Port of Ras Shukhier (EGRSH): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Ras Shukhier (UN/LOCODE EGRSH) is a medium open roadstead harbor located in Egypt, on the Gulf of Suez. It sits at 28.1333° N, 33.2833° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth near 23.2 m, cargo pier depths around 4.9 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. 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
- Medium
- Shelter Afforded
- Fair
- World Water Body
- Gulf of Suez; Red Sea; Indian Ocean
- Region
- Egypt Red Sea
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Ras Shukhier
Where is Port of Ras Shukhier located?
Port of Ras Shukhier is a seaport located in Egypt, on the Gulf of Suez. Its coordinates are 28.1333° N, 33.2833° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Ras Shukhier?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Ras Shukhier is EGRSH — country code EG, location code RSH.
How deep is Port of Ras Shukhier?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Ras Shukhier has a channel depth of about 11 m, an anchorage depth of about 23.2 m, cargo pier depths of about 4.9 m.
Does Port of Ras Shukhier require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Ras Shukhier.
What type of harbor is Port of Ras Shukhier?
Port of Ras Shukhier is classified as a open roadstead harbor, of medium size, offering fair shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Ras Shukhier have?
Port of Ras Shukhier is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Ras Shukhier are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #48015), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →