Egypt

Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) (EG ALY)

Egypt
Port information
UN/LOCODE EG ALY
Coordinates 31.1667, 29.8333 (31°10′N 29°50′E)
Region EG-ALX
Body of water Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 14 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 12.5 m
Oil terminal depth 9.4 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #299
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 362.86

Located in Egypt, the port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) has a Large harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) work with a channel depth of 14.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) located?
Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is a seaport in Egypt.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria)?
The UN/LOCODE for Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is EG ALY.
What is the channel depth at Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria)?
The channel depth at Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is 14 m.
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