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Port of La Skhirra

TNLSK🇹🇳Tunisia

Port Location

About Port of La Skhirra

Also known as: As Sukhayrah

Located on the Gulf of Gabes, La Skhirra is a Tunisian port established in 1968. It functions primarily as an oil terminal, handling tankers via pipelines from regional oilfields.

Background
Skhira is a coastal town in Sfax Governorate, central-eastern Tunisia. It is located at around 34°18′2″N 10°4′15″E. It lies on the coast of the Gulf of Gabes. It has a large oil terminal for pipelines coming from the Tunisian and Algerian oilfields. The old village grew in the late nineteenth century as the centre of the export trade in esparto grass, used in the manufacture of paper.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Drydock
U
Repair Code
N

History

Established
1968

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TNLSK
Country
🇹🇳Tunisia
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
34.2995°
Longitude
10.1168°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
45380 →
GeoNames ID
11281633 →
Wikidata
Q1365147 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of La Skhirra?+
The approach to La Skhirra is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Skhira Lighthouse at 1.2 NM to the WSW. Other aids include Gabès (24.3 NM S), Ra's Thyna (35.2 NM NE), RaS Thyna (35.2 NM NE), Bordj Djillidj (39.9 NM SE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of La Skhirra?+
The Port of La Skhirra is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of La Skhirra?+
You can track vessels near La Skhirra (TNLSK) 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 TNLSK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of La Skhirra?+
The Port of La Skhirra operates in the UTC+1 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 La Skhirra?+
SKHIRA (UN/Locode: TNLSK), Tunisia is a seaport located at approximately 34.29949° N, 10.11677° E.
Where is the Port of La Skhirra located?+
Coordinates: 34.29949° N, 10.11677° E. Nearby terminals/ports:GABES — UN/Locode: TNGAE — 33.90724° N, 10.10169° ESFAX — UN/Locode: TNSFA — 34.72800° N, 10.77885° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of La Skhirra?+
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 La Skhirra?+
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 La Skhirra?+
Vessel types historically calling: Tanker.