It serves the city, province of Iloilo, and the entire island of Panay in the Western Visayas region of the Philippines.
Its opening to the world market on September 29, 1855, by Queen Isabella II of Spain,[5][6] revitalized the local economy following the decline of the textile industry.
[8] In 2024, International Container Terminal Services, Inc. (ICTSI) secured a 25-year concession deal to develop and manage the Iloilo Commercial Port Complex.
[3] The Port of Iloilo, considered the primary trading hub and commercial center for Western Visayas, stands out as one of the safest natural seaports in the Philippines.
Fiberglass-made ferries ply the Iloilo Strait to Guimaras throughout the day and offer special trips at night.