Port profile
Salalah Port — Oman Maritime Hub
Salalah is a maritime port located in Oman (East Africa). Facilities: terminal. View port details, infrastructure & shipping data.
About
Salalah Port is a maritime harbor located in oman in the East Africa region. As a maritime facility serving both domestic and international shipping needs, Salalah 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 Salalah 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 oman and international markets.
Salalah 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 oman.
Essential performance indicators and operational statistics for Salalah Port
Container volume · last 12 months
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Current congestion levels and vessel traffic information for Salalah
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Technical information and facilities available at Salalah Port
Detailed harbor characteristics: depths, pilotage, cargo handling capabilities, repair facilities and communications. Data sourced from the World Port Index.
Verified harbor characteristics, navigation requirements and available services for this port, from the NGA World Port Index.
Environmental initiatives and sustainability measures at Salalah Port
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Understanding the economic and regional significance of Salalah Port
Salalah Port plays a pivotal role in Oman's maritime infrastructure, serving as a key gateway for international trade and economic development. Its strategic location and advanced facilities position it as an integral part of regional trade routes, connecting Europe, Asia, and Africa while supporting Oman's ambitions to become a leading logistics and trading hub in the Middle East. The port's focus on sustainability and operational efficiency aligns with Oman's broader goals of fostering economic growth while preserving the environment. The port offers a cargo terminal. 4 shipping lines currently call at Salalah. The nearest major port is Nishtun (Yemen), approximately 239 km away. Built from 1971 near the ancient trading ports of Khor Rori and Al Baleed, once frankincense and silk trade hubs dating back to the sixth century BC, Salalah's modern Raysut Port added a container terminal in 1981. A 1996 joint investment with Maersk and Sealand transformed it into a world-class container terminal, and it has operated as the Port of Salalah, Oman's largest port, since 1998.
Source: NGA World Port Index (Pub 150), public domain.
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Regional & international routes
Asia · Europe · North America
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