Port of Assab

The Port of Assab, designated by the UN/LOCODE ERASA, is a strategic maritime hub situated in the Debubawi K’eyyih Bahri province of Eritrea, operating within the Africa/Asmera timezone, and located at geographic coordinates 13 latitude and 42.73 longitude, facilitating trade and commerce in the region, with its unique position enabling it to serve as a critical gateway for international shipping and cargo transportation, playing a vital role in the country's economy and regional maritime activities, while its proximity to major shipping lanes underscores its importance as a key port in the Red Sea.