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MAEUN Aaiun Port
Aaiun Port is the seaport of Aaiun, in the city of Aaiunin Morocco. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is MAEUN.

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Port Code

MAEUN

Name

Aaiun

Country / Region

Morocco

City

Aaiun

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

27.4500000

Longitude

-13.2166667

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Laayoune Port, also known as Aaiun Port and identified by UN/LOCODE MAEUN, is a specialized seaport serving Laayoune in Morocco’s Western Sahara region. It is located approximately 650 km southwest of Agadir. The port’s logistics profile is centered on bulk phosphate exports, supported by a terminal situated about 3.6 km from the coast with conveyor systems and silos. A smaller harbor area also handles general cargo and fishery-related activity. Typical import flows include hydrocarbons, cement and general supplies, while export cargo may include phosphate, sand, frozen fish, fish oil and other general goods. Our service team treats MAEUN as a bulk- and project-oriented port rather than a standard container gateway, so vessel suitability, cargo form, inland delivery limits and carrier acceptance must be checked before booking.

UN/LOCODE	MAEUN
Port / City	AAIUN / Laayoune
Country	Morocco
Coordinates	27.4500000, -13.2166667
Recorded vessel limits	Maximum length 200 m; maximum draught 7.5 m; maximum deadweight 63,602 t
Reported annual cargo handled	Approximately 4,500,000 tonnes

Key Highlights

Bulk-led operating model: phosphate is the principal cargo profile, with conveyor and silo handling at the specialized terminal.
Mixed small-harbor activity: general cargo and fishery facilities support non-bulk shipments, but cargo acceptance must be confirmed individually.
Draft-sensitive planning: the supplied port record reports a maximum draught of 7.5 m; actual loading restrictions may vary with berth, tide, weather and port instructions.
Non-container-centric gateway: FCL, LCL and regular container service should not be assumed; our team verifies equipment, carrier acceptance and any transshipment arrangement before quotation.
Specialized cargo mix: phosphate, sand, frozen fish, fish oil, hydrocarbons, cement and general supplies require different documentation, packing and handling controls.

Facilities & Services

Phosphate bulk terminal: the supplied port description identifies conveyor systems and silos serving a terminal approximately 3.6 km from the coast.
General cargo handling: the smaller harbor provides facilities for selected breakbulk and general cargo movements, subject to cargo, vessel and berth confirmation.
Fishery-related operations: fish and fish products are part of the port’s operating profile; frozen cargo requires a confirmed reefer handling and plug-in arrangement rather than an assumption of standard container service.
Liquid and dry bulk interface: hydrocarbons, cement, phosphate and sand require cargo-specific loading, discharge, safety and environmental procedures.
Inland collection and delivery: road-based pre-carriage and on-carriage should be planned around equipment availability, route conditions, axle limits and delivery-site access.

Our service team confirms berth suitability, cargo handling method, storage availability and any special equipment directly with the appointed terminal or local agent before issuing final operational instructions.

Routes & Transit Times

Export routing: phosphate, sand, fish products and fish oil are generally planned as bulk, breakbulk or specialized cargo movements. The correct vessel type and cargo compatibility must be confirmed before fixing.
Import routing: hydrocarbons, cement and general supplies may require project-style or bulk arrangements rather than a standard container booking.
Network connection: where no suitable direct service is available, cargo may require a carrier-approved transshipment or alternative Moroccan gateway. Direct calls, schedules and service availability must be checked case by case.
Time variables: final transit depends on vessel nomination, port rotation, weather, draft restrictions, cargo readiness, customs release, inspection requirements and inland delivery conditions. Our quotations state only carrier-confirmed or operationally verified timing.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary service area: Laayoune and surrounding southern Moroccan commercial and industrial activity form the immediate cargo hinterland.
Mineral supply chain: phosphate is the defining export stream and requires bulk-vessel planning, quantity reconciliation and shipper-provided cargo specifications.
Fishing and marine products: frozen fish and fish oil require temperature-control planning, sanitary documentation and confirmed handling arrangements.
Construction and energy inputs: cement, hydrocarbons, sand and general supplies may move as bulk, liquid bulk, breakbulk or specialized equipment cargo depending on the shipment design.
Inland delivery profile: remote-origin or remote-destination trucking can create equipment, driver, fuel and delivery-window constraints; our team validates the complete door-to-port or port-to-door plan.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off control: port, terminal and vessel cut-off times are shipment-specific and may change with vessel nomination. Cargo readiness, export documents and trucking instructions should be completed before the confirmed cut-off.
Dangerous goods: hydrocarbons, chemicals and other regulated cargo require accurate UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and packing/marking details. Written carrier and terminal acceptance must be obtained before dispatch.
Customs and inspections: commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information and any product-specific permits should be consistent. Customs or physical inspection can delay release, particularly for food, fish products, chemicals and controlled goods.
Vessel and draft review: reported limits are not a guaranteed berth condition. Our team checks vessel dimensions, cargo quantity, declared draught, under-keel requirements and port approval before loading or discharge.

Shipping Tips

Send the cargo description, HS classification, dimensions, gross weight, packing method, loading port and final delivery point at the quotation stage. This allows our team to distinguish bulk, breakbulk, project and possible container solutions.
For phosphate, sand, cement or other bulk cargo, prepare a cargo specification covering moisture, density, quantity tolerance, loading rate, sampling requirements and applicable safety information.
For frozen fish and fish oil, confirm temperature range, reefer or tank requirements, sanitary documents, inspection needs and destination import conditions before cargo is released to the inland carrier.
Keep an alternative routing plan available through another suitable Moroccan gateway when MAEUN vessel acceptance, draft, equipment or sailing availability does not match the shipment requirements. Any alternative is quoted and verified separately.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can MAEUN handle standard FCL or LCL shipments?

MAEUN is primarily described as a bulk and general-cargo port. Standard FCL or LCL service, empty-container supply and terminal acceptance must be confirmed for the specific sailing; our team will assess a suitable direct or alternative-gateway solution.

Is MAEUN suitable for large bulk vessels?

The supplied port record reports vessels up to 200 m in length, 7.5 m maximum draught and 63,602 t deadweight. These are recorded limits, not an unconditional acceptance for every berth or cargo. Final suitability requires port and vessel confirmation.

What documents are normally needed for cargo moving through MAEUN?

At minimum, the shipment normally requires consistent commercial, packing and transport documents. Depending on the commodity, customs declarations, origin evidence, dangerous-goods documents, sanitary certificates or other permits may also apply. Our team checks the document set against the cargo and trade direction.

How should dangerous hydrocarbons or chemicals be booked?

Provide the SDS and complete dangerous-goods particulars before booking. Carrier, terminal and port acceptance must be obtained in writing, and dispatch should not proceed on the basis of a generic cargo description.

Can the platform guarantee a fixed transit time?

No. Transit depends on vessel nomination, port rotation, weather, cargo readiness, customs and inspection. Our service team provides an indicative planning window only until the carrier and local operation confirm the schedule.

Data Sources & Provenance

Primary data basis	Supplied MAEUN port record: port identity, location, coordinates, cargo profile, reported annual cargo volume, recorded vessel dimensions, draught and deadweight limits.
Official verification reference	Port administration and Moroccan port-sector information should be checked through anp.org.ma before operational execution.
Customs verification reference	Applicable customs procedures and clearance requirements should be verified through douane.gov.ma.
Verification boundary	Schedules, berth availability, terminal acceptance, cut-offs, equipment, charges, inspection timing and inland restrictions are time-sensitive. Our service team reconfirms these items with the carrier, terminal, agent and relevant authorities before booking or dispatch.