key role in supplying Hong Kong with petroleum products.

Full list of official ports that exist in the region:

  • HONG KONG (UN/LOCODE: HKHKG, South China)
  • HONG KONG ANCH (South China)
  • LAMMA ISLAND (UN/LOCODE: HKLAM, South China)

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