LB Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Lebanon uses the ISO country prefix LB in UN/LOCODE references. The following three letters identify the location or port record, creating codes such as LBBRT, LBTRI and LBSID.
Seaports in Lebanon: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Lebanon has 11 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting Mediterranean container, general cargo, energy and regional distribution flows.
Use verified UN/LOCODE references to plan ocean freight through Lebanon's principal coastal gateways.
Lebanon Port Overview
Lebanon is a Mediterranean trading country with maritime gateways concentrated along its coastline. Beirut is the principal commercial reference point, while Tripoli, Sidon, Zahrani and industrial ports provide additional cargo and terminal functions. Indexed coverage is not the same as a national port authority's active-port count.
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Lebanon ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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Consolidated national port cargo tonnage, 2025; year-on-year change not publicly consolidated
MOT 2025 public releases
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Consolidated national container throughput, 2025; year-on-year change not publicly consolidated
MOT 2025 public releases
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National commercial-berth total, 2025; year-on-year change not publicly consolidated
MOT 2025 public releases
How many seaports does Lebanon have?
Lebanon has 11 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot.
What is Lebanon's largest or busiest port?
Beirut is generally regarded as Lebanon's principal commercial port, with the indexed references LBBRT and LBBEY covering Beirut port locations and terminal records.
Which areas handle most Lebanon sea freight?
The Beirut metropolitan gateway and the northern Tripoli cluster are the main commercial reference areas, represented in the database by LBBRT, LBBEY, LBKYE and LBTRI.
Top Ports in Lebanon by Indexed Port Reference
Lebanon does not publish a consistently comparable 2025 national league table covering every indexed port and terminal. The table therefore preserves the database activity order and leaves rank, throughput and year-on-year fields blank where a reliable public 2025 figure is not available.
Indexed activity order; 2025 container throughput figures are shown only where a comparable public figure is available.
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Beirut | LBBRT | — | — | Beirut metropolitan coast |
| — | Beirut | LBBEY | — | — | Beirut metropolitan coast |
| — | Tripoli | LBKYE | — | — | North Lebanon |
| — | Tripoli | LBTRI | — | — | North Lebanon |
| — | Sidon | LBSID | — | — | South Lebanon |
| — | Zahrani | LBZAH | — | — | South Lebanon |
| — | Ras Selata | LBRSE | — | — | Central coastal Lebanon |
| — | Chekka | LBCHE | — | — | North Lebanon |
Lebanon Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Beirut Metropolitan Coast
The Beirut cluster is Lebanon's principal commercial and logistics gateway, serving containerized cargo, general cargo and metropolitan consumption markets.
Indexed ports and terminal references
North Lebanon
Northern facilities support the Tripoli area and nearby industrial activity, with cargo roles varying by terminal, commodity and operating conditions.
Indexed ports and terminal references
South Lebanon
Southern facilities serve local distribution, industrial and energy-related cargo requirements, subject to terminal availability and operational confirmation.
Indexed ports and terminal references
Central Coastal and Industrial Facilities
These indexed locations may serve specialized or industrial cargo rather than acting as broad container gateways.
Indexed ports and terminal references
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Ras Selata | LBRSE | Ras Selata | Industrial and specialized cargo |
Lebanon Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
Different records can refer to the same commercial area or to separate terminal and location entries. Shippers should match the code to the booking instruction, bill of lading and carrier system rather than relying on the city name alone.
How to Verify a Code
Check the official UN/LOCODE reference at UNECE, then compare the result with the Ecer Freight port directory and the carrier's booking confirmation.
Shipping from Lebanon: Main Trade Lanes
Lebanon's sea-freight options are Mediterranean-facing, with onward connections commonly planned through major regional hubs. Transit times are indicative and depend on transshipment, sailing schedules, customs and operating conditions.
Lebanon to Eastern Mediterranean
A practical regional lane for cargo moving between Lebanon, Türkiye, Cyprus and nearby Mediterranean markets.
Lebanon to North Europe
North Europe shipments generally use a direct or transshipment service through established Mediterranean connections.
Lebanon to Red Sea and Gulf
Cargo for Gulf markets may move through Mediterranean, Suez or regional transshipment arrangements selected by the carrier.
Lebanon to West Mediterranean
West Mediterranean services support trade with Southern Europe and may connect onward to Atlantic destinations.
Sources and Methodology
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party indexed coverage of 11 Lebanon port and terminal records, snapshot November 2026.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code verification reference.
- Lebanon Ministry of Public Works and Transport — public transport and maritime-sector reference, with 2025 used as the latest complete target year where available.
- World Bank — regional trade and logistics context; not used as a substitute for terminal-level 2025 throughput reporting.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime location and port-reference context.
Lebanon Port FAQ
How many seaports does Lebanon have?
Lebanon has 11 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed-coverage figure, not necessarily a statutory count of currently operating commercial ports.
What is the main port in Lebanon?
Beirut is generally the main commercial port reference for Lebanon. Ecer Freight records Beirut under LBBRT and LBBEY.
What are the main Lebanon port codes?
Common indexed references include LBBRT and LBBEY for Beirut, LBKYE and LBTRI for Tripoli, LBSID for Sidon and LBZAH for Zahrani.
Which Lebanese port region handles the most commercial cargo?
The Beirut metropolitan coast is the principal commercial reference area, while the Tripoli cluster is the main northern alternative. Cargo allocation depends on vessel schedules, terminal conditions and inland delivery requirements.
Are 2025 Lebanon port throughput figures available?
A consistently comparable public 2025 throughput series covering all 11 indexed records was not available for this page. Carrier, terminal and authority figures should be confirmed for the specific port and commodity.
How can shippers request a Lebanon sea-freight quote?
Shippers can compare FCL and LCL options through the freight-rate tools, then confirm the exact origin code, destination, commodity, equipment, sailing date and customs requirements.
Editorial note: This page combines Ecer Freight's first-party port index with public maritime, transport and logistics references. Indexed port coverage is reviewed against database changes, while operating status, schedules, surcharges and terminal throughput remain subject to carrier and authority confirmation. Data is reviewed quarterly.
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