Abu Zenima

Size limits

Draught 10.0m.

Water density

1030.

Load line zone

Tropical.

Tides

The difference between HW and LW is 1.20m with a current speed of zero to 19kts.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

Abu Zenima Leading Lights: Front light (metal tower, black bands, topmark triangle apex up) (29°02.7'N 033°07.1'E).

Rear light (similar construction, topmark triangle apex down) (90m from front light).

From a position 1.5nm SW of Cairn Point the alignment (012°) of these lights leads towards the harbour.

Front light (white metal tower, black bands, topmark triangle apex up) (29°02.8'N 033°06.7'E).

Rear light (similar structure, topmark triangle apex down) (150m from front light).

From a position in the entrance to the bay the alignment (334°) of these lights lead W of a buoy (starboard hand; position approx) moored about 0.8nm WNW of Cairn Point, and close W of a dangerous wreck marked by a lightbuoy (starboard hand) which lies about 0.15nm S of the jetty.

Anchorages

Good anchorage may be obtained in depths of 22.0-26.0m sand and mud.

The mining company's vessel generally anchors close S of the pier and this berth should be left clear in its absence. Landing is often impracticable during strong S winds and the anchorage is then untenable.

Restrictions

The distance from the waterline to hatch top should not exceed 9.75m.

Between Nov and May, S'ly winds may make the berth untenable.

Tugs

Not available.

Charts and publications

BA 2132, 2373. Admiralty Pilot NP64.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Maritime Transport Sector.

Position: Head of Department

Address: 4 Petolomy Street, Alexandria, 21514, Egypt.

Fax: +203 484 2096

Email: [email protected]

RSO - Security Consultant Services: Class NK.

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Freshwater: Available.

Medical

Available.

Crew change

Possible, arranged through agent.

Transport

Nearest airport: Suez.

Working hours

Normal hours 0800-1500hrs daily except Friday and holidays. It is possible to work throughout 24 hours when necessary.

Where it is

The port of Abu Zenima is situated on the eastern shore of the Gulf of Suez on the Sinai Peninsula.

The port

The port consists of two shipping berths, which are used for handling materials for Sinai Manganese Company. The bay has depths of 18.0m and more, with good anchorages.

Traffic

Approx 470,000t of cargo, which includes imports of 120,000t and exports of 350,000t handled annually.

What are the pilot arrangements at Abu Zenima?

The Pier Master will assist if required.

What time zone is Abu Zenima in?

Local time at Abu Zenima is UTC+2. Clocks go to UTC+3 on 29 Apr 2027. Back to UTC+2 on 28 Oct 2027.

What is the water density at Abu Zenima?

1030.

Which load line zone is Abu Zenima in?

Tropical.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Abu Zenima?

The UN/LOCODE of Abu Zenima is EGAZA.

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