Port of Das Island

AEDAS🇦🇪United Arab Emirates

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This offshore port in the Persian Gulf serves as a major hub for the UAE's oil and gas industry. It handles tankers and gas carriers, with facilities supporting maximum drafts of approximately 24 meters.

Background
Das Island is an Emirati island in the Persian Gulf. It lies about 100 miles (160 km) north-west of the UAE mainland; Qatar is also close by. It covers approximately 0.75 miles (1.21 km) by 1.5 miles (2.4 km), and was almost rectangular in shape, but was significantly expanded to the south by artificial additions for a new runway and new accommodation in 2016.
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Max Draft
24m
Channel Depth
22ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
N
UN/LOCODE
AEDAS
Country
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates
Time Zone
UTC+4
Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair
Subdivision
AE-AZ
Area
Arabian Gulf
Sub-area
Persian Gulf
Latitude
25.1465°
Longitude
52.8910°
Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Das Island?

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The controlling depth at Das Island is 24 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Das Island?

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The approach to Das Island is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jazirat Qarnayn Lighthouse at 12.7 NM to the S. Other aids include Jazirat Zirkuh (18.5 NM SSE), Zirkuh Island (18.5 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Das Island on?

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The Port of Das Island is situated on the Persian Gulf in AE. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Das Island?

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You can track vessels near Das Island (AEDAS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Das Island?

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The Port of Das Island is a port in AE. Its UN/LOCODE is AEDAS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE AEDAS mean?

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The first two characters, AE, are the ISO country code for AE. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Das Island?

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The Port of Das Island operates in the UTC+4 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.

What is the Port of Das Island?

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DAS ISLAND (UN/Locode: AEDAS), United Arab Emirates (the) is a seaport located at approximately 25.14650° N, 52.89100° E.

Where is the Port of Das Island located?

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Coordinates: 25.14650° N, 52.89100° E. Nearby terminals/ports:ZIRKU — UN/Locode: AEZUR — 24.87291° N, 53.08971° EABU AL BUKHOOSH — UN/Locode: AEABU — 25.49348° N, 53.12690° EMIRFA — UN/Locode: AERFA — 25.47000° N, 53.48000° E

What facilities are available at the Port of Das Island?

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Depths: maximum draft approx. 24 m.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Das Island?

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Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.

What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Das Island?

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Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.

What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Das Island?

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Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.

Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Das Island?

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Ship suppliers include ADAMALLYS LLC, Adamallys Marine and MOUNT GLORY SHIP CHANDLERS LLC.