Port of Muqdisho (SO MGQ)
UN/LOCODE
SO MGQ
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
11 m
Body of water
Indian Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Somalia
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Port information
- Also known as
- Mogadiscio; Mogadishu; Muqdisho
- Coordinates
- 2.0333, 45.3500 (2°02′N 45°21′E)On the map
Harbor
- Harbor type
- Coastal, breakwater
- Shelter
- Fair
- Tidal range
- 3 m
- Anchorage depth
- 12.5 m
- Cargo pier depth
- 9.4 m
- Oil terminal depth
- 11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes
Pilotage available: Yes
Tug assistance: Yes
Quarantine / pratique: Yes
Medical facilities: Yes
Nearest airport: Yes
Facilities
Anchorage
Container
Oil terminal
Cranes
Mobile crane
Lifts up to 24 t
Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil
Fresh water
Provisions
Ratings
#127
Container Port Performance Index (2025): #127
38.4
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 38.4
Muqdisho is a seaport on the coast of Somalia, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Large, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 11.0 m, a key limit on vessel draft.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Muqdisho located?
- Muqdisho is a seaport in Somalia.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Muqdisho?
- The UN/LOCODE for Muqdisho is SO MGQ.
- What is the channel depth at Muqdisho?
- The channel depth at Muqdisho is 11 m.
Distance to major hubs
- Shanghai China 8577 km
- Singapore Singapore 6504 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 6716 km
- Los Angeles USA 15686 km
- Mina Jabal Ali United Arab Emirates 2760 km
- Hamburg Germany 6582 km
- Santos Brazil 10270 km
- Durban South Africa 3859 km
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