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Port of Merca

SOMER🇸🇴Somalia

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About Port of Merca

Also known as: Afraad

Merca is a jetty class port located on the Somali Sea in southeastern Somalia. It features a harbor and a pier, serving as an official seaport for the region.

Background
The Port of Merca also known as Merca Port, is the official seaport of Merca, situated in southeastern Somalia. It is classified as a jetty class port. It has a harbour as well as a pier which juts into the Somali Sea.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
3ft
Elevation
70m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Unknown
Tug Assistance
No
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
U

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
47150 →
GeoNames ID
8044685 →
Wikidata
Q17027523 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
SOMER
Country
🇸🇴Somalia
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
CNL (Canal)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
East Africa
Latitude
1.7130°
Longitude
44.7704°

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Merca is supported by 2 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Merka Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Moqdishu (39 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Merca on?

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The Port of Merca 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 Merca?

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You can track vessels near Merca (SOMER) 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 SOMER on the live map.

Where is the Port of Merca?

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The Port of Merca is a port in SO. Its UN/LOCODE is SOMER — 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 SOMER 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 Merca?

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The Port of Merca 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.