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Jebel Ali

Jebel Ali is a large coastal harbour behind a breakwater on the Persian Gulf, in the United Arab Emirates. Its UN/LOCODE is AEJEA. Pilotage is compulsory, tugs are available and it is a first port of entry. Jebel Ali offers fuel oil and diesel, provisions, fresh water and major repairs. Vessel Hunter tracks its live arrivals and the vessels heading its way.

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UN/LOCODEAEJEA

CountryUnited Arab Emirates

TypePort

RegionPersian Gulf, Arabian Gulf

Coordinates25.003, 55.052

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Services and supplies

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Supplies

Fuel oil: Yes
Diesel: Yes
Fresh water: Yes
Provisions: Yes
Deck stores: No
Engine stores: No

Repair

Ship repairs: Major
Electrical repair: Yes

Harbour

Pilotage: Compulsory
Tugs: Yes
Stevedores: Yes

Waste and health

Garbage reception: Yes
Dirty ballast reception: No
Medical facilities: Yes

Largest vessel

Length: 400 m
Beam: 58.6 m
Draft: 15.5 m

Approach and berths

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Approach

Shelter: Fair
Entrance restrictions: Other
Pilotage available: Yes
Tug assistance: Yes
Salvage tugs: Yes
ETA message required: Yes
Good holding ground: No
Turning area: Yes

Entry

First port of entry: Yes
Free pratique: Yes
Sanitation inspection: Yes

Cargo and berths

Wharves: Yes
Anchorage: Yes

Connections

Airport nearby: Yes

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Questions about Jebel Ali

What is the UN/LOCODE of Jebel Ali?

The UN/LOCODE of Jebel Ali is AEJEA.

Is pilotage compulsory in Jebel Ali?

Yes. The nautical port index lists pilotage in Jebel Ali as compulsory.

Can ships take bunkers in Jebel Ali?

Yes. Jebel Ali offers fuel oil and diesel, according to the nautical port index.

What is the largest vessel Jebel Ali can take?

The nautical port index gives a largest vessel of 400 m long, 58.6 m wide, 15.5 m draft for Jebel Ali.

Is Jebel Ali a first port of entry?

Yes. Ships arriving from abroad can clear in at Jebel Ali.

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