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ERASA Assab Port
Assab Port is the seaport of Assab, in the city of Assabin Eritrea. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is ERASA.

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Port Code

ERASA

Name

Assab

Country / Region

Eritrea

City

Assab

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

12.9954453

Longitude

42.7411957

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Assab Port (ERASA) — Port Overview

Assab is a seaport on the western side of the southern Red Sea in Eritrea, located at approximately 12.9954453° N, 42.7411957° E. It is identified under UN/LOCODE ERASA and is Eritrea’s second-largest port according to the supplied port profile. The port is oriented toward dry cargo, roll-on/roll-off movements and liquid bulk, including petroleum-related cargo. Its commercial role is closely linked to regional import supply and cross-border movements toward Ethiopia; the supplied profile states that approximately 95% of handled cargo is destined for Ethiopia. For our service team, Assab should be treated as a project- and bulk-oriented Red Sea gateway requiring shipment-by-shipment confirmation of vessel acceptance, port working conditions, documentation, and inland availability before cargo is released.

UN/LOCODE	ERASA
Port / Country	ASSAB, Eritrea
Coordinates	12.9954453° N, 42.7411957° E
Reported port area	Approximately 890,000 m²; supplied profile states that 45% is covered storage

Key Highlights

Multi-purpose commercial harbourSeven dry-cargo berths, one Ro-Ro berth and three oil terminals are reported in the supplied port data.

Bulk-sensitive operating profileLiquid bulk, petroleum products, cement, machinery and general merchandise are more relevant than a purely container-led model.

Cross-border orientationThe supplied profile identifies Ethiopia as the destination for about 95% of handled cargo, making inland coordination a central planning issue.

Operational verification requiredCurrent berth availability, vessel acceptance, cargo-handling windows and inland transit conditions should be confirmed before booking or dispatch.

Facilities & Services

Dry cargo: The supplied port profile reports seven berths for dry cargo ships, suitable in principle for general cargo, project cargo, bagged commodities and bulk consignments subject to port confirmation.
Ro-Ro handling: One Ro-Ro berth is reported. Vehicle dimensions, ramp compatibility, lashing requirements and terminal acceptance should be checked for each sailing.
Liquid bulk: Three oil terminals are reported. Petroleum, crude oil and refined products require advance dangerous-goods documentation, compatibility checks and terminal approval.
Storage: The reported total port area is approximately 890,000 m², with 45% described as covered storage. Actual availability, cargo segregation and storage charges must be confirmed before delivery.
Container and cargo services: The profile does not establish a current scheduled-container service or guaranteed container-equipment pool. Our team will verify equipment, stuffing, de-stuffing, weighing and release arrangements case by case.
Inland connection: Cargo moving toward Ethiopia requires coordinated road transport, border documentation and destination clearance; a through-service should not be assumed solely from port proximity.

Routes & Logistics Timing

Likely trade pattern: Red Sea and regional feeder connections may be relevant, but available services, transshipment points, carrier acceptance and sailing frequency vary and must be confirmed for the cargo and season.
Ethiopian inland movement: For cargo destined for Ethiopia, the ocean leg is only one part of the schedule. Border formalities, road capacity, convoy or security requirements, customs release and destination delivery can materially affect the final transit time.
Bulk and project cargo: Vessel nomination, berth readiness, cargo surveys, shore equipment and discharge sequencing may determine the schedule more than a published sailing timetable.
Timing discipline: Our service team will request a current port rotation, estimated time of arrival, cargo cut-off, documentation deadline, free-time terms and inland delivery plan before issuing a firm operational schedule.

No fixed transit time, direct service, sailing frequency or carrier coverage is promised on this page. All schedules remain subject to carrier, terminal, port, customs and inland-transport confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Hinterland focus	Southern Red Sea coastal trade and cross-border supply chains serving Ethiopia, subject to current border and inland transport conditions.
Reported exports	Hides and skins, linseed, castor oil seeds, neuk seeds, coffee, cereals and dry fish.
Reported imports	Crude oil and refined products in bulk, oil in drums, general merchandise, machinery, transport equipment and cement.
Planning implication	Commodity-specific packing, inspection, dangerous-goods controls and inland clearance should be designed before vessel booking.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-offs: Obtain the actual carrier or charterer cut-off, port receiving window, VGM requirement where applicable, cargo readiness date and document deadline. Do not rely on generic Red Sea cut-off assumptions.
Dangerous goods: Oil, petroleum products, chemicals and contaminated equipment require correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and emergency-contact details. Terminal acceptance must be secured before dispatch.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, import permits and transport documents should be consistent. Cargo may be selected for documentary or physical inspection, causing storage or rehandling exposure.
Inland delivery: Confirm border route, truck and axle limitations, escort or security requirements, transshipment controls, insurance scope and consignee clearance capability before releasing cargo from the port.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the full cargo profile early: commodity, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, packing method, dangerous-goods status, lifting points and final Ethiopian delivery location.
For machinery, vehicles and project cargo, provide drawings and center-of-gravity information; arrange lashing, survey and suitable lifting plans before the vessel nomination is finalized.
For petroleum or other liquid bulk, secure terminal pre-approval and verify tank, hose, sampling, contamination-control and emergency-response requirements before cargo is positioned.
Use a contingency plan covering transshipment, storage, inland border delay and alternative regional routing. Our team will validate each option against current carrier and authority acceptance rather than advertising an unconfirmed alternative.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Assab Port suitable for containerized cargo?

It may be workable for specific shipments, but the supplied profile describes Assab primarily through dry cargo, Ro-Ro and oil-terminal facilities and does not establish a guaranteed scheduled-container network. Our team will confirm equipment, carrier acceptance, handling arrangements and inland delivery before quoting.

Can cargo be delivered from Assab to Ethiopia?

The supplied port profile states that about 95% of handled cargo is destined for Ethiopia. Actual feasibility depends on current border conditions, customs procedures, road capacity, permits, security requirements and the consignee’s import-clearance readiness.

What documents are needed for machinery or general cargo?

Typically, the commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, certificate of origin where required, import permits and technical or inspection documents may be needed. Exact requirements depend on commodity, origin, destination and applicable authorities, so our team will review the file before dispatch.

How should oil and other dangerous goods be booked?

Provide the SDS and complete dangerous-goods particulars before booking. The carrier, terminal and relevant authorities must accept the cargo, packaging or tank specification, documentation and handling plan in advance.

Are transit times from ERASA fixed?

No. Berth readiness, vessel nomination, port operations, customs inspection, border processing and inland transport can all change the schedule. We provide a working estimate only after receiving current carrier, port and inland confirmations.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, port name, country, city, coordinates, facility description, reported cargo profile and reported throughput figures are based on the supplied ERASA port dataset. Figures described as approximate or reported should be reconfirmed with the nominated carrier, terminal operator or local agent before commercial commitment.

The UN/LOCODE reference framework is maintained through the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe; the official domain is unece.org. This source supports the code-reference context only and is not presented as verification of current berth availability, service frequency, handling performance or port throughput.

Our service team treats vessel schedules, terminal access, customs requirements, dangerous-goods acceptance, inland routes and border conditions as time-sensitive operational data requiring case-specific confirmation.