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Port of Rak Maritime City

AERMC🇦🇪United Arab Emirates

Port Location

About Port of Rak Maritime City

Also known as: Mina Saqr Harbour, Mina' Saqr, Mīnā’ Şaqr, Port Saqr

Rak Maritime City is a seaport in the United Arab Emirates. It handles general cargo and tugs, with harbor craft also calling at the port.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
AE-RK
Latitude
25.9500°
Longitude
56.0500°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
AERMC
Country
🇦🇪United Arab Emirates
Time Zone
UTC+4
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
290905 →
Wikidata
Q21737947 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Rak Maritime City?+
The approach to Rak Maritime City is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Dadnah Lighthouse at 30.9 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Jazireh-Ye Hengam (41 NM NNW), Didamar (41.2 NM NE), Jazīreh-ye Hengām (Hengam Island) South (41.2 NM NNW), Jazīreh-ye Tonb-e Bozorg (43.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Rak Maritime City?+
The Port of Rak Maritime City 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.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Rak Maritime City?+
You can track vessels near Rak Maritime City (AERMC) 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 AERMC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Rak Maritime City?+
The Port of Rak Maritime City 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 Rak Maritime City?+
RAK MARITIME CITY (UN/Locode: AERMC), United Arab Emirates (the) is a seaport located at approximately 25.95000° N, 56.06000° E.
Where is the Port of Rak Maritime City located?+
Coordinates: 25.95000° N, 56.06000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MINA SAQR — UN/Locode: AEMSA — 25.96127° N, 56.05356° EHULAYLAH TERMINAL — UN/Locode: AEHTL — 25.98000° N, 55.93000° ERAK KHOR PORT — UN/Locode: AERKP — 25.82000° N, 55.95000° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Rak Maritime City?+
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 Rak Maritime City?+
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 Rak Maritime City?+
Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo and Tugs Harbor Craft.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Rak Maritime City?+
Ship suppliers include Adamallys Marine and MOUNT GLORY SHIP CHANDLERS LLC.