Port of Kismaayo (SO KMU)
Somalia
Also known as: Chisimaio; Kisimayu
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| Port information | |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | SO KMU |
| Coordinates | -0.3667, 42.5500 (0°22′S 42°33′E) |
| Body of water | Indian Ocean |
| First port of entry | Yes |
| Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Harbor size | Very small |
| Harbor type | Coastal, breakwater |
| Shelter | Good |
| Tidal range | 2 m |
| Channel depth | 7.9 m |
| Anchorage depth | 7.9 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 7.9 m |
| Services | |
|---|---|
| Pilotage compulsory | Yes |
| Tug assistance | Yes |
| Quarantine / pratique | Yes |
| Repairs | Limited |
| Medical facilities | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Yes |
| Entrance restricted by ice | No |
| Entrance restricted by tide | No |
Facilities
Wharves
Anchorage
Supplies
Fresh water
Provisions
Ratings
Kismaayo operates as a working harbor in Somalia, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Very small harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Kismaayo. Draft at the approach to Kismaayo is constrained by a 7.9 m channel depth.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Kismaayo located?
- Kismaayo is a seaport in Somalia.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Kismaayo?
- The UN/LOCODE for Kismaayo is SO KMU.
- What is the channel depth at Kismaayo?
- The channel depth at Kismaayo is 7.9 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs
- Shanghai China 8982 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 6814 km
- Los Angeles USA 15802 km
- Mina Jabal Ali United Arab Emirates 3127 km
- Hamburg Germany 6708 km
- Santos Brazil 9877 km
- Durban South Africa 3499 km
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