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OMSUW Al-suwaiq Port
Al-suwaiq Port is the seaport of Al-suwaiq, in the city of Al-suwaiqin Oman. Overseas routes include Middle East, Port code is OMSUW.

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Port Code

OMSUW

Name

Al-suwaiq

Country / Region

Oman

City

Al-suwaiq

Sea Routes

Middle East

Type

Latitude

23.8500000

Longitude

-57.4333333

Est. Unit Price

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OMSUW · Al-Suwaiq · Oman

Port Overview

Al-Suwaiq is a coastal port location in Oman, identified in the supplied master record by UN/LOCODE OMSUW. It should be treated as a local or regional maritime gateway rather than automatically substituted with Oman's larger container gateways. The record classifies it as a non-main port and reports zero listed FCL, LCL and automotive services; these fields describe the current platform record and do not independently establish physical terminal capacity. Our service team can assess whether the shipment should move through Al-Suwaiq, another Omani port, or a feeder-plus-road solution after confirming the actual receiving facility, cargo type and carrier acceptance.

Reference item	Supplied value
UN/LOCODE	OMSUW
Port / city	Al-Suwaiq
Country	Oman (OM)
Platform area	Middle East Red Sea
Coordinates in source record	Longitude -57.4333333; latitude 23.8500000

Decision points for forwarders

Key Highlights

Local-port positioningDo not assume standard container-terminal handling or scheduled mainline coverage without written confirmation.

Carrier-dependent routingRegional feeder, coastal or project-cargo options may require a bespoke quotation and operational approval.

Road connection is criticalFinal delivery planning should begin with consignee location, truck access, permits and receiving hours.

Record limitationThe supplied database shows FCL, LCL and automotive counts as 0 and marks the port as non-main.

Pre-clearance disciplineCommodity, customs status, dangerous-goods profile and delivery terms should be checked before booking.

Facility assessment

Facilities & Services

Container handling: The supplied record does not evidence a regular FCL or LCL service. Our team will verify equipment, empty-container availability, terminal acceptance and carrier release instructions before quoting a container movement.
Breakbulk and project cargo: Conventional or project cargo may require case-by-case confirmation of berth access, lifting equipment, cargo dimensions, storage space and stevedoring responsibility.
Warehousing and storage: Do not assume bonded warehousing, reefer plugs or long-stay storage. We will obtain the nominated facility and tariff basis from the local operator or appointed agent.
Customs and inspection: Customs processing, documentary review and physical inspection arrangements depend on the cargo declaration and the designated customs point; pre-arrival document checking is recommended.
Inland distribution: Road delivery is the practical planning interface for most local cargo scenarios. Vehicle type, axle limits, site access, escort needs and delivery appointments must be confirmed.

Routing logic

Routes & Transit Times

Import routing: Cargo may require transshipment through an Omani or regional gateway before coastal or road delivery to Al-Suwaiq. The exact gateway depends on the carrier, equipment and cargo category.
Export routing: Export cargo should be checked for acceptance at origin, empty-equipment positioning, customs export release and the onward vessel connection before a sailing is selected.
Transit planning: We do not promise a fixed sailing schedule or transit time for OMSUW. Actual timing is affected by transshipment availability, port approval, customs inspection, weather, truck allocation and delivery-site readiness.
Alternative gateway review: For regular containerized cargo, our service team can compare a larger Omani gateway plus road haulage against a direct or coastal option, subject to current carrier quotations.

Cargo and delivery profile

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Service area: The primary planning focus is Al-Suwaiq and nearby northern Oman delivery points, with the final radius determined by road cost, truck availability and consignee access.
Likely cargo profile: Local and regional movements may include general cargo, construction-related materials, agricultural supplies, machinery or project consignments; acceptance must be confirmed commodity by commodity.
Containerized cargo: Because the source record lists no FCL or LCL service count, container cargo should be routed only after confirming terminal handling, equipment, seal control and customs procedures.
Oversized and heavy cargo: Dimensions, gross weight, lifting points, center of gravity and road restrictions should be supplied at quotation stage so that suitable transport and permits can be assessed.

Execution controls

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-offs: OMSUW-specific closing times, documentation cut-off, gate acceptance and cargo receiving windows must be obtained from the confirmed carrier, agent or facility; generic main-port cut-offs must not be reused.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing certificate before acceptance. Port, carrier and customs approval may be required.
Documents: Align commercial invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, bill-of-lading instructions, import permits and customs data with the consignee's Oman requirements and the actual mode of transport.
Inspection and delivery: Build contingency for customs examination, port or facility appointment changes, truck waiting time and restricted delivery access. Our team will coordinate release only against confirmed local instructions.

Recommended workflow

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the commodity, HS code, package dimensions, gross weight, Incoterm, origin, consignee address and required delivery date before requesting a rate.
Ask for a written confirmation of the receiving facility, cargo acceptance, equipment source, storage terms, customs point and all applicable cut-offs before cargo dispatch.
For machinery or project cargo, provide drawings, lifting points, center-of-gravity information and photographs; keep packing suitable for salt air, handling and road transport.
Maintain a contingency quotation through an alternative Omani gateway when the cargo is time-sensitive, containerized, refrigerated, hazardous or dependent on specialist lifting equipment.

Practical questions

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I book a standard FCL service directly to OMSUW?

Not automatically. The supplied record lists no FCL service count, so our team must confirm current carrier acceptance, terminal handling, equipment positioning and onward delivery arrangements before offering a direct option.

Should a container be routed through another Omani gateway?

Often this may be the more predictable option for regular container cargo, but it depends on the current sailing, road distance, customs process, total cost and consignee requirements. We will compare alternatives case by case.

What information is needed for a dangerous-goods quotation?

Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group, quantity, package type, SDS and transport mode. Final acceptance remains subject to carrier, port, customs and local regulatory approval.

Are port cut-off times and working hours fixed?

No. They can vary by facility, vessel, cargo type, holiday schedule, customs status and weather. Our service team will reconfirm the operative cut-offs with the appointed local party.

Can oversized cargo be delivered to Al-Suwaiq?

It may be possible subject to route survey, vehicle capacity, lifting arrangements, road restrictions, permits and site access. Dimensions and weights must be reviewed before booking.

Evidence and verification boundary

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, country, city, platform classification, service-count fields and coordinates shown above are reproduced from the supplied port master record dated 28 April 2023. No berth, draft, throughput, terminal-equipment, carrier, sailing-frequency, tariff or transit-time figure has been added without a verifiable basis. Coordinates should be checked against the nominated facility before GIS, trucking or navigation use.

For operational and regulatory verification, our service team should cross-check current customs, port, carrier and local-agent instructions through relevant official Oman channels, including customs.gov.om, oman.om and the logistics-sector portal asyad.om. These domains are provided as verification starting points; the final booking basis remains the written confirmation applicable to the specific cargo and facility.