EGPIB Port Code Lookup
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Port Ibrahim is the seaport of Suez, in the city of Suezin Egypt. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is EGPIB.
Port Overview
Port Ibrahim (EGPIB), Suez, Egypt
Port Ibrahim is a subport of Port Suez, positioned at the southern end of the Suez Canal and at the head of the Gulf of Suez. It forms part of the Suez metropolitan port area together with New Harbor and Port Tawfiq. The supplied port record identifies Port Ibrahim primarily as a facility capable of accommodating general cargo vessels and passenger vessels, rather than as a confirmed container hub. For international freight planning, our service team treats EGPIB as a port-specific conventional-cargo call within the wider Suez gateway. Cargo routing, vessel acceptance, terminal handling, customs formalities and inland delivery must therefore be confirmed for each shipment before booking.
Key Highlights
Fast Decision Points for Forwarders
Facilities & Services
Facility Scope for Cargo Planning
- General cargo: Port Ibrahim is described in the supplied record as able to accommodate general cargo vessels. Breakbulk, machinery and other non-containerized cargo require case-by-case handling confirmation.
- Passenger-vessel interface: Passenger vessels are listed among the vessel types accommodated at Port Ibrahim; cargo movements associated with passenger operations should be separately verified.
- Container handling: The port record does not establish a dedicated container-terminal service, FCL/LCL inventory or regular container equipment program. Our team will verify whether an alternative Suez-area facility is required.
- Adjacent port functions: New Harbor is identified in the supplied description as serving tankers and livestock vessels, while Port Tawfiq mainly handles passenger vessels. These functions should not be automatically attributed to EGPIB.
- Inland interface: Trucking, temporary storage, customs inspection location and cargo release arrangements must be confirmed with the appointed local agent for the actual shipment.
Routes & Transit Times
Routing Considerations
- For cargo moving through the Suez gateway, the practical routing decision is usually between a direct port call, a nearby Suez-area facility, or a transshipment arrangement selected by the carrier and cargo type.
- EGPIB should not be presented as having a guaranteed container schedule, direct service, carrier rotation or fixed transit time without a current carrier or terminal confirmation.
- Actual lead time can be affected by vessel acceptance, port-call sequence, canal traffic, cargo readiness, customs examination, heavy-lift or breakbulk requirements, and inland truck availability.
- Our service team provides a shipment-specific schedule only after confirming the port of discharge, operating facility, cargo dimensions, documentation status and final delivery point.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Cargo and Delivery Scope
- Primary urban hinterland: Suez is the immediate commercial and logistics reference point for Port Ibrahim, with onward delivery planning centered on the Suez Canal and Gulf of Suez corridor.
- Likely cargo fit: General cargo, breakbulk, project components and other conventional cargo may be operationally relevant, subject to vessel, berth, lifting and storage confirmation.
- Port-area specialization: The wider Port Suez metropolitan area includes differentiated facilities for general cargo, tankers, livestock and passenger operations; cargo descriptions must match the selected facility.
- Containerized shipments: FCL and LCL cargo should be routed only after our team confirms an appropriate container terminal, equipment availability, documentation route and final-mile connection.
Operations & Compliance
Execution Risks to Control
- Cut-off control: Booking cut-off, cargo receiving deadline, vessel documentation cut-off and gate arrangements are voyage-specific. Our team obtains the operative deadlines from the carrier, agent or facility rather than using generic port times.
- Correct port identification: Shipping instructions, commercial documents and customs declarations should consistently show Port Ibrahim / EGPIB where applicable. Do not substitute New Harbor or Port Tawfiq without written operational confirmation.
- Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, emergency contact and packing certificate before acceptance. Dangerous-goods approval and segregation remain subject to the facility and carrier.
- Inspection and release: Cargo may require customs review, physical examination, permits or additional supporting documents. Our service team pre-checks the document set and coordinates inspection and inland release with the local agent.
Shipping Tips
Recommended Booking Workflow
- Send our team the commodity, packing method, dimensions, gross weight, cargo value, HS classification and intended delivery location before requesting a firm routing.
- For oversized or heavy breakbulk cargo, provide lifting points, center of gravity, drawings and photographs early so vessel and handling feasibility can be reviewed.
- For container cargo, request a written confirmation of the actual receiving terminal and equipment plan; if EGPIB is unsuitable, our team will assess an appropriate Suez-area alternative.
- Keep commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading instructions, certificates, permits and any dangerous-goods documents aligned before the applicable cut-off.
Frequently Asked Questions
Port Ibrahim FAQ
Is Port Ibrahim a standard container port for FCL or LCL shipments?
The supplied port record describes Port Ibrahim as accommodating general cargo and passenger vessels but does not confirm a dedicated container terminal or FCL/LCL service. Our team verifies the actual terminal and carrier acceptance before booking.
Can cargo for New Harbor or Port Tawfiq be documented as Port Ibrahim?
No. The three facilities have different stated operating roles within the Port Suez metropolitan area. The named port and facility must match the confirmed vessel call, cargo operation and customs documentation.
What information is needed for a breakbulk quotation?
Provide commodity, number of packages, dimensions, gross weight, lifting points, center of gravity, photographs, cargo value, origin, destination and any hazardous characteristics. This allows our service team to check handling feasibility and inland delivery requirements.
Are fixed transit times or daily cut-offs available?
They should not be assumed. Vessel schedules, port calls, cargo acceptance and customs procedures vary by shipment. Our team confirms the current carrier or agent schedule and uses the agreed operational cut-off.
How should dangerous goods be arranged?
Submit complete and accurate dangerous-goods details before booking. Carrier, facility and Egyptian authorities may require prior approval, compliant packaging, declarations and segregation; final acceptance is subject to their confirmation.
Data Sources & Provenance
Reference and Verification Boundary
Primary port record: Supplied port master data for UN/LOCODE EGPIB, including the name PORT IBRAHIM, country Egypt, city SUEZ, coordinates 29.9666667 / 32.5497222, subport relationship and stated vessel-handling profile.
Canal and regional context: Current navigation, port-area and canal-related information should be checked with the suezcanal.gov.eg official source where applicable.
Verification boundary: No unverified berth dimensions, draft, throughput, terminal inventory, tariff, sailing frequency, carrier coverage or fixed transit time is stated here. Our service team confirms time-sensitive operational details with the carrier, port agent, terminal and relevant Egyptian authorities before execution.