Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) (EGALY): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) (UN/LOCODE EGALY) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Egypt, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 31.1667° N, 29.8333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage 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 (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Egypt Mediterranean
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria)
Where is Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) located?
Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is a seaport located in Egypt, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 31.1667° N, 29.8333° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria)?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is EGALY — country code EG, location code ALY.
How deep is Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria)?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
Does Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria).
What type of harbor is Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria)?
Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) have?
Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Al Iskandariyh (Alexandria) are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45165), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →