Port of Mina Qabus (OMSTQ): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Mina Qabus (UN/LOCODE OMSTQ) is a very small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Oman, on the Gulf of Oman. It sits at 23.6333° N, 58.5833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 13 m, an anchorage depth near 41 m, cargo pier depths around 4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk facilities.

Country
Oman
UN/LOCODE
OMSTQ
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
23.6333° N, 58.5833° 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
13 m
Anchorage Depth
41 m
Cargo Pier Depth
4 m
Max Vessel Draft
13 m
Max Vessel Length
300 m
Tidal Range
3.1 m
Oil Terminal Depth
13 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Harbor Use
Cargo
Shelter Afforded
Good
World Water Body
Gulf of Oman; Indian Ocean
Region
Oman

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterYes / Yes
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Unknown
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockLimited / Unknown
Ice RestrictionNo
WharvesAnchorageRo-RoSolid BulkLiquid BulkContainerBreakbulk

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Port of Mina Qabus (OMSTQ)
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Distance
4 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Mina Qabus

Where is Port of Mina Qabus located?

Port of Mina Qabus is a seaport located in Oman, on the Gulf of Oman. Its coordinates are 23.6333° N, 58.5833° E.

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Mina Qabus?

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Mina Qabus is OMSTQ — country code OM, location code STQ.

How deep is Port of Mina Qabus?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Mina Qabus has a channel depth of about 13 m, an anchorage depth of about 41 m, cargo pier depths of about 4 m.

What is the largest vessel that can call at Port of Mina Qabus?

Port of Mina Qabus reports a maximum draft of 13 m, a maximum length of 300 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Mina Qabus require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Mina Qabus.

What type of harbor is Port of Mina Qabus?

Port of Mina Qabus is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of very small size, offering good shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Mina Qabus have?

Port of Mina Qabus is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage, ro-ro, solid bulk, liquid bulk, container, breakbulk facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Mina Qabus are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48250), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →