UN/LOCODE EG PSD: Port of Port Said, Egypt — Seaport
Location
| Coordinates | 31.27, 32.31 |
|---|---|
| Country | Egypt |
| Function | Suez Canal Mediterranean Gateway, East-West Transshipment Hub |
| Authority | Port Said Port Authority (under Suez Canal Authority) |
Physical Specifications
| Max Draft | 17.0m (SCCT), 14.0m (East Port Phase 2) |
|---|---|
| Channel Depth | 18.5m |
| Tide Range | 0.4m |
| Berth Length | 2,400m (container), 4,000m (total) |
| Anchorage Depth | 25m |
Administrative
| Customs Code | EGPSD |
|---|---|
| IMO Facility No. | Yes |
| Working Hours | 24/7 |
| ISPS Compliance | Yes (Level 1) |
| VHF Channel | 16 (Call), 12 (Port Ops) |
| Port Website | www.suezcanal.gov.eg |
Commercial & Logistics
| Annual Volume | 4,500,000 |
|---|---|
| Primary Cargo Types | Container Transshipment (East-West hub), General Cargo, Grain, Petroleum |
| Vessel Types | Container, RoRo, Bulk, Tanker, Passenger |
| Free Trade Zone | Yes (Port Said Free Zone — SCZone) |
| Bunker Fuel | IFO 380, VLSFO, LNG, MGO |
| Nearest Airport | PSD (25km) |
| Rail Connection | Egyptian Railways (Port Said-Cairo line) |
| Highway Access | International Coastal Road, Ismailia-Port Said Road |
| Inland Depots | SCZone CFS, East Port Logistics Park, 10th of Ramadan Industrial Zone |
Trade Intelligence: Port Said
Port Said is classified as a Seaport with annual throughput of 4,500,000. The port handles Container Transshipment (East-West hub), General Cargo, Grain, Petroleum. As Suez Canal Mediterranean Gateway, East-West Transshipment Hub, Port Said plays a critical role in Egypt's trade infrastructure. Shippers should confirm berth availability, draft restrictions, and ISPS security levels directly with Port Said Port Authority (under Suez Canal Authority) before scheduling vessel calls.
Port History
Founded in 1859 at the Mediterranean entrance of the Suez Canal. Port Said East Port, developed in the 2000s, has become one of the Mediterranean's busiest transshipment hubs. SCCT (operated by APM Terminals) handles Maersk and MSC feeder services. The port's strategic position at the canal entrance makes it a natural transshipment point for East-West trade. The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) is developing Port Said as a major industrial and logistics hub.
Authority: Port Said Port Authority (under Suez Canal Authority)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LOCODE for Port Said?
The UN/LOCODE is EG PSD. Use in bills of lading and customs declarations.
What trade routes connect to Port Said?
Port Said serves as Suez Canal Mediterranean Gateway, East-West Transshipment Hub. EG SUZ, TR AMB, NL RTM, SG SIN, AE DXB, US NYC
How do I find shipping schedules?
Contact Port Said Port Authority (under Suez Canal Authority) or query carriers (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM) using LOCODE EG PSD.
Data Sources & Provenance
Port specifications compiled from:
- UNECE UN/LOCODE Directory — United Nations official location codes
- Port Said Port Authority (under Suez Canal Authority) — official port authority
- IMO GISIS — maritime facility database
Updated: July 25, 2026. For reference only. Not for navigation.