EG Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Egyptian UN/LOCODEs begin with the ISO 3166-1 alpha-2 country prefix EG, followed by a three-character location identifier. For example, EGALE identifies the Alexandria record in the indexed sample.
Seaports in Egypt: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Egypt has 48 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting Mediterranean, Red Sea, Suez Canal and inland logistics connections between Europe, Asia, Africa and the Middle East.
Explore Egypt port codes, major cargo gateways, regional clusters and indicative shipping routes for 2026 planning.
Egypt Port Overview
Egypt’s maritime network spans the Mediterranean coast, the Red Sea and the Suez Canal corridor. Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said and Sokhna are the principal commercial gateways represented in the indexed sample, while Suez-area facilities also support energy, bulk and project cargo.
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Egypt ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National port cargo tonnage, 2025; YoY not consolidated in a single public series
MOT 2025 public statistics
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National container throughput, 2025; YoY not consolidated in a single public series
MOT 2025 public statistics
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Commercial berth count, 2025; YoY not consolidated in a single public series
MOT 2025 public statistics
How many seaports does Egypt have?
Egypt has 48 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its country port database as of Nov 2026. This is an indexed-coverage count, not a claim that every facility handles containerized ocean freight.
Which are Egypt’s principal commercial gateways?
Alexandria (EGALE), Damietta (EGDAM), Port Said (EGPSW and EGPSA), Sokhna (EGSOK) and Port Suez (EGSUE) are among the leading gateways in the indexed sample. Actual routing depends on carrier service, terminal and cargo type.
Which regions handle most Egypt sea freight?
The Mediterranean gateways around Alexandria, Damietta and Port Said, together with the Suez and Ain Sokhna corridor, form Egypt’s main commercial maritime zones. These areas connect container, bulk, energy and transshipment flows.
Top Egypt Ports by Indexed Activity
The table follows the activity order of the Ecer Freight country sample. A single authoritative 2025 container league table covering every listed Egyptian facility was not available for verification; therefore, rank, throughput and YoY fields are shown together as unavailable rather than estimated.
Leading indexed Egypt port and terminal records
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Alexandria | EGALE | — | — | Mediterranean Coast |
| — | Sokhna | EGSOK | — | — | Red Sea and Suez Corridor |
| — | Port Said | EGPSW | — | — | Suez Canal Entrance |
| — | Damietta | EGDAM | — | — | Nile Delta and Mediterranean Coast |
| — | Alexandria(new) | EGEDK | — | — | Mediterranean Coast |
| — | Port Said | EGPSA | — | — | Suez Canal Entrance |
| — | Port Suez | EGSUE | — | — | Gulf of Suez |
| — | Adabiya | EGADA | — | — | Gulf of Suez |
| — | Sokhna | EGAIS | — | — | Red Sea and Suez Corridor |
| — | El Suweis | EGSUZ | — | — | Gulf of Suez |
Egypt Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Mediterranean Coast
Mediterranean gateways serve Egypt’s northern industrial, consumer and agricultural hinterland and provide connections with European, North African and Eastern Mediterranean services.
Mediterranean port records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Alexandria | EGALE | Alexandria | Containers, general cargo and regional distribution |
| Alexandria(new) | EGEDK | Alexandria | Container and multipurpose terminal activity |
| Damietta | EGDAM | Damietta | Containers, bulk and Nile Delta hinterland cargo |
| Port Said | EGPSW | Port Said | Canal-linked container, transshipment and general cargo |
| Port Said | EGPSA | Port Said | Commercial and canal-corridor port operations |
Suez Canal and Gulf of Suez
The Suez Canal and Gulf of Suez cluster is strategically positioned for Asia–Europe services, Red Sea cargo, energy logistics and industrial development around Ain Sokhna and Suez.
Suez and Red Sea corridor records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Sokhna | EGSOK | Sokhna | Containers, industrial cargo and Red Sea gateway services |
| Sokhna | EGAIS | Suez | Container and multipurpose cargo activity |
| Port Suez | EGSUE | Suez | General cargo, marine services and canal access |
| Adabiya | EGADA | Adabiya | Dry bulk, project cargo and multipurpose operations |
| El Suweis | EGSUZ | El Suweis | Local Gulf of Suez cargo and port services |
Southern Red Sea and Coastal Energy Zone
Southern Red Sea facilities support bulk, minerals, petroleum-related and regional coastal movements. Service frequency and cargo acceptance vary by terminal and season.
