Port of Mombasa (KE MBA)
Kenya
Also known as: Mvita
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| 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
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
- Kilifi Kenya 53 km
- Malindi Kenya 108 km
- Tanga Tanzania 128 km
- Chake Chake Tanzania 132 km
- Zanzibar Tanzania 240 km
- Lamu Kenya 243 km
- Mjimwema Terminal Tanzania 308 km
- Dar Es Salaam Tanzania 309 km
Distance to major hubs
- Shanghai China 9472 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 7055 km
- Los Angeles USA 16005 km
- Mina Jabal Ali United Arab Emirates 3637 km
- Hamburg Germany 6982 km
- Santos Brazil 9417 km
- Durban South Africa 3009 km
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