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Port of King Abdullah City

SAKAC🇸🇦Saudi Arabia

Port Location

About Port of King Abdullah City

This Saudi Arabian seaport on the Red Sea handles bulk carriers, container ships, general cargo, and Ro-Ro vessels. It is situated north of Jeddah, serving as a key maritime gateway for the region.

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Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
SA-02
Area
Red Sea
Body of Water
Red Sea
Latitude
22.5248°
Longitude
39.0942°

Terminals

KING ABDULLAH NATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (NCT)

KING ABDULLAH PORT

www.kingabdullahport.com.sa →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SAKAC
Country
🇸🇦Saudi Arabia
Time Zone
UTC+3

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

Wikidata
Q42341603 →
Official Site
www.kingabdullahport.com.sa →

Nearby Vessels

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Frequently Asked Questions

What sea or ocean is the Port of King Abdullah City on?+
The Port of King Abdullah City is situated on the Red Sea in SA. 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 King Abdullah City?+
You can track vessels near King Abdullah City (SAKAC) 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 SAKAC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of King Abdullah City?+
The Port of King Abdullah City 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.
What is the Port of King Abdullah City?+
KING ABDULLAH (UN/Locode: SAKAC), Saudi Arabia is a seaport located at approximately 22.52477° N, 39.09416° E.
Where is the Port of King Abdullah City located?+
Coordinates: 22.52477° N, 39.09416° E. Nearby terminals/ports:RABIGH — UN/Locode: SARAB — 22.72950° N, 38.97729° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of King Abdullah City?+
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 King Abdullah City?+
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 King Abdullah City?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo and Ro Ro.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of King Abdullah City?+
Ship suppliers include Adamallys Marine.