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Port of Haifa

ILHFA🇮🇱Israel

Port Location

About Port of Haifa

This is Israel's largest port, situated on the Mediterranean Sea. It handles significant freight volume, including containerized and bulk cargo, and accommodates various vessel types. The port features a natural deep-water harbor with mobile and fixed cranes.

Background
The Port of Haifa is the largest of Israel's three major international seaports, the others being the Port of Ashdod, and the Port of Eilat. Its natural deep-water harbor operates all year long and serves both passenger and merchant ships. It is one of the largest ports in the eastern Mediterranean in terms of freight volume and handles about 30 million tons of cargo per year. The port employs over 1,000 people, rising to 5,000 when cruise ships dock in Haifa. The Port of Haifa lies north of Haifa's downtown quarter on the Mediterranean and stretches to some three kilometres along the city's central shore with activities ranging from military, industrial, and commercial next to a nowadays-smaller passenger cruising facility and Uri Michaeli Haifa International Airport.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13m
Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
B
Terminals
2

History

Established
2005

Terminals (2)

HAIFA BAYPORT TERMINAL

SIPG BAYPORT TERMINAL CO., LTD.

PO Box 10607, 2611702 Haifa, Israel

www.sipgbayport.com →

HAIFA PORT CO., LTD.

HAIFA PORT CO., LTD.

PO Box 33539, 3133401 Haifa, Israel

www.haifaport.co.il →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ILHFA
Country
🇮🇱Israel
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
IL-HA
Area
East Mediterranean
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
32.8332°
Longitude
35.0039°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
45080 →
GeoNames ID
13132096 →
Wikidata
Q1376739 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.haifaport.co.il →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Haifa?+
The controlling depth at Haifa is 13 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 Haifa?+
The approach to Haifa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Haifa Harbour Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Haifa-Port entrance (0.4 NM E), Haifa Harbour (0.5 NM SSE), Haifa Harbour (0.5 NM S), Haifa Main Breakwater old (0.5 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Haifa?+
The Port of Haifa is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. 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 Haifa?+
You can track vessels near Haifa (ILHFA) 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 ILHFA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Haifa?+
The Port of Haifa 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.
What is the Port of Haifa?+
HAIFA (UN/Locode: ILHFA), Israel is a seaport located at approximately 32.83316° N, 35.00391° E.
Where is the Port of Haifa located?+
Coordinates: 32.83316° N, 35.00391° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BINYAMINA-GIV'AT ADA — UN/Locode: ILBGV — 32.52000° N, 34.93000° EHADERA — UN/Locode: ILHAD — 32.47060° N, 34.87747° ETIBERIAS — UN/Locode: ILTIB — 32.80000° N, 35.53000° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Haifa?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 17.1m - 18.2m; cargo pier depth 12.5m - 13.7m and maximum draft approx. 13 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Haifa?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: restrictions present; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Haifa?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Haifa?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Special Craft, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.