Port of Abadan

IRABD🇮🇷Iran

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About Port of Abadan

Also known as: Baraim Creek, Bereym Creek, Braim Creek, Nahr-e Barayem

This Iranian seaport is situated on the Shatt al-Arab waterway, near the border with Iraq. It handles general cargo and is equipped with mobile and floating cranes for lifting operations. The port features wharf loading/offloading facilities and a turning area.

Background
Abadan is a city in the Central District of Abadan County, Khuzestan province, Iran, serving as capital of both the county and the district. The city is in the southwest of the county. It lies on Abadan Island. The island is bounded in the west by the Arvand waterway and to the east by the Bahmanshir outlet of the Karun River, 53 kilometres (33 mi) from the Persian Gulf, near the Iran–Iraq border. Abadan is 140 km from the provincial capital city of Ahvaz.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
4.02m
Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
48430 →
GeoNames ID
141405 →
Wikidata
Q63049 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
abadan.ir →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
IRABD
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Time Zone
UTC+3:30
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
River natural
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Arabian Gulf
Sub-area
Persian Gulf
Body of Water
Shatt al-Arab
Latitude
30.3367°
Longitude
48.2704°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Abadan?

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The controlling depth at Abadan is 4.02 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.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Abadan on?

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The Port of Abadan is situated on the Persian Gulf in IR. 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 Abadan?

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You can track vessels near Abadan (IRABD) 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 Abadan?

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The Port of Abadan is a port in IR. Its UN/LOCODE is IRABD — 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 IRABD mean?

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The first two characters, IR, are the ISO country code for IR. 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 Abadan?

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The Port of Abadan operates in the UTC+3:30 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 Abadan?

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ABADAN (UN/Locode: IRABD), Iran (Islamic Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 30.33673° N, 48.27041° E.

Where is the Port of Abadan located?

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Coordinates: 30.33673° N, 48.27041° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KHORRAMSHAHR — UN/Locode: IRKHO — 30.43200° N, 48.18716° EABU FULUS — UN/Locode: IQALF — 30.45744° N, 48.02388° EKHOR AL ZUBAIR — UN/Locode: IQKAZ — 30.19381° N, 47.87670° E

What facilities are available at the Port of Abadan?

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Harbor type/size: River Natural and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 4.02 m.

What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Abadan?

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

What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Abadan?

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

What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Abadan?

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Vessel types historically calling: General Cargo.