Port of AL FAW

IQFAW🇮🇶Iraq

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About Port of AL FAW

Also known as: Mashru` al Fawwar al Aysar, Mashrū‘ al Fawwār al Aysar, مشروع الفوار الايسر

Al Faw is a port under construction located on the northern tip of the Gulf of Basra, at the mouth of the Shatt al-Arab waterway. Its development aims to establish a major maritime gateway for Iraq.

Background
The Grand Faw Port is a port under construction located on the coast of Iraq, in proximity of the city of Al-Faw, on the northern tip of the Gulf of Basra.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
23m

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References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
6739252 →
Wikidata
Q4702392 →
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
IQFAW
Country
🇮🇶Iraq
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Arabian Gulf
Sub-area
Persian Gulf
Body of Water
Shatt al-Arab
Latitude
29.9884°
Longitude
48.4710°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of AL FAW?

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The approach to AL FAW is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jazirat Miskan Lighthouse at 32.2 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Jazirat Auhuh (36.7 NM S), Ra'S Al Ard (42.8 NM SSW), Al Shuwaykh Port Control (47.1 NM SW), Jazirat Umm An Naml (47.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of AL FAW on?

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The Port of AL FAW is situated on the Persian Gulf in IQ. 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 AL FAW?

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You can track vessels near AL FAW (IQFAW) 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 AL FAW?

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The Port of AL FAW is a port in IQ. Its UN/LOCODE is IQFAW — 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 IQFAW mean?

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The first two characters, IQ, are the ISO country code for IQ. 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 AL FAW?

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The Port of AL FAW operates in the UTC+3 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.