UN/LOCODE QA HMD: Port of Hamad Port, Qatar — Seaport
Location
| Coordinates | 25.02, 51.65 |
|---|---|
| Country | Qatar |
| Function | Qatar's Mega Port, Middle East Transshipment & Container Hub |
| Authority | Mwani Qatar (Qatar Ports Management Company) |
Physical Specifications
| Max Draft | 17.0m |
|---|---|
| Channel Depth | 18.0m |
| Tide Range | 1.2m |
| Berth Length | 3,500m (container) |
| Anchorage Depth | 25m |
Administrative
| Customs Code | QAHMD |
|---|---|
| IMO Facility No. | Yes |
| Working Hours | 24/7 |
| ISPS Compliance | Yes (Level 1) |
| VHF Channel | 16 (Call), 12 (Port Ops) |
| Port Website | www.mwani.com.qa |
Commercial & Logistics
| Annual Volume | 3,500,000 |
|---|---|
| Primary Cargo Types | Container, Vehicles, General Cargo, Food & Perishables, Construction Materials |
| Vessel Types | Container, RoRo, General Cargo, Livestock Carrier, Offshore Supply |
| Free Trade Zone | Yes (Qatar Free Zone adjacent) |
| Bunker Fuel | IFO 380, VLSFO, LNG, MGO |
| Nearest Airport | DOH (15km) |
| Rail Connection | Under development (Doha Metro freight extension) |
| Highway Access | Doha Expressway, Orbital Highway |
| Inland Depots | Qatar Logistics City, Hamad Port FTZ |
Trade Intelligence: Hamad Port
Hamad Port is classified as a Seaport with annual throughput of 3,500,000. The port handles Container, Vehicles, General Cargo, Food & Perishables, Construction Materials. As Qatar's Mega Port, Middle East Transshipment & Container Hub, Hamad Port plays a critical role in Qatar's trade infrastructure. Shippers should confirm berth availability, draft restrictions, and ISPS security levels directly with Mwani Qatar (Qatar Ports Management Company) before scheduling vessel calls.
Port History
Opened in December 2016, replacing the old Doha Port. Built at a cost of $7.4 billion, Hamad Port is one of the largest greenfield port developments in the world. Designed as a regional transshipment hub competing with Jebel Ali. The port features a 10km breakwater and can handle the world's largest container vessels. Full capacity: 7.5 million TEU annually.
Authority: Mwani Qatar (Qatar Ports Management Company)
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the LOCODE for Hamad Port?
The UN/LOCODE is QA HMD. Use in bills of lading and customs declarations.
What trade routes connect to Hamad Port?
Hamad Port serves as Qatar's Mega Port, Middle East Transshipment & Container Hub. AE DXB, OM SOH, SG SIN, IN NVA, CN SHA, NL RTM
How do I find shipping schedules?
Contact Mwani Qatar (Qatar Ports Management Company) or query carriers (Maersk, MSC, CMA CGM) using LOCODE QA HMD.
Data Sources & Provenance
Port specifications compiled from:
- UNECE UN/LOCODE Directory — United Nations official location codes
- Mwani Qatar (Qatar Ports Management Company) — official port authority
- IMO GISIS — maritime facility database
Updated: July 25, 2026. For reference only. Not for navigation.