EGEDK Port Code Lookup

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EGEDK Alexandria(new) Port
Alexandria(new) Port is the major seaport of Alexandria, in the city of Alexandriain Egypt. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is EGEDK.

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Port Code

EGEDK

Name

Alexandria(new)

Country / Region

Egypt

City

Alexandria

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Main Port

Latitude

31.1439950

Longitude

29.7996400

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

UN/LOCODE: EGEDK · Port name: ALEXANDRIA(NEW) · Country: Egypt · City: Alexandria

ALEXANDRIA(NEW), identified by UN/LOCODE EGEDK, is a seaport serving Alexandria and the wider northern Egypt market on the Mediterranean coast. In freight-forwarding practice, it is handled as a container and general maritime cargo gateway, with cargo flows connected to Egyptian import distribution, export production and inland delivery points. The supplied port record places the port at approximately 31.143995°N, 29.799640°E. Our service team can coordinate ocean booking, origin consolidation, destination customs documentation and inland delivery planning, while the final terminal, vessel, cut-off, inspection and release arrangements must be confirmed for each shipment. Port selection should be made against the actual carrier service, cargo profile, consignee location and customs requirements rather than by port name alone.

Key Highlights

Mediterranean gateway: Suitable for cargo serving Alexandria and northern Egypt, subject to the selected carrier’s current rotation and terminal acceptance.
Container-oriented planning: FCL and LCL shipments require separate checks for equipment availability, consolidation cut-off, deconsolidation and final delivery arrangements.
Documentation-sensitive imports: Egyptian customs, consignee data, commodity description and required permits should be reviewed before cargo is dispatched to the port.
Inland delivery is route-dependent: Truck appointment conditions, city access, delivery address, container type and local handling capacity can materially affect the final schedule.
Operational data changes frequently: Our team confirms vessel schedule, terminal cut-off, storage conditions, inspection requirements and local charges against the live booking.

Facilities & Services

Logistics area	Practical handling scope
Container cargo	FCL discharge, delivery order coordination, container release and inland trucking are arranged according to the carrier and terminal process.
LCL cargo	Our team can coordinate origin consolidation, destination deconsolidation and last-mile delivery; the nominated consolidator and warehouse cut-off must be confirmed before booking.
General cargo	Breakbulk, project and non-standard cargo require advance review of dimensions, lifting points, packing, stowage and receiving capability.
Customs and inspection	Import declaration, document review, physical inspection and release follow the applicable Egyptian customs and terminal procedures. Timing depends on cargo and authority decisions.
Storage and yard	Container yard, temporary storage and free-time treatment are subject to the carrier’s tariff, terminal rules and the actual discharge date.
Inland transport	Road delivery can be planned for Alexandria and other Egyptian destinations after checking equipment type, truck access, consignee hours and delivery restrictions.

Routes & Transit Times

Common planning directions include Mediterranean–Egypt trade, Asian export cargo moving through Mediterranean network connections, and onward distribution to northern Egyptian consignees. Actual port rotation and transshipment points depend on the carrier booking.
For Asian cargo, the routing may involve a direct call where offered or one or more transshipment legs. Our team checks the live schedule rather than promising a fixed service pattern.
Transit time should be quoted only after confirming origin port, routing, transshipment connection, vessel availability, documentation readiness and destination handling conditions.
Schedule reliability can be affected by port omissions, vessel delays, customs inspection, document amendments, congestion, weather and inland truck availability. The confirmed booking and carrier notice prevail.

For time-critical cargo, our service team compares the available sailing, cut-off and inland delivery combinations and provides a shipment-specific planning window instead of an unconditional transit-time promise.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Alexandria and surrounding northern Egypt, with onward road distribution determined by consignee location and delivery access.
Typical containerized cargo: Manufactured goods, consumer products, machinery, spare parts, packaged raw materials and other general import or export commodities, subject to customs classification and permits.
Industrial and commercial cargo: Project components, production inputs and equipment may require special packing, lifting plans, cargo insurance and pre-arranged receiving resources.
Temperature-sensitive cargo: Reefer acceptance, power availability, monitoring, inspection and delivery timing must be confirmed before booking; temperature instructions should be consistent across all documents.
Out-of-gauge or heavy cargo: Dimensions, gross weight, center of gravity, lashing points and road restrictions should be submitted for feasibility review before equipment is reserved.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Confirm the booking’s SI deadline, VGM deadline, cargo gate-in cut-off and documentation cut-off separately. A carrier’s estimated cut-off can change after the vessel schedule is revised.
Accurate cargo declaration: Use a precise commodity description, HS classification, package count, gross weight, dimensions, marks and consignee information. Avoid generic descriptions that can trigger document queries or inspection.
Dangerous goods: Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and required declaration before booking. Acceptance, container packing and terminal handling remain subject to carrier and authority approval.
Customs and inspection: Ensure commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information, permits and consignee registration details are consistent. Customs examination, valuation or additional approvals may extend the release process.
Inland delivery: Verify truck suitability, container weight, delivery address, unloading equipment, consignee working hours and empty-container return instructions before dispatching the vehicle.

Shipping Tips

Send our team the cargo profile, preferred delivery point, ready date, equipment requirement and customs status early enough to compare available sailings and consolidation options.
For LCL cargo, use moisture-resistant export packing, clear package marks and a verified piece count. Confirm whether the destination warehouse accepts the package dimensions and handling method.
For FCL cargo, check verified gross mass, seal details, container cleanliness, loading photos and lashing requirements before the unit leaves the origin facility.
Build contingency time for document amendment, inspection, port storage, demurrage or detention exposure. Our team can also review an alternative Mediterranean routing when the original sailing no longer meets the delivery requirement.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can EGEDK be used for both FCL and LCL shipments?

It can be evaluated for both shipment types. FCL depends on equipment and carrier acceptance; LCL depends on the consolidator’s current service, warehouse cut-off and destination deconsolidation plan. Our team confirms the applicable option case by case.

How should we quote transit time to ALEXANDRIA(NEW)?

Quote a shipment-specific planning window after confirming origin, carrier, routing, transshipment, vessel schedule and inland delivery point. Do not treat a historical sailing duration as a guaranteed transit time.

What documents should be prepared before cargo dispatch?

Normally prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, booking details, shipping instructions, VGM and any applicable origin, product, import or regulatory documents. The exact document set depends on the commodity, trade terms and Egyptian customs requirements.

What causes delays after vessel arrival?

Typical causes include inconsistent documents, customs queries, physical inspection, permit requirements, unpaid charges, changed delivery instructions, container storage exposure and truck or consignee availability. Our service team checks each release dependency before arranging delivery.

Can our shipment be arranged as dangerous goods or out-of-gauge cargo?

It may be possible after advance feasibility review. Submit the DG declaration or complete technical cargo particulars, drawings, dimensions and weights before booking; carrier, terminal and authority approval must be obtained before acceptance.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, English and Chinese names, country, city, coordinates and platform routing fields in this module are based on the supplied EGEDK port record. The record identifies the port as ALEXANDRIA(NEW); it does not establish berth dimensions, vessel frequency, terminal capacity, storage tariffs, customs clearance times or guaranteed transit times.

For code and port-location reference, users may consult the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe at unece.org. Egyptian customs-related requirements should be checked against the Egyptian Customs Authority’s official domain at customs.gov.eg. Live sailing schedules, cut-offs, charges, terminal acceptance and release conditions must be reconfirmed with the relevant carrier, terminal, customs authority and our service team before execution.

Operational information is time-sensitive. Our platform uses the confirmed booking, current carrier notice and shipment-specific instructions as the controlling basis for quotation and execution.