Port of Aden (YEADE): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Aden (UN/LOCODE YEADE) is a medium coastal (natural) harbor located in Yemen, on the Gulf of Aden. It sits at 12.7833° N, 44.9500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14.7 m, an anchorage depth near 6 m, cargo pier depths around 16 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container 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
- Coastal (Natural)
- Harbor Size
- Medium
- Harbor Use
- Cargo
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Gulf of Aden; Indian Ocean
- Region
- Yemen Aden
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Aden
Where is Port of Aden located?
Port of Aden is a seaport located in Yemen, on the Gulf of Aden. Its coordinates are 12.7833° N, 44.9500° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Aden?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Aden is YEADE — country code YE, location code ADE.
How deep is Port of Aden?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Aden has a channel depth of about 14.7 m, an anchorage depth of about 6 m, cargo pier depths of about 16 m.
What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Aden?
Port of Aden reports a maximum draft of 14.7 m, a maximum length of 350 m for vessels calling at the port.
Does Port of Aden require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Aden.
What type of harbor is Port of Aden?
Port of Aden is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Aden have?
Port of Aden is recorded as offering anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk, oil terminal facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Aden are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48190), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →