Port of Sharjah

The Sharjah port, designated AESHJ by UN/LOCODE, stands as a pivotal maritime gateway within the United Arab Emirates, positioned in the province of Ash Shariqah, Sharjah. Located at 25.35°N latitude and 55.38°E longitude, the port operates within the Asia/Dubai timezone and serves as a node for container traffic, bulk cargo, and industrial logistics. Its strategic positioning adjacent to the UAE’s primary shipping lanes escaping the congested Jebel Ali Port enhances transit efficiency and offers spillover services. Equipped with quay infrastructure, cargo handling SIZE, and customs facilitation, Sharjah port attracts shipping lines, fosters regional trade integration, and contributes to supply chains.