Worldwide Seaports Directory
Search any country to explore seaports, container terminals, and UN/LOCODEs on an interactive map.
No ports found for France.
Track shipments through France
Use the directory to identify ports and airports, then track ocean containers with supported shipping lines. Free to start.
Major Global Container Seaports
Browse detailed port entity profiles with terminal facilities, UN/LOCODE codes, and serving shipping lines.
India • 5 terminals
India • 4 terminals
United States • 6 terminals
United States • 4 terminals
United States • 5 terminals
China • 4 terminals
China • 5 terminals
Singapore • 5 terminals
Netherlands • 5 terminals
Belgium • 5 terminals
Germany • 4 terminals
United Arab Emirates • 4 terminals
South Korea • 5 terminals
Browse Seaports by Country
Select a maritime trading nation to view all registered UN/LOCODE container ports.
Frequently asked questions
What is a UN/LOCODE for a seaport?
A UN/LOCODE is the United Nations Code for Trade and Transport Locations, a five-character code that uniquely identifies a seaport. The first two letters are the ISO country code and the last three identify the place, for example INNSA for Nhava Sheva in India or NLRTM for Rotterdam.
How do I find a seaport by country?
Use the country search box above and start typing a country name or its two-letter ISO code. The map and the list update instantly to show every seaport on record for that country, each with its UN/LOCODE reference.
What is the difference between a seaport and a container terminal?
A seaport is the overall harbour facility that a vessel calls at, while a container terminal is a dedicated area within that port where containers are loaded, discharged, and stacked. A single large seaport can contain several container terminals operated by different companies.
What is the largest container port in the world?
By container throughput, the Port of Shanghai in China is the busiest in the world, handling well over 47 million TEU a year, ahead of Singapore and Ningbo-Zhoushan. You can find these and thousands of other ports, with their UN/LOCODE references, on the interactive map above.
How do I find the nearest port to an inland location?
Use the country search to list every seaport in the relevant country, then use the interactive map to see which gateway sits closest to your inland origin or destination. Choosing the nearest suitable port can shorten inland haulage and reduce both cost and transit time.
Is the seaports directory free?
Yes. Browsing every seaport, viewing them on the interactive map, and looking up UN/LOCODE references is completely free and requires no sign-up. You only need an account to track live container shipments calling at these ports.