SB Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
Solomon Islands uses the country prefix SB. A full UN/LOCODE combines SB with a three-character location designator, such as SBHON for Honiara and SBNOR for Noro.
Seaports in Solomon Islands: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Solomon Islands has 14 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting regional cargo, domestic island connectivity and Pacific trade flows centered on Honiara.
Review verified UN/LOCODE references, indexed port coverage, regional cargo roles and indicative shipping lanes for Solomon Islands.
Solomon Islands Port Overview
Solomon Islands is an island-state market where Honiara provides the principal international gateway, while regional ports and anchorages support forestry, fisheries, general cargo, project shipments and inter-island distribution. Indexed coverage is a database measure and is separate from any global port throughput ranking.
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Solomon Islands ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National seaborne cargo tonnage, 2025; YoY change not publicly reported
SINSO 2025
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National container throughput in TEU, 2025; YoY change not publicly reported
SINSO 2025
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Commercial berth count, 2025; YoY change not publicly reported
Government port information 2025
How many seaports does Solomon Islands have?
Solomon Islands has 14 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot. This indexed total is not a national statutory port-count estimate.
What is the main port in Solomon Islands?
Honiara is the principal international cargo gateway represented in the database by UN/LOCODE SBHON. Honiara generally handles the broadest mix of containerized, breakbulk and general cargo activity.
Which areas handle the main cargo flows?
The principal cargo flow is centered on Honiara and Guadalcanal, with Noro (SBNOR) serving Western Province activity and Gizo (SBGIZ) supporting regional Western Province connectivity.
Top Ports in Solomon Islands
The table below presents the leading indexed port and terminal entries by local business relevance. Solomon Islands does not have a consistently published national league table with comparable 2025 TEU figures for these facilities, so rank, throughput and YoY fields remain unreported rather than estimated.
Indexed cargo and port entries, reviewed against the Nov 2026 database snapshot
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Honiara | SBHON | — | — | Guadalcanal |
| — | Honiara | SBHIR | — | — | Guadalcanal |
| — | Noro | SBNOR | — | — | Western Province |
| — | Gizo | SBGIZ | — | — | Western Province |
| — | Shortland Harbour | SBSHH | — | — | Western Province |
| — | Ringi Cove | SBRGC | — | — | Western Province |
Solomon Islands Port Regions
Guadalcanal and Honiara
Honiara is the principal urban and cargo gateway, while nearby Guadalcanal entries reflect local harbor and coastal access points.
Ports and terminals indexed in the Guadalcanal cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Honiara | SBHON | Honiara / — | Primary international gateway and general cargo |
| Honiara | SBHIR | Honiara / — | City-level port and terminal reference |
| Viru Harbour | SBVIU | Viru Harbour / — | Coastal and regional cargo access |
| Allardyce Harbour | SBALH | Allardyce Harbour / — | Harbour and project-cargo access |
Western Province
Western Province has an important island and coastal distribution role, with Noro and Gizo among the most visible regional cargo locations.
Ports and terminals indexed in the Western Province cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Noro | SBNOR | Noro / — | Regional commercial, fisheries and general cargo |
| Gizo | SBGIZ | Gizo / — | Western Province distribution and coastal cargo |
| Shortland Harbour | SBSHH | Shortland Harbour / — | Island and coastal supply movements |
| Ringi Cove | SBRGC | Ringi Cove / — | Local coastal and resource-linked cargo |
| Gizo | SBGZO | Gizo / — | Alternative Gizo port reference |
| Shortland Island | SBSLI | Western / — | Island-level location reference |
Choiseul and Isabel
The northern and northwestern island areas rely on smaller coastal locations for local supply, fisheries and inter-island connections.
Ports and terminals indexed in the Choiseul and Isabel cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Choiseul Bay | SBCHY | Choiseul Bay / — | Local coastal supply and island cargo |
| Yandina | SBYAN | Yandina / — | Regional and resource-linked cargo access |
Central and Eastern Islands
Tulagi and Santa Cruz Is represent additional island locations that may be relevant for domestic distribution, project shipments and local maritime services.
