Côte d`Ivoire

Port of Abidjan (CI ABJ)

Côte d`Ivoire
Port of Abidjan, Côte d`Ivoire © Romain Seaf · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE CI ABJ
Coordinates 5.2500, -4.0167 (5°15′N 4°01′W)
Region CI-AB
Nearest city Abidjan
Body of water North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Canal or lake
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 13.5 m
Anchorage depth 40 m
Cargo pier depth 12.5 m
Oil terminal depth 30 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 280 m × 9.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #381
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 337.64

Abidjan is a seaport on the coast of Côte d`Ivoire, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Canal or lake layout. The channel depth runs to 13.5 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Abidjan located?
Abidjan is a seaport in Côte d`Ivoire.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Abidjan?
The UN/LOCODE for Abidjan is CI ABJ.
What is the channel depth at Abidjan?
The channel depth at Abidjan is 13.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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