SOKHNA PORT

Coordinate
longitude	32o 21.4′ E
latitude	27o 39′ N
Port Data
Port ID Number (ISPS Code)	219475
Approval Date	26/8/2009
Time Zone	GMT +2
VHF	12 16
UNCTAD Code	EGAIS
Natural Characteristics
Weather	Northern to North western winds.
Water Density	1.04 g/cm³
Raining Season	winter
Tidal range and flow	1.2 m. to 2.1 m.

DAMIETTA PORT

Port Description

It is the port of the century. It is considered one of the latest ports that were established by B.O.T system. It is managed via logistic centers. It is regarded as one of the huge national projects. It is also the result of a systematic planinig and an organized implementation of critical stage aims at placing Egypt on the international shipping map. It is considered the first comprehensive and multi purpose hub port. It is classified among "Third Generation ports" to serve export and import operations of general cargo, bulk and container handling. It is also equipped with the latest technology.

Location of the port

It is located on the western coast of Suez gulf, an area of 22.3 km² and at 43 km away from Suez city.

Port Specifications

Total Area	87.8 km² (87818000 m²)
Water Area	65.5 km² (65518000 m²)
Land Area	22.3 km² (2230000 m²)

Maximum Capacity 8.5 million ton/year

General Cargo 4.75 million tons /year
Containerized cargo 3.75 million tons /year
TEU Capacity : 400000 teus /year

Navigation Channels

Entrance channel of length 3650m. length, 250m. width and 17-18m. depth at the entrance of the turning circle diameter with 560 m. and 17 meters depth.

Pilotage

Pilotage is compulsory in the port

Pilots

Rank	Number of Pilots
Senior Pilot	1
First Pilot	1

Berths

Berths Information according to their types

Berth Type	Number of Berths	Length (m.)	Width (m.)	depth (m.)
Ro Ro	2	200	30	17
Bulk & General	1	750	30	17
Container	1	750	30	17
Tug Craft	1	200	-	5.5
Support units	1	100	-	5.5
Third dock	1	350	-	17
Total	7	2350	-	-

Port Services and Facilities

Services

The port uses an advanced electronic system in the customs and control to facilitate cargo release.
The port is provided with cameras for monitoring the yards, berths and fence. Sokhna port is the first port that applies the ISPS code.
The port has also a control tower with 40m height provided with the latest radars and communication eqipments

Bunkering and Supplies