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Port of Mina' al Fahl

OMMFH🇴🇲Oman

Port Location

About Port of Mina' al Fahl

Also known as: Miana al Fahl, Mina al Fahal, Mina' al Fahl, Mīnā’ al Fahl, Mīnā’ al Faḥl, Mīnā’ al Faḩl

This Omani port is a primary hub for the nation's petroleum industry. Crude oil and refined products are exported via subsea pipelines and Single Buoy Moorings (SBMs) to tankers. It is located on the northeastern coast of Oman, near Muscat.

Background
Mina' al Fahal is a coastal area in the northeast of Oman, near to the country's capital, Muscat. It was renamed from Saih al Maleh as the petroleum processing plant was developed. It is a key area for the country's petroleum operations. Petroleum Development Oman (PDO) is based at Mina al Fahal, and the Oman Refinery Company (ORC) has a 104,000 b/d oil refinery located here. Crude oil and refinery products are loaded onto tankers off Mina Al Fahal by subsea pipeline and SBM Systems. Two of the SBMs are owned by PDO for crude export and the third is owned by SOM.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
48255 →
GeoNames ID
288445 →
Wikidata
Q6862739 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.pdo.co.om →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
OMMFH
Country
🇴🇲Oman
Time Zone
UTC+4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
OM-MA
Area
Arabian Gulf
Sub-area
Oman Gulf
Latitude
23.6377°
Longitude
58.5083°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Mina' al Fahl?+
The approach to Mina' al Fahl is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jazīrat Al Fahl Lighthouse at 2.6 NM to the N. Other aids include Masqat (4.9 NM E), Daymaniyat (27.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Mina' al Fahl on?+
The Port of Mina' al Fahl is situated on the Arabian Sea in OM. 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 Mina' al Fahl?+
You can track vessels near Mina' al Fahl (OMMFH) 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 OMMFH on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Mina' al Fahl?+
The Port of Mina' al Fahl operates in the UTC+4 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.