Port of Port Said

Port Said, located in Egypt’s Port Said Governorate, is a pivotal maritime hub situated at the northern terminus of the Suez Canal, with coordinates 31.2652893°N, 32.3018661°E. As a key node in global trade routes, it connects the Mediterranean Sea to the Red Sea, facilitating seamless passage for vessels traversing between Europe, Asia, and Africa. The port operates under the UN/LOCODE EGPSD and adheres to the Africa/Cairo timezone (UTC+2), ensuring synchronized logistics operations. Its strategic position within the Suez Canal Economic Zone underscores its role in transshipment, oil refining, and industrial activities, while its infrastructure supports container handling, dry bulk, and general cargo. Port Said’s integration into regional and international supply chains highlights its significance as a linchpin for maritime commerce and economic development in North Africa and the Middle East.