Port of Mina Saqr (AEMSA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Mina Saqr (UN/LOCODE AEMSA) is a very small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in United Arab Emirates, on the Persian Gulf. It sits at 25.9833° N, 56.0500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 12.2 m, an anchorage depth near 20.1 m, cargo pier depths around 18 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair.

Country
United Arab Emirates
UN/LOCODE
AEMSA
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
25.9833° N, 56.0500° 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
12.2 m
Anchorage Depth
20.1 m
Cargo Pier Depth
18 m
Max Vessel Draft
12.2 m
Max Vessel Length
300 m
Tidal Range
2.3 m
Oil Terminal Depth
12.2 m
Entrance Width
180 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Very Small
Harbor Use
Cargo
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
Persian Gulf; Indian Ocean
Region
United Arab Emirates

Services & Restrictions

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

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Port of Mina Saqr (AEMSA)
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Distance
6 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Mina Saqr

Where is Port of Mina Saqr located?

Port of Mina Saqr is a seaport located in United Arab Emirates, on the Persian Gulf. Its coordinates are 25.9833° N, 56.0500° E.

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

The UN/LOCODE for Port of Mina Saqr is AEMSA — country code AE, location code MSA.

How deep is Port of Mina Saqr?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Mina Saqr has a channel depth of about 12.2 m, an anchorage depth of about 20.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 18 m.

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

Port of Mina Saqr reports a maximum draft of 12.2 m, a maximum length of 300 m, a maximum beam of 50 m for vessels calling at the port.

Does Port of Mina Saqr require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Mina Saqr.

What type of harbor is Port of Mina Saqr?

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

About this data

Specifications for Port of Mina Saqr are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48264), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →