Port of Bur Sa'id (EGPSD): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Bur Sa'id (UN/LOCODE EGPSD) is a large canal or lake harbor located in Egypt, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 31.2667° N, 32.3000° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth near 17.1 m, cargo pier depths around 12.5 m. Shelter afforded is rated excellent. 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
- Canal or Lake
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Excellent
- World Water Body
- Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Egypt Mediterranean
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bur Sa'id
Where is Port of Bur Sa'id located?
Port of Bur Sa'id is a seaport located in Egypt, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 31.2667° N, 32.3000° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bur Sa'id?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bur Sa'id is EGPSD — country code EG, location code PSD.
How deep is Port of Bur Sa'id?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bur Sa'id has a channel depth of about 14 m, an anchorage depth of about 17.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 12.5 m.
Does Port of Bur Sa'id require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bur Sa'id.
What type of harbor is Port of Bur Sa'id?
Port of Bur Sa'id is classified as a canal or lake harbor, of large size, offering excellent shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Bur Sa'id have?
Port of Bur Sa'id is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Bur Sa'id are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45140), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →