Port of Ras Lanuf (LYRLA): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Ras Lanuf (UN/LOCODE LYRLA) is a very small open roadstead harbor located in Libya, on the Gulf of Sidra. It sits at 30.5167° N, 18.5667° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m. Shelter afforded is rated none. Cargo handling includes 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
- Open Roadstead
- Harbor Size
- Very Small
- Shelter Afforded
- None
- World Water Body
- Gulf of Sidra; Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Libya
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Ras Lanuf
Where is Port of Ras Lanuf located?
Port of Ras Lanuf is a seaport located in Libya, on the Gulf of Sidra. Its coordinates are 30.5167° N, 18.5667° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Ras Lanuf?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Ras Lanuf is LYRLA — country code LY, location code RLA.
How deep is Port of Ras Lanuf?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Ras Lanuf has a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m.
Does Port of Ras Lanuf require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Ras Lanuf.
What type of harbor is Port of Ras Lanuf?
Port of Ras Lanuf is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of very small size, offering none shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Ras Lanuf have?
Port of Ras Lanuf is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Ras Lanuf are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45296), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →