Port of Zouk

The approach to Zouk is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Beirut North Mole Lighthouse at 5.9 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Beirut (7.1 NM WSW), Beirut North Pier (7.1 NM WSW), Beirut (8.9 NM WSW), Beirut (9 NM WSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Zouk 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.

You can track vessels near Zouk (LBZUK) 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 LBZUK on the live map.

The Port of Zouk 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.

ZOUK (UN/Locode: LBZUK), Lebanon is a seaport located at approximately 33.97000° N, 35.63000° E.

Coordinates: 33.97000° N, 35.63000° E. Nearby terminals/ports:JOUNIEH — UN/Locode: LBQJN — 33.99000° N, 35.62000° EBEIRUT — UN/Locode: LBBEY — 33.90721° N, 35.52543° EAMCHIT — UN/Locode: LBACT — 34.14000° N, 35.63000° E

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

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.

Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.