2.1.3.24 Philippines - Mindanao Port of Malalag
Port Overview
The Malalag Port is along the south-west coastline of Malalag Bay, about 25 kilometres (16 mi) south of Digos and approximately 88 kilometres (55 mi) south of Davao City. It is more than 4 kilometres (2.5 mi) long and 1 kilometre (0.62 mi) wide. Port facilities include:
- 50m wharf
- One berth, 30m x 15m
- Controlling depth of 9m - 12m below MLLW
- Fendering system is of clustered timber files distributed equally alongside the wharf
- Tanks and pipelines for shipment of molasses
- Malalag Arrastre Porters and Stevedoring Multi-Purpose Coop (MAPOSTMUCO) are the cargo handling operators of general cargoes such as molasses, sugar, steel products, vehicle and heavy equipment.
Approach for Malalag Port is through the Malalag Bay. Ships can anchor at a depth of 21 fathoms free of hazardous underwater obstructions/currents and is notably sheltered from direct exposure to the open sea. Vessels entering the Malalag Port navigate through the south-west route of the Malalag Bay which is a tributary of the larger Davao Gulf waters.
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Ships serving the Malalag Port |
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Vessel |
GRT |
LOA |
Route |
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M/T Ocean Queen Nine |
1058 |
68.14 |
Manila-Malalag-Batangas |
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M/T Alvin |
164.88 |
39 |
Manila-Malalag-Batangas |
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M/V Grand Pacific III |
498.27 |
67.37 |
Davao-Malalag-Manila |
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LCT Nicia |
483.25 |
68 |
Ormoc-Malalag-Davao |
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LCT Jaime Ongpin |
497.54 |
61.4 |
Davao-Malalag-Iloilo |
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LCT Filipino |
857.94 |
65.39 |
Iloilo-Malalag-Cebu |
This port was rehabilitated and completed last December 2019. The types of vessels that usually docks in this port are LCTs & M/T (tankers).
Key port information can also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
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Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Philippines |
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Province or District |
Malalag, Davao Del Sur |
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Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Digos City (25 km) |
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Port's Complete Name |
Malalag Port |
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Latitude |
6.5960 |
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Longitude |
125.3990 |
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Managing Company or Port Authority |
Philippine Ports Authority |
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Management Contact Person |
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Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Davao International Airport Philippine Airlines, Cebu Pacific, Silk Air, Air Asia |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.3 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
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SEASONAL CONSTRAINTS |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
No |
N/A |
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Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
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Other Comments |
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Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: (https://www.ppa.com.ph/sites/default/files/citizen_charter_docs/ARTA-PMO_Davao.pdf)
Port Handling Equipment
Malalag Arrastre Porters and Stevedoring Multi-Purpose Coop (MAPOSTMUCO) are the cargo handling operators of general cargoes.
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in the Philippines, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.