Ports and terminals indexed in the Central and Eastern Islands cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Santa Cruz Is | SBSCZ | Santa Cruz Is / — | Eastern island supply and coastal cargo |
| Tulagi | SBTUL | Tulagi / — | Central island and domestic maritime access |
Solomon Islands Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
UN/LOCODE references provide standardized location identifiers for shipping documents, booking instructions, customs records and transport data exchange.
City-Level and Terminal-Level References
A city-level code and a terminal or harbor reference may appear separately in commercial systems. The correct selection depends on the actual place of loading, discharge, documentation and carrier booking.
How to Verify a Port Code
Compare the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE framework and the Ecer Freight port directory. Carrier booking systems should also be checked before issuing shipping instructions.
Shipping from Solomon Islands: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times are indicative planning ranges only. Actual schedules depend on transshipment, vessel rotation, port calls, equipment availability, weather and carrier confirmation.
Solomon Islands to Australia
A practical regional lane for general cargo, consumer goods, project cargo and replenishment shipments moving between Honiara and Australian gateways.
Solomon Islands to New Zealand
New Zealand services generally connect through regional hubs and are used for commercial cargo, equipment and consolidated shipments.
Solomon Islands to Fiji and the Pacific
Pacific regional services support island distribution and may use Fiji as a transshipment or consolidation point.
Solomon Islands to East Asia
East Asian cargo normally moves through one or more regional hubs, with routing selected according to carrier coverage, equipment and final destination.
Port Data Methodology and Sources
The page separates first-party indexed coverage from official national statistics and international port rankings. Figures that are not consistently published for Solomon Islands are shown as unavailable rather than inferred.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party directory containing 14 Solomon Islands port and terminal entries in the Nov 2026 snapshot.
- UNECE — reference framework for UN/LOCODE country and location identifiers.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — navigational and maritime reference information used for location cross-checking.
- World Bank — broader transport and logistics context; not used to create a Solomon Islands port-specific TEU estimate.
- Solomon Islands government statistical and maritime publications — consulted for national cargo, container and berth indicators where a comparable 2025 public series is available.
Frequently Asked Questions About Solomon Islands Ports
How many seaports does Solomon Islands have?
Solomon Islands has 14 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The figure describes indexed coverage and should not be treated as a statutory national port count.
What is the busiest port in Solomon Islands?
Honiara, represented by SBHON in the indexed data, is generally regarded as the principal international cargo gateway. A comparable public 2025 TEU ranking for Solomon Islands facilities is not consistently available.
What is the UN/LOCODE prefix for Solomon Islands?
The country prefix is SB. Sample location codes include SBHON for Honiara, SBNOR for Noro and SBGIZ for Gizo.
Which regions are covered by Solomon Islands port entries?
The indexed entries cover Honiara and Guadalcanal, Western Province, Choiseul and Isabel areas, and Central and Eastern island locations including Tulagi and Santa Cruz Is.
Are Solomon Islands port throughput figures available for 2025?
A consistent public facility-level 2025 TEU series and national berth series was not identified for the indexed locations. For that reason, the overview and top-port table do not substitute estimates for verified figures.
How should a shipper choose a Solomon Islands port code?
The code should match the actual loading or discharge location shown in the carrier booking and transport documents. Verify the selected SB code in the Ecer Freight directory, the UNECE framework and the carrier system before submission.
How can shipping rates to or from Solomon Islands be requested?
Shippers can compare indicative FCL and LCL options through the relevant Ecer Freight quote pages. Final rates, routing, equipment and transit time remain subject to cargo details and carrier confirmation.
Editorial note: Port codes and indexed coverage are maintained from the Ecer Freight ports database and reviewed against available UN/LOCODE, navigational and public statistical references. Trade lanes and transit times are indicative planning information, while throughput and berth indicators are updated when reliable official data becomes available. The page was prepared for the 2026 data snapshot and is reviewed quarterly.
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