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AESHJ Sharjah Port
Sharjah Port is the seaport of Sharjah, in the city of Sharjahin The united arab emirates. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is AESHJ.

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Port Code

AESHJ

Name

Sharjah

Country / Region

The united arab emirates

City

Sharjah

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Latitude

25.3620500

Longitude

55.3798900

Est. Unit Price

$1/m³ $6700/20GP Book Now

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Port Overview

Sharjah Port, also known as Port Khalid, is a deep-water seaport in the United Arab Emirates, located on the northwest coast and approximately 10 km northeast of Dubai. UN/LOCODE AESHJ identifies the port of SHARJAH. It replaced Sharjah Creek for larger ocean-going vessels and handles container, passenger, Ro-Ro, vehicle, breakbulk, dry-bulk and liquid-bulk operations. For international freight, the port is relevant to cargo moving into Sharjah, Dubai and the wider UAE market, while final routing, equipment availability, documentation and inland delivery conditions should be confirmed with our service team before booking.

UN/LOCODEAESHJ

CountryUnited Arab Emirates

Coordinates25.362050, 55.379890

Port TypeDeep-water seaport

Key Highlights

Multi-purpose port profile covering containers, Ro-Ro, cars, breakbulk, dry bulk, liquid bulk and passenger vessels.
The supplied port record lists 21 deep-water berths, with cold-storage facilities and an oil terminal.
Its position near Dubai supports access to the northern UAE commercial and industrial market, subject to road and delivery planning.
Recorded vessel parameters in the supplied data include a maximum vessel length of 367 m and maximum draught of 11.4 m; actual acceptance remains voyage-specific.
Our team can compare AESHJ with alternative UAE gateways after checking cargo type, equipment, destination and carrier acceptance.

Facilities & Services

Service area	Logistics relevance
Container handling	Containerized export and import cargo can be planned through the port, subject to carrier rotation, terminal acceptance and equipment confirmation.
Multi-purpose berths	The supplied port description identifies facilities for passenger, Ro-Ro, car-carrying, breakbulk, dry-bulk and liquid-bulk vessels.
Cold-chain facilities	Two cold stores with adjacent berths are recorded in the supplied data. Temperature range, plug availability and receiving procedures should be confirmed before dispatch.
Bulk and liquid cargo	Dry-bulk and liquid-bulk handling is available in the port profile; cargo-specific permits, tank compatibility and safety documentation require prior review.
Inland distribution	Road drayage is the principal planning focus for UAE delivery. Our service team checks vehicle access, delivery windows, customs status and consignee-site restrictions.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical planning scope includes inbound and outbound links between Asia, the Indian Subcontinent, the Middle East and other regional trading markets, with the actual routing dependent on carrier schedules and transshipment design.
For cargo originating in China or other Asian markets, our team evaluates direct-port options and transshipment combinations rather than assuming a fixed service pattern.
Door-to-door timing is affected by vessel connection, terminal cut-off, customs release, inspection, truck availability, UAE road conditions and consignee receiving hours.
Quoted transit time is an operational estimate, not a guarantee. We confirm the current sailing, cut-off, equipment position and inland appointment before issuing a firm proposal.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Service hinterland

Primary planning focus is Sharjah and the wider northern UAE, with potential road distribution toward Dubai and other emirates after checking customs routing and delivery requirements.

Common cargo profiles

Containerized consumer goods, industrial materials, machinery, vehicles, project cargo, breakbulk, temperature-sensitive goods, dry bulk and petroleum-related products may be relevant.

Industrial interface

Manufacturing, construction, trading, automotive and petroleum-related activities create demand for mixed container, Ro-Ro, bulk and specialized inland transport solutions.

Delivery planning

For oversized, heavy or controlled cargo, our team reviews route clearance, lifting resources, axle limitations, site access and delivery appointment requirements before loading.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Carrier booking confirmation, terminal receiving cut-off, verified gross mass and document cut-off can differ. We obtain the applicable closing times for the selected sailing instead of relying on standard assumptions.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing declaration. DG acceptance must be obtained before the container is dispatched.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, country-of-origin information and permits must be consistent. Customs or port inspection may add handling time and costs, so cargo descriptions should be specific and accurate.
Inland delivery: Confirm consignee trade-license or import requirements, customs status, truck type, delivery time window and site limitations. Reefer, dangerous, overweight and out-of-gauge movements require additional coordination.

Shipping Tips

Send the cargo description, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, package count and destination at quotation stage so our team can select the appropriate service and equipment.
Reserve equipment early for reefers, open-top, flat-rack, Ro-Ro or project cargo; availability and acceptance should be reconfirmed close to the planned shipment date.
Use seaworthy export packaging, moisture protection and clear marks. Heavy or uneven cargo should include a verified weight distribution and lifting-point plan.
Keep a contingency option through another UAE gateway when the cargo is time-sensitive, specialized or dependent on a particular carrier connection. Our team compares total landed logistics cost and inland risk, not ocean freight alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is AESHJ suitable only for container cargo?

No. The supplied port profile includes container, passenger, Ro-Ro, car-carrying, breakbulk, dry-bulk and liquid-bulk facilities. Our team matches the cargo with the appropriate carrier, berth and handling arrangement.

Can you guarantee a fixed transit time to Sharjah?

No. Transit time depends on the current service, transshipment, port operations, customs release and inland delivery. We provide the latest carrier schedule and identify the main time-risk points before booking.

What information is needed for a dangerous-goods booking?

Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, package type, SDS and any required declarations. Carrier and terminal approval must be obtained before cargo delivery.

How should reefer cargo be arranged?

Share the commodity, set point, ventilation, humidity requirements, power needs and temperature-recording instructions. Cold-store receiving capacity and delivery timing should be confirmed in advance.

When should an alternative UAE gateway be considered?

Consider comparison when the selected sailing lacks suitable equipment, the cargo is oversized or controlled, the delivery location is outside the natural road corridor, or the required connection is operationally unstable.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, port name, country, city, coordinates, location description, berth count, vessel parameters, facilities and annual handling figures are taken from the supplied AESHJ port record. These figures describe the provided record and should be reconfirmed for current operational planning.

For official port information and current operational requirements, our service team recommends verification through the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority domain: sharjahports.gov.ae.

Schedules, cut-off times, tariffs, customs procedures, carrier acceptance, equipment availability and inland restrictions are time-sensitive. Our team confirms these items against the selected carrier, terminal, customs channel and delivery plan before shipment execution.