Seaport · United Arab Emirates
Port of Abu Zaby
Abu Zaby (United Arab Emirates) is a medium-sized port listed in the NGA World Port Index (no. 48278). It lies on the Persian Gulf.
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Port profile
- Country / territory
- United Arab Emirates
- UN/LOCODE (WPI)
- AEAUH
- World Port Index no.
- 48278
- Coordinates
- 24.50°N, 54.33°E
- Harbor size
- Medium-sized
- Harbor type
- Coastal (breakwater)
- Main use
- Cargo
- Shelter afforded
- Good
- Waters
- Persian Gulf; Indian Ocean
- WPI region
- United Arab Emirates
- Other names
- Abu Dhabi; Mina Zayed
- Repairs
- Moderate
- Dry dock
- Medium
Depths and vessel limits
Values as reported in the World Port Index; where a field is not shown, no value is reported.
| Channel depth | 15.0 m |
|---|---|
| Anchorage depth | 15.0 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 14.6 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 13.2 m |
| Tidal range | 2.0 m |
| Entrance width | 225.0 m |
| Max vessel length | 240.0 m |
| Max vessel draft | 12.5 m |
Facilities
- Wharves
- Anchorage
Cranes and lifting
- Mobile cranes
- Lifts over 100 t
- Lifts 50–100 t
- Lifts 25–49 t
- Lifts 0–24 t
Entrance restrictions
- Tide
- Other restrictions
Navigation and port entry
- First port of entry
- ETA message required
- Turning area
- Quarantine: pratique
- Quarantine: other
Pilotage and tugs
- Pilotage compulsory
- Pilotage available
- Pilotage advisable
- Tugs: assistance
Services
- Longshoremen
- Medical facilities
- Garbage disposal
- Dirty ballast disposal
Supplies
- Provisions
- Potable water
- Fuel oil
- Diesel oil
- Engine supplies
Communications and connections
- Radio
- Radiotelephone
- Airport
- Rail
Only items reported as available in the World Port Index are listed.
Distance from Vietnam
Great-circle (straight-line) distances from Vietnam’s main port clusters. Actual sea routes are longer, as ships follow sea lanes around land.
| From | Great-circle distance |
|---|---|
| Cat Lai (Ho Chi Minh City) | 3,090 nm |
| Cai Mep – Thi Vai | 3,110 nm |
| Hai Phong | 2,890 nm |
Nearest major ports in our guides
Major container gateways and transshipment hubs closest to Abu Zaby, with full port guides:
- Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi) · 20 nm
- Jebel Ali (Dubai) · 50 nm
- Khor Fakkan · 120 nm
- Hamad Port (Doha) · 150 nm
Data source
Port characteristics on this page come from the NGA World Port Index (Pub. 150, U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency), as distributed in the seaport-data-js dataset. The index is a navigational reference and may not reflect recent construction, terminal changes or current operating limits. Always confirm details with the port authority, agent or carrier. Sailing directions: Sailing Directions Pub. 172 (Enroute) - Red Sea and the Persian Gulf.
Frequently asked questions about Abu Zaby
Where is Port of Abu Zaby?
Abu Zaby (United Arab Emirates) lies on the Persian Gulf, at about 24.50°N, 54.33°E.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Abu Zaby?
The World Port Index lists UN/LOCODE AEAUH for Abu Zaby. Confirm the exact location code required by the carrier when booking.
What is the maximum vessel size at Abu Zaby?
The World Port Index reports a maximum vessel length 240.0 m, draft 12.5 m for Abu Zaby. Limits can change with dredging and terminal works, so check with the port or agent.
How far is Abu Zaby from Vietnam?
The great-circle distance is about 3,090 nautical miles from Ho Chi Minh City (Cat Lai) and about 2,890 nm from Hai Phong; sea routes are longer. Nearby major ports in our guides include Khalifa Port (Abu Dhabi), Jebel Ali (Dubai), Khor Fakkan.
Can Global Logistic Group arrange shipping to or from Abu Zaby?
Yes. We arrange FCL and LCL ocean freight, customs clearance and inland transport for Abu Zaby through our carrier contracts and agent network. Send us your cargo details for a quote.
Information on this page is general guidance compiled by Global Logistic Group from public sources. Port facilities, carrier networks, routings and transit times change frequently; always confirm current schedules, cut-offs and requirements with us or the carrier before booking.