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Port Sudan

SDPZU🇸🇩Sudan

Port Location

About Port Sudan

Port Sudan is Sudan's primary seaport on the Red Sea, handling 90% of the nation's international trade. It accommodates bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and general cargo vessels. The port features a coastal breakwater and medium-sized facilities with various cranes for lifting operations.

Background
Port Sudan is a major port city on the Red Sea in eastern Sudan, and the capital of Red Sea State. Port Sudan is Sudan's main seaport and the source of 90% of the country's international trade. The population of Port Sudan was estimated in the 2008 Census of Sudan to be 394,561 people.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
12.06m
Elevation
4m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
U
Terminals
1

History

Established
1905

Terminals

SOUTH PORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

SEA PORT CORPORATION

sudanports.gov.sd →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SDPZU
Country
🇸🇩Sudan
Time Zone
UTC+2
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
U

Region

Subdivision
SD-RS
Area
Red Sea
Latitude
19.6191°
Longitude
37.2162°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
47942 →
GeoNames ID
11886645 →
Wikidata
Q208718 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port Sudan?+
The controlling depth at Port Sudan is 12.06 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.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port Sudan?+
The approach to Port Sudan is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Bur Sudan Harbor Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the S. Other aids include Bur Sudan Inner Range Rear (0.6 NM ESE), Bur Sudan Harbor Range Front (0.7 NM SE), Bur Sudan (1.6 NM ESE), Damma Damma (2 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port Sudan on?+
The Port Sudan is situated on the Red Sea in SD. 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 Sudan?+
You can track vessels near Port Sudan (SDPZU) 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 SDPZU on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port Sudan?+
The Port Sudan 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.
What is the Port Sudan?+
PORT SUDAN (UN/Locode: SDPZU), Sudan (the) is a seaport located at approximately 19.61909° N, 37.21619° E.
Where is the Port Sudan located?+
Coordinates: 19.61909° N, 37.21619° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MARSA BASHAYER — UN/Locode: SDMBH — 19.39387° N, 37.32330° ESAWAKIN — UN/Locode: SDSSD — 19.13000° N, 37.35000° ESWAKIN — UN/Locode: SDSWA — 19.12000° N, 37.34000° E
What facilities are available at the Port Sudan?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and Mediterranean mooring. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 12.06 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port Sudan?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port Sudan?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port Sudan?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.