Port Ghalib

EGGLB🇪🇬Egypt

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About Port Ghalib

Also known as: Marsa Shawni, Marsa Shuni, Marsa Shûni, Marsá Shawnī, Marsá Shūnī, Mersa Shuna

Port Ghalib is an anchorage located on Egypt's Red Sea coast. It serves as a hub for leisure craft and dive tourism in the region.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Subdivision
EG-BA
Latitude
25.5333°
Longitude
34.6333°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
EGGLB
Country
🇪🇬Egypt
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
349286 →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port Ghalib?

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The approach to Port Ghalib is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Al Ikhwān Lighthouse at 48.2 NM to the NNE with a nominal range of 17 NM. Other aids include Akhaween (48.5 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port Ghalib on?

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The Port Ghalib is situated on the Red Sea in EG. 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 Ghalib?

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You can track vessels near Port Ghalib (EGGLB) 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 Ghalib?

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The Port Ghalib is a port in EG. Its UN/LOCODE is EGGLB — 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 EGGLB mean?

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The first two characters, EG, are the ISO country code for EG. 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 Ghalib?

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The Port Ghalib operates in the UTC+2 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.