Port of Abadan (IRABD): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Abadan (UN/LOCODE IRABD) is a medium river (natural) harbor located in Iran, on the Persian Gulf. It sits at 30.3333° N, 48.2833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth near 9.4 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- River (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Persian Gulf; Indian Ocean
- Region
- Iran
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Abadan
Where is Port of Abadan located?
Port of Abadan is a seaport located in Iran, on the Persian Gulf. Its coordinates are 30.3333° N, 48.2833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Abadan?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Abadan is IRABD — country code IR, location code ABD.
How deep is Port of Abadan?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Abadan has a channel depth of about 9.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 9.4 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Abadan require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Abadan.
What type of harbor is Port of Abadan?
Port of Abadan is classified as a river (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Abadan have?
Port of Abadan is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Abadan are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48430), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →