Location: Qasr Ahmed (Misurata Port) is situated approx
250km E of Tripoli.
The main cargoes handled include iron ore, grain, construction materials,
livestock, machinery and petroleum products.
All berths are well fendered with adequate mooring facilities.
Load Line zone: Summer.
Max size: Tankers up to 30,000dwt and 11m draft can be
accommodated.
ETA's: Vessels should send ETA 12 hours prior to arrival.
Sea buoys, fairways and channels: The main harbour is
formed by two breakwaters enclosing the harbour area.
The N breakwater extends 0.7nm E from ras al Barq and the bro Pilot:
Compulsory, the pilot boarding position is approx 1nm off the harbour
entrance. Pilots are available from 0800-2000hrs, except on Fri. The pilot
boat is grey with white upperworks.
Anchorages: The anchorage area for vessels awaiting a berth
is within 1.5nm of 32°23'N 015°18'E, approx 5nm ENE of Ras al Barq Light in
charted depths of 25-37m. The holding ground is poor and it is therefore
advisable to leave the anchorage at the first sign of the approach of bad
weather.
ad E breakwater extends 1nm N from the shore. The entrance is approx 180m
wide.
Tidal range and flow: Range 0.5m.
Dock density: 1026.
Charts: BA 3353. Admiralty Pilot NP49.
Tugs: There are 3 tugs up to 2,400hp available.
Storage: There is 22,500m2 of covered storage and 46,000m2
of open storage area available. The grain berth is provided with a silo.
Repairs: Minor repairs may be undertaken.
Bunkers/water/stores: Fresh water: Available.
Medical facilities: Medical facilities are available.
Transport: Nearest airport: Tripoli International Airport
(250km).
Public holidays: Mar 8, May 25, Jun 11, Jul 23, Sep 1 and
Oct 7. Variable dates: El Mouled el Nabawi, Aid el Fitr, Aid el Adha & Higri
New Year. Fri is a weekly port holiday.
Working hours: Normally 0800-1200hrs and 1300-1700hrs.
Overtime 2000-2400hrs and 0100-0700hrs.
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