Port of Bushehr (IRBUZ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Bushehr (UN/LOCODE IRBUZ) is a medium coastal (natural) harbor located in Iran, on the Persian Gulf. It sits at 28.9833° N, 50.8333° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth near 12.5 m, cargo pier depths around 7.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.

Country
Iran
UN/LOCODE
IRBUZ
Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Coordinates
28.9833° N, 50.8333° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
6.4 m
Anchorage Depth
12.5 m
Cargo Pier Depth
7.9 m
Tidal Range
1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
6.4 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Natural)
Harbor Size
Medium
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
Persian Gulf; Indian Ocean
Region
Iran

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
Wharves

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Port of Bushehr (IRBUZ)
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Distance
30 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Bushehr

Where is Port of Bushehr located?

Port of Bushehr is a seaport located in Iran, on the Persian Gulf. Its coordinates are 28.9833° N, 50.8333° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bushehr?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Bushehr is IRBUZ — country code IR, location code BUZ.

How deep is Port of Bushehr?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Bushehr has a channel depth of about 6.4 m, an anchorage depth of about 12.5 m, cargo pier depths of about 7.9 m.

Does Port of Bushehr require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Bushehr.

What type of harbor is Port of Bushehr?

Port of Bushehr is classified as a coastal (natural) harbor, of medium size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Bushehr have?

Port of Bushehr is recorded as offering wharves facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Bushehr are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48470), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →