Port of Djibouti

Strategically positioned at the Bab el‑Mandeb Strait, the Port of Djibouti (UN/LOCODE DJPOD) serves as the principal maritime gateway for the Horn of Africa, linking the Red Sea to the Indian Ocean and handling over 90 % of Ethiopia’s seaborne trade. Operated by the Djibouti Ports & Free Zones Authority, the facility comprises dedicated container, bulk, roll‑on/roll‑off, and petroleum terminals equipped with deep‑water berths exceeding 18 m draft. Situated in Djibouti City, Djibouti region, it observes Africa/Djibouti time (UTC+3) at latitude 11.5720765°, longitude 43.1456475°, supporting continuous 24‑hour operations and advanced logistics integration, facilitating regional transshipment, attracting foreign investment, and enhancing supply‑chain resilience.