KH Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Cambodia uses the country prefix KH in UN/LOCODEs. The following three letters identify the location, producing codes such as KHSIH for Sihanoukville and KHPNH for Phnom Penh.
Seaports in Cambodia: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Cambodia has 8 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting coastal, river, and regional cargo flows through its principal maritime gateway at Sihanoukville.
Review Cambodia port codes, cargo roles, regional groupings, and indicative shipping lanes in one country-level reference.
Cambodia Port Overview
Cambodia’s maritime network combines the deep-water gateway at Sihanoukville with river and inland logistics locations. Ecer Freight indexed coverage is a port-directory measure and should not be confused with a national TEU ranking.
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Cambodia ports & terminals indexed in our database
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National seaborne cargo volume, 2025; YoY change not stated in a consolidated official series
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National container throughput, 2025; YoY change not stated in a consolidated official series
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National commercial berth count, 2025; YoY change not stated in a consolidated official series
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How many seaports does Cambodia have?
Cambodia has 8 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Cambodia port database as of November 2026.
What is Cambodia’s main maritime gateway?
Sihanoukville, listed under UN/LOCODE KHSIH, is Cambodia’s principal deep-water maritime gateway and the country’s most prominent container and general-cargo port.
Which areas handle Cambodia’s main cargo flows?
The principal cargo areas are the Sihanoukville coastal gateway, represented by KHSIH and KHKOS, and the Phnom Penh river-logistics cluster, represented by KHPNH and KHPPH.
Top Ports and Terminals in Cambodia
The table follows the activity order of the Ecer Freight Cambodia sample. Comparable 2025 port-by-port TEU, world-rank, and year-on-year figures are not consolidated for every indexed location; unavailable fields are therefore shown consistently as em dashes.
Cambodia port activity sample and 2025 public-data availability
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Sihanoukville | KHSIH | — | — | Sihanoukville coastal gateway |
| — | Phnom Penh | KHPNH | — | — | Phnom Penh river corridor |
| — | Phnom Penh | KHPPH | — | — | Phnom Penh river corridor |
| — | Kompong Som | KHKOS | — | — | Sihanoukville coastal gateway |
| — | Koh Kong | KHKKZ | — | — | Southwestern coastal region |
| — | Siem Reap | KHREP | — | — | Northwestern inland logistics |
Cambodia Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Sihanoukville Coastal Gateway
Sihanoukville is Cambodia’s principal maritime gateway, with deep-water and coastal facilities serving containerized cargo, project cargo, bulk movements, and regional feeder connections.
Ports and terminals in the Sihanoukville coastal gateway
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sihanoukville | KHSIH | Sihanoukville | Deep-water container, general cargo, and regional maritime gateway |
| Kompong Som | KHKOS | Sihanoukville City | Coastal cargo and port-service activity |
| Kompong Som | KHKPS | Sihanoukville | Local coastal and terminal logistics activity |
Phnom Penh River Corridor
Phnom Penh functions as a river-linked logistics center connecting Cambodia’s manufacturing and consumption markets with coastal gateways and cross-border inland transport networks.
Ports and terminals in the Phnom Penh river corridor
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Phnom Penh | KHPNH | Phnom Penh | River-linked container and inland distribution activity |
| Phnom Penh | KHPPH | Phnom Penh | Urban cargo handling and river logistics |
Southwestern Coastal Region
The southwestern coast supports local maritime access and cross-border supply chains, although port roles and operating conditions can vary by facility and season.
Ports and terminals in the southwestern coastal region
Northwestern Inland Logistics
Siem Reap is an inland logistics location in the indexed sample rather than a conventional deep-water seaport, and cargo normally requires onward road or multimodal movement to maritime gateways.
Inland logistics location in the indexed Cambodia sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Siem Reap | KHREP | Siem Reap | Inland cargo consolidation and regional distribution |
Cambodia Port Codes and UN/LOCODE Structure
City-Level and Terminal-Level Codes
A city-level code and a terminal-level or facility code may both appear in operational data. KHPNH and KHPPH illustrate why the exact code supplied by the carrier, terminal, or forwarder should be retained.
How to Verify a Cambodia Port Code
Cross-check the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE reference and compare it with the Ecer Freight port directory before preparing shipping instructions.
Shipping from Cambodia: Main Trade Lanes
Cambodia to Southeast Asia
Regional services connect Cambodia with major Southeast Asian gateways for manufacturing inputs, consumer goods, and transshipment cargo.
Cambodia to China
China-linked lanes support garments, footwear, machinery, raw materials, and general merchandise moving through direct or feeder networks.
Cambodia to Northeast Asia
Northeast Asian services generally carry apparel-related cargo, industrial materials, equipment, and consumer products on scheduled ocean networks.
Cambodia to Europe and North America
Long-haul exports typically move from Cambodia through regional transshipment hubs before continuing to European or North American markets.
Data Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party directory coverage of 8 Cambodia ports and terminals, data snapshot November 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code verification framework.
- Cambodia Ministry of Public Works and Transport — national transport and port-policy context; 2025 figures are used where publicly consolidated.
- Sihanoukville Autonomous Port — gateway and port-operations context for Sihanoukville.
- National Institute of Statistics of Cambodia — national statistical context and published trade indicators.
Frequently Asked Questions About Cambodia Ports
How many seaports does Cambodia have?
Cambodia has 8 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of November 2026. This is an indexed database count, not necessarily a count of every legally defined maritime facility.
What is the largest or busiest port in Cambodia?
Sihanoukville, UN/LOCODE KHSIH, is generally regarded as Cambodia’s principal and busiest maritime gateway. Actual rankings depend on the cargo category and reporting year.
What is the port code for Sihanoukville?
The Ecer Freight sample lists Sihanoukville as KHSIH. Other Sihanoukville-area entries include KHKOS and KHKPS, so the exact code should be matched to the named facility.
Which regions are important for Cambodia sea freight?
The Sihanoukville coastal gateway and Phnom Penh river corridor are the principal logistics areas. Koh Kong and Kampot provide additional southwestern coastal coverage, while Siem Reap is an inland logistics location.
How current are the Cambodia port figures?
The directory snapshot is from November 2026, while the most recent complete statistical reference year is 2025. Port schedules, capacity, and operating conditions remain subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.
How can shippers request a Cambodia sea-freight quote?
Shippers can compare indicative FCL sea-freight rates or LCL sea-freight rates. Final pricing depends on cargo details, equipment, routing, surcharges, and sailing availability.
Editorial note: Cambodia port codes and indexed locations are maintained from the Ecer Freight port database and reviewed against public transport, port-authority, statistical, and UN/LOCODE references. Directory data is updated as records change, while throughput and infrastructure indicators are reviewed against the latest complete public reporting cycle.
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