Port of Qapco

QAQAP🇶🇦Qatar

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About Port of Qapco

This port is a sheltered, small harbor in Qatar. It serves industrial purposes, with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
2ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
48287 →
Wikidata
Q38251172 →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
QAQAP
Country
🇶🇦Qatar
Time Zone
UTC+3

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
QA-US
Latitude
24.9167°
Longitude
51.5667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Qapco?

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The approach to Qapco is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Yasat Ali Lighthouse at 40.7 NM to the SE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Qapco on?

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The Port of Qapco is situated on the Persian Gulf in QA. 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 Qapco?

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You can track vessels near Qapco (QAQAP) 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 Qapco?

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The Port of Qapco is a port in QA. Its UN/LOCODE is QAQAP — 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 QAQAP mean?

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The first two characters, QA, are the ISO country code for QA. 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 Qapco?

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The Port of Qapco operates in the UTC+3 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.