Port of Baniyas (SYBAN): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Baniyas (UN/LOCODE SYBAN) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Syria, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 35.1883° N, 35.9433° E. The port reports an anchorage depth near 14 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes anchorage, liquid bulk, oil terminal 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
- Fair
- World Water Body
- Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Syria
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Baniyas
Where is Port of Baniyas located?
Port of Baniyas is a seaport located in Syria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 35.1883° N, 35.9433° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Baniyas?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Baniyas is SYBAN — country code SY, location code BAN.
How deep is Port of Baniyas?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Baniyas has an anchorage depth of about 14 m.
Does Port of Baniyas require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Baniyas.
What type of harbor is Port of Baniyas?
Port of Baniyas is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Baniyas have?
Port of Baniyas is recorded as offering anchorage, liquid bulk, oil terminal facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Baniyas are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45005), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →