Port of Skikda (DZSKI): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Skikda (UN/LOCODE DZSKI) is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 36.8833° N, 6.9167° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth near 17.1 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves, 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
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Small
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Algeria
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Skikda
Where is Port of Skikda located?
Port of Skikda is a seaport located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 36.8833° N, 6.9167° E.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Skikda?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Skikda is DZSKI — country code DZ, location code SKI.
How deep is Port of Skikda?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Skikda has a channel depth of about 15.5 m, an anchorage depth of about 17.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.
Does Port of Skikda require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Skikda.
What type of harbor is Port of Skikda?
Port of Skikda is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Skikda have?
Port of Skikda is recorded as offering wharves, anchorage facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Skikda are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45510), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →