Port of Little Aden

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About Port of Little Aden

Also known as: Pilot's Pier, Pilot’s Pier

Little Aden is a pier located on the north coast of the Gulf of Aden in Yemen. Its strategic position near the eastern approach to the Red Sea makes it a significant maritime point.

Background
Aden is an ancient port city in the southern part of the Arabian peninsula, on the north coast of the Gulf of Aden, positioned near the eastern approach to the Red Sea, and has been the de facto capital of Yemen since 2014. It is approximately 170 km (110 mi) east of the Bab-el-Mandeb strait. With its strategic location on the coastline, Aden serves as a gateway between the Red Sea and the Arabian Sea, making it a crucial maritime hub connecting Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
-9999m

Region

Subdivision
YE-AD
Latitude
12.7333°
Longitude
44.8667°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
YELAD
Country
🇾🇪Yemen
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
PIER (Pier)

Classification

Type
Port

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
415193 →
Wikidata
Q131694 →
Wikipedia
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Little Aden?

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The approach to Little Aden is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Jazirat Salil Lighthouse at 3 NM to the E. Other aids include Elephant'S Back (7.4 NM ENE), Ra'S Marshag (11.1 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What sea or ocean is the Port of Little Aden on?

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The Port of Little Aden is situated on the Gulf of Aden in YE. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Little Aden?

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You can track vessels near Little Aden (YELAD) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Little Aden?

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The Port of Little Aden is a port in YE. Its UN/LOCODE is YELAD — 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 YELAD mean?

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The first two characters, YE, are the ISO country code for YE. 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 Little Aden?

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The Port of Little Aden 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.