Da Nang, Vietnam

Port Overview

Da Nang is Vietnam’s largest city by area and the leading port city in central Vietnam, located on the country’s central coast at the mouth of the Han River. Following its merger with Quang Nam, Da Nang covers nearly 11,860 sq km and ranks as the fourth most populous city. Its strategic location makes it a vital transport and logistics hub, connecting northern and southern Vietnam and serving as a gateway to the East–West Economic Corridor. The port handles approximately 1.1 million TEU annually, supporting both regional trade and industrial growth.

Facilities & Infrastructure

Da Nang Port's primary facility is Tien Sa Port, featuring nearly 1,200 meters of berths with a 480-meter wharf capacity. The port accommodates cargo vessels up to 70,000 DWT, container ships up to 4,000 TEUs, and cruise ships up to 362 meters long. It operates as a major container shipping facility equipped with modern loading and unloading equipment and warehouse infrastructure. The Han River Port serves smaller vessels closer to downtown, while the port functions as the terminus of the East-West Economic Corridor connecting Myanmar, Thailand, Laos, and Vietnam.

Container Terminals

Da Nang, a key central Vietnam port, currently operates two main container terminals: Tiên Sa and Sông Hàn. Tiên Sa has five berths and handles over 4.5 million tons annually, while Sông Hàn’s five berths manage over 1 million tons. Both terminals use conventional cargo handling with limited automation. The major operator is Da Nang Port Authority. A major expansion is underway with the Lien Chieu project, which will add eight modern, highly automated berths capable of handling up to 18,000 TEU ships and 5.7 million TEUs annually once completed.

Port Services

Da Nang Port offers the following main services:

• Container Handling: Efficient handling of container ships.
• Cargo Operations: Handling of diverse cargo types, including bulk commodities.
• Ship Services: Support for various vessel types, including cruise ships.
• Warehousing: Secure storage facilities for cargo.
• Customs: Streamlined customs procedures for imports and exports.

Global Connectivity

Da Nang Port serves as a strategic maritime gateway in Central Vietnam, connecting the region to major global markets through direct shipping lines to the US and EU. The port links Vietnam with neighboring ASEAN countries including Laos, Thailand, Myanmar, and Cambodia via the East-West Economic Corridor. Major carriers operating from Da Nang include Evergreen, SITC, Wan Hai, Yang Ming, Maersk, and COSCO, providing regular connections to international trade routes. The port integrates with nearby facilities at Chan May, Chu Lai, Dung Quat, and Quy Nhon, strengthening Central Vietnam's position in regional logistics networks.

Port Statistics

Da Nang Port Key Statistics

• TEU Throughput (2024): 762,191 TEUs, exceeding annual targets and showing steady growth.
• World Ranking: Not among Vietnam’s top 5 container ports by throughput; primarily serves Central Vietnam as a regional hub.
• Number of Berths: Current port infrastructure details are not specified in available data; the new Lien Chieu project will feature 8 berths (2,750m total quay length) once completed.
• Area: The new Lien Chieu Port will cover approximately 172.6 hectares (land and water).
• Shipping Lines: Major international and regional carriers call at Da Nang, but specific line counts are not publicly detailed; the port is a key node for Central Vietnam’s trade.
• Future Capacity: Lien Chieu Port (under development) aims for 5.7 million TEUs/year at full build-out, positioning Da Nang as a future transshipment hub for larger vessels (up to 18,000 TEU).

Da Nang remains central to regional logistics, with significant expansion underway to boost capacity and modernize operations.