UN/LOCODE IR BND: Port of Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port), Iran — Seaport
Location
| Coordinates | 27.23, 56.07 |
|---|---|
| Country | Iran |
| Function | Iran's Largest Container Port, Strait of Hormuz Gateway |
| Authority | Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran (PMO) |
Physical Specifications
| Max Draft | 12.5m (container), 11.0m (general cargo) |
|---|---|
| Channel Depth | 13.0m |
| Tide Range | 2.5m |
| Berth Length | 3,200m (container), 5,000m (total) |
| Anchorage Depth | 20m |
Administrative
| Customs Code | IRBND |
|---|---|
| IMO Facility No. | Yes |
| Working Hours | 24/7 |
| ISPS Compliance | Yes (Level 1) |
| VHF Channel | 16 (Call), 12 (Port Ops) |
| Port Website | www.pmo.ir |
Commercial & Logistics
| Annual Volume | 3,200,000 |
|---|---|
| Primary Cargo Types | Container (Consumer Goods, Machinery), Grain, Iron Ore, Copper, Petrochemicals |
| Vessel Types | Container, Bulk, Tanker, RoRo, General Cargo |
| Free Trade Zone | Yes (Bandar Abbas Free Trade-Industrial Zone) |
| Bunker Fuel | IFO 380, VLSFO, MGO |
| Nearest Airport | BND (8km) |
| Rail Connection | On-dock (Islamic Republic of Iran Railways — Tehran-Bandar Abbas line) |
| Highway Access | Highway 71 (Tehran-Bandar Abbas), Highway 96 |
| Inland Depots | Bandar Abbas FTZ CFS, Sirjan Special Economic Zone |
Trade Intelligence: Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port)
Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port) is classified as a Seaport with annual throughput of 3,200,000. The port handles Container (Consumer Goods, Machinery), Grain, Iron Ore, Copper, Petrochemicals. As Iran's Largest Container Port, Strait of Hormuz Gateway, Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port) plays a critical role in Iran's trade infrastructure. Shippers should confirm berth availability, draft restrictions, and ISPS security levels directly with Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran (PMO) before scheduling vessel calls.
Port History
Shahid Rajaee Port, part of the Bandar Abbas port complex, is Iran's busiest container port handling approximately 75% of Iran's container trade. Expanded significantly in the 2000s with Chinese investment. The port's strategic position at the Strait of Hormuz gives it outsized geopolitical significance. Sanctions have periodically limited cargo volumes and vessel calls, though the port remains operational.
Authority: Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran (PMO)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LOCODE for Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port)?
The UN/LOCODE is IR BND. Use in bills of lading and customs declarations.
What trade routes connect to Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port)?
Bandar Abbas (Shahid Rajaee Port) serves as Iran's Largest Container Port, Strait of Hormuz Gateway. AE DXB, OM SOH, IN NVA, SG SIN, PK KHI
How do I find shipping schedules?
Contact Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran (PMO) or query carriers (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM) using LOCODE IR BND.
Data Sources & Provenance
Port specifications compiled from:
- UNECE UN/LOCODE Directory — United Nations official location codes
- Ports and Maritime Organization of Iran (PMO) — official port authority
- IMO GISIS — maritime facility database
Updated: July 25, 2026. For reference only. Not for navigation.