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Port of El Maan

SOELM🇸🇴Somalia

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About Port of El Maan

Also known as: El Ma'an, El Maan, El Ma’an, Malable, Mallable

El Maan is a minor seaport located approximately 20 miles north of Mogadishu, Somalia. It serves as a coastal settlement handling general cargo.

Background
El Maan is a town in the south-central Banaadir region of Somalia. It is situated around 20 miles north of the capital Mogadishu. A coastal settlement, it has a minor seaport.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
1m

Region

Latitude
2.1667°
Longitude
45.6000°

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Type
Name
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SOELM
Country
🇸🇴Somalia
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
54392 →
Wikidata
Q16966963 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of El Maan?

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The approach to El Maan is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Moqdishu Lighthouse at 17.8 NM to the WSW. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of El Maan on?

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The Port of El Maan is situated on the Indian Ocean in SO. The area falls within the equatorial climate zone with warm waters year-round, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of El Maan?

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You can track vessels near El Maan (SOELM) 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 SOELM on the live map.

Where is the Port of El Maan?

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The Port of El Maan is a port in SO. Its UN/LOCODE is SOELM — 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 SOELM mean?

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The first two characters, SO, are the ISO country code for SO. 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 El Maan?

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The Port of El Maan 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.