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Port of Mina Sulman, Bahrain | Seadex
Mina Sulman is a maritime port located in Bahrain (Persian Gulf). Facilities: terminal. View port details, infrastructure & shipping data.
About
Mina Sulman Port is a maritime harbor located in bahrain in the Persian Gulf region. As a maritime facility serving both domestic and international shipping needs, Mina Sulman Port plays an important role in the regional trade network and contributes to the economic development of the surrounding area.
The port is equipped with terminal facilities, supporting efficient cargo handling and vessel operations.
Maritime operations at Mina Sulman Port encompass cargo handling, vessel servicing, and logistics coordination. The port serves as a link in the global supply chain, facilitating the movement of goods between bahrain and international markets.
Mina Sulman Port continues to develop its infrastructure and services to meet the evolving demands of the maritime industry. Through ongoing improvements and operational excellence, the port aims to strengthen its position as a reliable maritime hub in bahrain.
Essential performance indicators and operational statistics for Mina Sulman Port
Container volume · last 12 months
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Current congestion levels and vessel traffic information for Mina Sulman
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Technical information and facilities available at Mina Sulman Port
Detailed harbor characteristics: depths, pilotage, cargo handling capabilities, repair facilities and communications. Data sourced from the World Port Index.
Environmental initiatives and sustainability measures at Mina Sulman Port
Sustainability and emissions data is not yet available for this port.
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Understanding the economic and regional significance of Mina Sulman Port
Mina Sulman Port is a key component of Bahrain's economic infrastructure, enabling seamless access to regional and international markets. It supports Bahrain's position as a leading hub in the Gulf for trade and maritime activities. With its commitment to sustainable practices and modernization, the port is poised to enhance its role as a vital maritime gateway in the Persian Gulf region, driving further growth in trade and commerce. The port offers a cargo terminal. The nearest major port is Sitra (Bahrain), approximately 15 km away. Used as a trading post by the Dilmun civilisation some 5,000 years ago and later by 7th-century Arab traders, the harbour at what became Mina Salman passed through Portuguese and Persian control before Bahrain built its first approach channel in 1954. Named for the grandfather of a former Amir, it became a free port in 1958 and gained a six-berth deep-water wharf in 1962, expanding further with a dedicated container terminal in 1979 as cargo volumes outgrew the original facility.
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Regional & international routes
Asia · Europe · North America
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