Introduction:
Specialized Ports are considered an integral part of the Egyptian trade activity. “Specialized Ports” mean constructions established on the Egyptian coasts or in the exclusive economic zone of the Arab Republic of Egypt for the purpose of receiving fishing vessels, oil tankers, mining materials carriers, pleasure boats, tourist yachts, or other ports of a special nature.
Specialized Ports Department is considered one of the vital departments in the maritime transport sector. The specialized ports extend along the coasts of the Mediterranean, the Red Sea, the Gulf of Suez and Aqaba.
Types of specialized ports and their numbers:
Mining Ports | Petroleum Ports | Tourist Ports | Fishing Ports |
Total |
6 | 14 | 7 | 6 | 33 |