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LYESI As Sidr Port
As Sidr Port is the seaport of As sidr, in the city of As sidrin Libya. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is LYESI.

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Port Code

LYESI

Name

As Sidr

Country / Region

Libya

City

As sidr

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

30.6391000

Longitude

18.3386000

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Port Overview · UN/LOCODE LYESI

As Sidr Port, Libya

As Sidr, also known as Es Sider, is a specialized oil export terminal on the south bank of the Gulf of Sirte in Libya. Its logistics role is centered on petroleum movements rather than containerized general cargo. The terminal exports oil through two single-buoy moorings (SBMs) connected to subsea pipelines, making tanker nomination, cargo compatibility, marine clearance and terminal acceptance more important than conventional container cut-offs. The supplied port record reports approximately 200 vessel calls annually, with about 92% oil tankers, and records a maximum entered-vessel length of 278 m, maximum draught of 9.8 m and maximum deadweight of 164,565 t. Our service team treats LYESI as a project, liquid-bulk or tanker-related gateway and confirms every operational parameter with the nominated terminal and carrier before fixing a shipment.

Port code	LYESI
Location	As Sidr, Libya · 30.639100° N, 18.338600° E
Port type	Offshore-connected oil export terminal
Recorded vessel limits	Maximum length 278 m; maximum draught 9.8 m; maximum deadweight 164,565 t

Key Highlights

Oil-terminal profile

Primary logistics activity is petroleum export by tanker; routine FCL/LCL planning should not be assumed.

SBM loading arrangement

Two reported SBMs and subsea pipelines require marine-side coordination and terminal approval before nomination.

Large tanker parameters

The supplied record includes vessels up to 278 m and 164,565 t DWT, subject to current acceptance and safety limits.

Limited general-cargo fit

The port record shows FCL, LCL and automotive entries as zero, so container cargo should be routed only after written confirmation.

Facilities & Services

Oil export infrastructure: the supplied port description identifies subsea oil pipelines terminating at two SBMs for tanker loading.
Tanker operations: vessel nomination, draft, deadweight, manifold compatibility, mooring arrangements and marine safety review are central to the shipment process.
Container handling: no routine container service is identified in the supplied record; our team will not quote standard FCL/LCL handling without terminal and carrier confirmation.
General cargo and project cargo: any breakbulk, heavy-lift or equipment movement requires a separate review of landing facilities, lifting resources, storage and road access.
Documentation coordination: our service team can coordinate shipper, receiver, charterer, agent, terminal and customs documentation, subject to local acceptance.

Facility availability, shore support, storage, working windows, pilotage and weather restrictions can change. They must be reconfirmed with the nominated terminal or local agent before cargo release or vessel nomination.

Routes & Logistics Timing

Petroleum exports normally move by tanker from the terminal to the buyer’s nominated receiving port. The actual trade lane depends on the charterer, cargo grade, vessel class and destination restrictions.
Containerized imports or exports should generally be assessed through an alternative Libyan gateway or a regional transshipment arrangement, because regular LYESI container coverage is not established by the supplied record.
No fixed sailing frequency, direct service or transit time is promised. Timing depends on terminal acceptance, vessel nomination, weather, marine clearance, security procedures, documentation readiness and destination-port availability.
For project cargo, our team will compare port suitability with the cargo’s dimensions, discharge method and inland delivery route before booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary cargo: crude oil or other petroleum cargoes handled under the terminal’s cargo acceptance, safety and commercial procedures.
Maritime hinterland: the port’s principal function is export-oriented and linked to offshore tanker loading rather than a broad container distribution network.
Support cargo: oilfield equipment, industrial spares, maintenance materials and project shipments may require specialized chartering or an alternative port, subject to local handling capability.
Inland delivery: road routing, security conditions, escort requirements, permits and destination access must be assessed case by case for any non-liquid-bulk cargo.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: LYESI should not be handled with a generic container closing schedule. Tanker nomination, terminal acceptance, cargo readiness and marine documentation deadlines must be obtained in writing.
Dangerous goods: petroleum cargo requires accurate product description, UN number where applicable, flash point, safety data, quantity, cargo grade and ship/shore compatibility information. The terminal and carrier’s rules take precedence.
Documents: prepare commercial documents, cargo specification, certificate of origin where required, bill of lading instructions, customs information, sanctions-screening data and vessel particulars consistently across all parties.
Inspection and clearance: customs, port, security and marine authorities may request additional checks. Cargo should not be dispatched or a vessel fixed until the local agent confirms the applicable clearance sequence.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send us the cargo type, grade, quantity, SDS, loading window, vessel dimensions, destination and incoterms at the quotation stage so we can distinguish tanker, project and general-cargo requirements.
Obtain written confirmation of terminal acceptance, SBM compatibility, draft limitations, weather restrictions, pilotage requirements and ship/shore safety procedures before committing the vessel or cargo.
For non-oil cargo, request a feasibility check covering alternative ports, road security, inland permits, storage, lifting equipment and any transshipment exposure before issuing shipping instructions.
Keep shipper, charterer, receiver, agent and customs data identical. Late amendments to cargo description, vessel particulars or dangerous-goods information can affect acceptance and clearance.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can we book standard FCL or LCL cargo to LYESI?

The supplied port record lists FCL and LCL volumes as zero and identifies LYESI as an oil terminal. Our team will first verify whether a carrier, terminal or alternative Libyan gateway can accept the specific cargo; standard container service must not be assumed.

Is LYESI suitable for a crude-oil tanker?

It is described as an oil export terminal with two SBMs and subsea pipelines. Suitability still depends on cargo, vessel dimensions, draft, mooring, terminal acceptance, marine clearance and the current operating window.

Are the recorded vessel limits guaranteed for every voyage?

No. The figures of 278 m length, 9.8 m maximum draught and 164,565 t DWT are recorded reference values, not a blanket approval. The nominated terminal, agent and relevant marine authorities must confirm the actual limits.

What information is needed for an initial quotation?

Provide cargo description and quantity, SDS or product specification, loading and discharge locations, target window, vessel or container requirement, dimensions, incoterms, consignee details and any regulatory or security constraints.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, location, terminal profile, vessel-call ratio and recorded vessel parameters are taken from the supplied LYESI port record. Operational statements are limited to the facilities and characteristics expressly described there; current berth, weather, security, customs, carrier and terminal conditions require case-by-case confirmation.

For independent code and location-reference checks, consult the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe at unece.org. For Libya’s national oil-sector context, consult the National Oil Corporation at noc.ly. These domains do not replace written confirmation from the nominated terminal, vessel operator, local agent or competent authority for a specific shipment.