Southern Red Sea and energy-related records
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Safaga | EGSGA | Safaga | Bulk, mineral, passenger and regional cargo |
| Sidi Kerir | EGSKR | Sidi Kerir | Petroleum and liquid bulk logistics |
| Ras Shukheir | EGRSR | Ras Shukheir | Energy and liquid bulk operations |
| Ras Gharib | EGRAG | Ras Gharib | Energy-related and coastal bulk cargo |
| Hurghada | EGHRG | Hurghada | Passenger, tourism and regional coastal services |
Egypt Port Codes and UN-LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A location code may represent a city, port area, terminal or logistics facility rather than one physical berth. Similar names can therefore appear with different codes, such as the separate Alexandria and Alexandria(new) records.
How to Verify an Egypt Port Code
Compare the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE resource and the Ecer Freight Port Codes directory. The terminal, carrier booking system and customs documentation should also be checked before shipment release.
Shipping from Egypt: Main Trade Lanes
Indicative routing below reflects common commercial patterns. Transit time depends on the selected terminal, vessel schedule, transshipment, season, canal conditions, documentation and final inland destination.
Egypt to Northern Europe
Containerized exports and imports commonly connect Mediterranean Egypt with major Northern European hubs through scheduled liner networks.
Egypt to Mediterranean Markets
Short-sea and feeder services link Egypt with Southern Europe, the Levant and North African markets, subject to carrier rotation.
Asia to Egypt via the Suez Corridor
Sokhna and Port Said are positioned for Asia–Egypt flows, including consumer goods, machinery, components and industrial cargo.
Egypt to Red Sea and Gulf Markets
Suez-area gateways support regional flows to the Arabian Peninsula, East Africa and Indian Ocean services, with transshipment possible.
Data Sources and Methodology
This page separates Ecer Freight’s indexed port coverage from national and terminal-specific operating statistics. Public figures are included only when the relevant scope, year and methodology can be verified.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 48 Egypt port and terminal records, snapshot Nov 2026.
- UNECE — international UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- Egyptian Ministry of Transport — official transport, port policy and publicly released sector information.
- Suez Canal Authority — canal corridor and maritime traffic context; canal traffic is not the same as port container throughput.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — navigational and port reference context, subject to the authority of current official notices.
Egypt Port FAQ
How many seaports does Egypt have?
Egypt has 48 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of Nov 2026. The figure represents the Ecer Freight database coverage and should not be interpreted as a universally standardized count of all Egyptian maritime facilities.
What is the largest or busiest port in Egypt?
Alexandria, Port Said and Sokhna are generally treated as major commercial gateways, while the best choice depends on cargo type, service rotation and terminal. The indexed records include EGALE, EGPSW, EGPSA and EGSOK.
What is the UN-LOCODE prefix for Egypt?
The UN/LOCODE country prefix for Egypt is EG. Examples in the indexed sample include EGALE for Alexandria, EGDAM for Damietta and EGSUE for Port Suez.
Which Egypt port regions are important for international freight?
The main freight regions are the Mediterranean coast, the Port Said and Suez Canal corridor, and the Gulf of Suez and Red Sea. Alexandria, Damietta, Port Said, Sokhna and Suez-area facilities serve different combinations of container, bulk, energy and project cargo.
How current are the Egypt port data on this page?
The indexed coverage snapshot is Nov 2026. The most recent complete statistical year referenced for comparable public reporting is 2025; terminal throughput, schedules and operational conditions remain subject to confirmation.
Can a freight forwarder quote shipping from Egypt?
Yes. A reliable quote normally requires origin and destination, FCL or LCL mode, commodity, cargo dimensions and weight, Incoterms, equipment type, pickup location and required delivery date.
Are all indexed Egypt locations container ports?
No. The 48-record indexed set can include commercial ports, terminals, energy facilities, inland logistics locations and alternative records for the same metropolitan area. Container acceptance must be confirmed for the specific booking.
Editorial note: Ecer Freight combines its first-party Egypt port index with publicly available transport, port and maritime reference material. Port-code coverage is maintained as the database changes, while traffic, capacity, schedules and terminal operating conditions are reviewed against available public information and should be reconfirmed before booking.
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