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Port of Khark Island

IRKHK🇮🇷Iran

Port Location

About Port of Khark Island

Also known as: Eskeleh-ye Bist-o Do-e Bahman, Eskeleh-ye Bīst-o Do-e Bahman, asklh byst w dw bhmn, اسکله بیست و دو بهمن

Khark Island is a major Iranian oil export terminal situated in the Persian Gulf. It handles crude oil exports and provides significant oil storage capacity. The port accommodates various vessel types, including tankers, and features compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Kharg Island, also spelled Khark Island and often referred to as the "Forbidden Island", is a continental island of Iran in the Persian Gulf. The island is 25 kilometres (16 mi) off the coast of Iran and 660 kilometres (410 mi) northwest of the Strait of Hormuz. Administered by the adjacent coastal Bushehr Province, Kharg Island provides a sea port for the export of up to 90% of Iran's oil products, as well as supplying storage for up to 30 million barrels of oil.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
D

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
48465 →
GeoNames ID
11761679 →
Wikidata
Q913355 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
IRKHK
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Time Zone
UTC+3:30
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Arabian Gulf
Sub-area
Persian Gulf
Body of Water
Persian Gulf
Latitude
29.2398°
Longitude
50.3143°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Khark Island?+
The approach to Khark Island is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Khark Lighthouse at 1.6 NM to the S. Other aids include Jazīreh-ye Khārk (1.7 NM SSE), Kharku (6.3 NM NNE), Jazīreh-ye Khārkū (6.4 NM NNE), Bandar-e Kanaveh (21.4 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Khark Island on?+
The Port of Khark Island 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 Khark Island?+
You can track vessels near Khark Island (IRKHK) 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 IRKHK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Khark Island?+
The Port of Khark Island 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 Khark Island?+
KHARK (UN/Locode: IRKHK), Iran (Islamic Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 29.23977° N, 50.31430° E.
Where is the Port of Khark Island located?+
Coordinates: 29.23977° N, 50.31430° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BUSHEHR — UN/Locode: IRBUZ — 28.98370° N, 50.84142° ERAS BAHRGAN — UN/Locode: IRRBA — 29.94000° N, 50.16000° ESOROOSH — UN/Locode: IRCYT — 29.03333° N, 49.46667° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Khark Island?+
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 Khark Island?+
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 Khark Island?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.