Port of Yanbu commercial city

The controlling depth at Yanbu commercial city is 12 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.

The approach to Yanbu commercial city is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Shi'b ash-Sharm Lighthouse at 11.5 NM to the W. Other aids include Yanbu South (40.9 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Yanbu commercial 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.

You can track vessels near Yanbu commercial city (SAYNB) 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 SAYNB on the live map.

The Port of Yanbu commercial 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.

YANBU (UN/Locode: SAYNB), Saudi Arabia is a seaport located at approximately 24.06650° N, 38.06750° E.

Coordinates: 24.06650° N, 38.06750° E. Nearby terminals/ports:YANBU INDUSTRIAL — UN/Locode: SAYBI — 23.94900° N, 38.23750° EAL MUAJJIZ — UN/Locode: SAAMU — 23.80404° N, 38.40669° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and turning area. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m; oil terminal depth 23.2m - OVER and maximum draft approx. 12 m.

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

Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.

Ship suppliers include Adamallys Marine.