Port of Mina Saqr

The controlling depth at Mina Saqr is 11.05 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.

The approach to Mina Saqr is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dadnah Lighthouse at 31.4 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Jazireh-Ye Hengam (40.4 NM NNW), Didamar (40.5 NM NE), Jazīreh-ye Hengām (Hengam Island) South (40.6 NM NNW), Jazīreh-ye Tonb-e Bozorg (43.4 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Mina Saqr is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

You can track vessels near Mina Saqr (AEMSA) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for AEMSA on the live map.

The Port of Mina Saqr 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.

MINA SAQR (UN/Locode: AEMSA), United Arab Emirates (the) is a seaport located at approximately 25.96127° N, 56.05356° E.

Coordinates: 25.96127° N, 56.05356° E. Nearby terminals/ports:RAK MARITIME CITY — UN/Locode: AERMC — 25.95000° N, 56.06000° EHULAYLAH TERMINAL — UN/Locode: AEHTL — 25.98000° N, 55.93000° ERAK KHOR PORT — UN/Locode: AERKP — 25.82000° N, 55.95000° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 20.1m - 21.3m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 11.05 m.

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

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

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Pleasure Craft, Special Craft, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.

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