Kenya

Port of Mombasa (KE MBA)

Kenya
Also known as: Mvita
Port of Mombasa, Kenya © Andrew Thomas · CC BY-SA 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE KE MBA
Coordinates -4.0667, 39.6667 (4°04′S 39°40′E)
Nearest city Mombasa
Body of water Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, tide gates
Shelter Good
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 14 m
Anchorage depth 6.4 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 4.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Large
Marine railway (slipway) Large
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 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): #396
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 183.64

Mombasa is a seaport on the coast of Kenya, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Coastal, tide gates layout. The channel depth runs to 14.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Mombasa located?
Mombasa is a seaport in Kenya.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Mombasa?
The UN/LOCODE for Mombasa is KE MBA.
What is the channel depth at Mombasa?
The channel depth at Mombasa is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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