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Port of KISH

IRKIH🇮🇷Iran

Port Location

About Port of KISH

Kish Port is located in the Persian Gulf, Iran. It handles a variety of vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger craft. The port serves as a hub for bunkering and offshore operations.

Background
KISH is the first all-Chamorro music format FM station in Guam. It is owned and operated by Inter-Island Communications and is licensed to Hagåtña. The station signed on the air in May 2003.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Arabian Gulf
Sub-area
Persian Gulf
Body of Water
Persian Gulf
Latitude
26.5672°
Longitude
54.0068°

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q10851250 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
IRKIH
Country
🇮🇷Iran
Time Zone
UTC+3:30

Operations & Services

History

Established
2003

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of KISH?+
The approach to KISH is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jazīreh-ye Qeys Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the NE with a nominal range of 5 NM. Other aids include Kish Island (3.8 NM SSW), Jazīreh-ye Hendorabī (20.4 NM WNW), Forur) (31.3 NM ESE), Bostaneh (33.3 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of KISH?+
The Port of KISH is located within the Strait of Hormuz — the critical chokepoint for global oil transport from the Persian Gulf. 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 KISH?+
You can track vessels near KISH (IRKIH) 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 IRKIH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of KISH?+
The Port of KISH 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 KISH?+
KISH (UN/Locode: IRKIH), Iran (Islamic Republic of) is a seaport located at approximately 26.56719° N, 54.00676° E.
Where is the Port of KISH located?+
Coordinates: 26.56719° N, 54.00676° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LAVAN — UN/Locode: IRLVP — 26.80009° N, 53.36685° ESIRRI — UN/Locode: IRSXI — 25.89700° N, 54.55450° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of KISH?+
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 KISH?+
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 KISH?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.