Jordan

Port of Al Aqabah (JO AQJ)

Jordan
Also known as: Aqaba
Port of Al Aqabah, Jordan © Xavi Talleda · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE JO AQJ
Coordinates 29.5167, 35.0000 (29°31′N 35°00′E)
Region JO-AQ
Nearest city Al `Aqabah
Body of water Gulf of Aqaba; Red Sea; Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Open roadstead
Harbor use Cargo
Shelter Poor
Tidal range 1.2 m
Channel depth 23.2 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 15.5 m
Oil terminal depth 24 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 370 m × 50 m × 24 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 177.43

Located in Jordan, the port of Al Aqabah serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Al Aqabah has a Very small harbor of the Open roadstead type. Ships approaching Al Aqabah work with a channel depth of 23.2 m. Al `Aqabah is the nearest city to Al Aqabah, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Al Aqabah located?
Al Aqabah is a seaport in Jordan, near Al `Aqabah.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Al Aqabah?
The UN/LOCODE for Al Aqabah is JO AQJ.
What is the channel depth at Al Aqabah?
The channel depth at Al Aqabah is 23.2 m.
Nearby ports
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