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ILHFA Haifa Port
Haifa Port is the major seaport of Haifa, in the city of Haifain Israel. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is ILHFA.

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Port Code

ILHFA

Name

Haifa

Country / Region

Israel

City

Haifa

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Main Port

Latitude

32.8331650

Longitude

35.0039100

Est. Unit Price

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Haifa Port Overview

Haifa Port (UN/LOCODE: ILHFA) is a seaport on the southern side of Haifa Bay, Israel, serving containerized, general, bulk and liquid cargo flows for the Israeli market and its wider regional supply chain. The port is protected by breakwaters and includes the main port area and Kishon Harbour. Its location connects ocean freight with road-based distribution to northern and central Israel. Our service team can coordinate booking, origin documentation, cargo readiness, inland delivery and destination-side compliance checks, while final vessel, terminal and customs conditions remain subject to the carrier and relevant authorities.

Port code	ILHFA
Country / city	Israel / Haifa
Coordinates	32.8331650, 35.0039100
Port profile	Multipurpose seaport with container, bulk, liquid and general-cargo activity
Reported scale in supplied data	Approximately 19.8 million tonnes and 1.14 million TEU annually; current figures should be reconfirmed before quotation or capacity planning.

Key Highlights

Multipurpose handlingHaifa supports containerized cargo as well as bulk, liquid, general and project-oriented shipments, so the booking route must match the cargo profile.

Israeli market gatewayThe port is positioned for distribution into Israel, with inland delivery planning required for each consignee, customs status and cargo type.

Large-vessel capabilityThe supplied port data records vessels up to 366 metres in length, 15.1 metres draught and 178,403 tonnes deadweight; acceptance remains vessel- and berth-specific.

Mixed cargo risk profileFood, chemicals, machinery, tyres, textiles, raw materials and petroleum-related cargoes require different documentation, packing and regulatory checks.

Facilities & Services

Container operations: Containerized export and import cargo can be arranged through the applicable terminal and carrier service. Terminal acceptance, equipment availability, reefer plugs and cut-off times must be confirmed per booking.
Bulk and general cargo: The port profile accommodates dry bulk, liquid cargo, breakbulk and conventional cargo. Cargo-specific berth, gear, packaging and discharge requirements should be checked before fixing the vessel.
Storage and yard planning: Container yards, cargo storage and inspection arrangements are subject to terminal rules and available capacity. Our team can align delivery windows with the terminal receiving plan.
Customs and inspection coordination: Import, export and transit documentation may be reviewed by customs or other competent authorities. Examination, sampling or release timing can change the delivery plan.
Inland connectivity: Road haulage is central to first- and last-mile distribution. For overweight, oversized, hazardous or time-sensitive cargo, vehicle type, route restrictions and delivery appointment requirements should be confirmed in advance.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical trade direction: Shipments to or from China and other Asian origins, the Mediterranean, Europe and regional markets may be connected through the carrier’s scheduled network or a transshipment hub. The exact routing depends on the carrier, season and equipment position.
Transit-time planning: Our team provides an indicative port-to-port schedule after checking the actual service, transshipment arrangement, cut-off, sailing date and destination release conditions. No fixed transit time should be assumed from port name alone.
Main delay factors: Vessel schedule changes, transshipment connection risk, equipment shortages, terminal receiving windows, customs inspection, hazardous-cargo approval and inland delivery appointments can all extend the end-to-end lead time.
Routing alternatives: Where schedule, capacity or cargo restrictions affect Haifa, we can compare other Israeli gateways or alternative transshipment solutions, subject to carrier acceptance, inland cost and final customs requirements.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

HinterlandHaifa primarily serves northern Israel and can also support inland distribution toward central Israeli consumption and industrial areas, subject to trucking distance, delivery appointments and customs release.

Export cargoThe supplied port profile identifies citrus fruit, chemicals, tyres, textiles and machinery among principal exports. Packaging, phytosanitary, dangerous-goods and cargo-value requirements should be reviewed by commodity.

Import cargoGrain, raw materials, oil and petroleum products are identified among chief imports. Bulk, liquid and food-related shipments may require additional permits, inspection or handling instructions.

Project and industrial cargoMachinery and oversized units require verified dimensions, lifting points, securing plans, route surveys and vehicle permits before the booking is finalized.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Carrier documentation cut-off, VGM submission, terminal receiving cut-off and dangerous-goods declaration deadlines are not necessarily identical. Our service team confirms each milestone from the booking confirmation and terminal instruction.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and container packing details before cargo delivery. Acceptance requires carrier and terminal approval.
Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading instructions, origin documents, permits and product-specific certificates should be consistent in description, quantity, weight and consignee details.
Inspection and inland delivery: Customs examination, sampling, port storage, demurrage or detention exposure may arise when documents or release instructions are incomplete. Do not dispatch a truck until release status and terminal appointment are confirmed.

Shipping Tips

Send the cargo profile, HS classification, dimensions, gross weight, packing method and delivery postcode to our service team before requesting a firm rate, especially for bulk, chemical, reefer or oversized cargo.
Reserve equipment early when the shipment requires special containers, temperature control, dangerous-goods approval or heavy-weight handling. Equipment and acceptance are subject to the confirmed sailing and terminal plan.
Use a document cross-check before cargo handover: shipper and consignee names, marks, weights, package counts, invoice values and product descriptions should match across all documents.
For urgent or high-value cargo, compare direct and transshipment options, insurance scope, inland delivery windows and possible inspection exposure rather than selecting by ocean freight alone.

Operational Port Facts

Breakwater and basin information	The supplied port description records a main breakwater of approximately 2.8 km, a lee breakwater of approximately 760 m, and a basin area of approximately 1,066,000 m².
Land area in supplied data	More than 4,500,000 m².
Reported vessel activity	Approximately 2,415 vessel calls and 212,000 passengers annually in the supplied dataset; figures may change over time.
Reported vessel limits	Maximum recorded vessel length: 366 m; maximum draught: 15.1 m; maximum deadweight: 178,403 t. These are reference figures, not a guarantee for every berth or sailing.

Our platform treats these figures as planning references. The applicable terminal, berth, carrier, cargo and vessel restrictions must be reconfirmed before execution.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Haifa suitable for containerized imports and exports?

Yes. Haifa is a multipurpose seaport with container activity. Our team will check the available carrier service, equipment, terminal cut-off, cargo acceptance and inland delivery requirements for the specific shipment.

What information is needed for a dangerous-goods booking?

Provide the UN number, proper shipping name, hazard class, packing group where applicable, SDS, flash point when relevant, packaging details and container information. Carrier and terminal approval must be obtained before delivery.

Can the reported maximum vessel dimensions be used as a guaranteed acceptance limit?

No. The supplied figures are historical or reported port references. Actual acceptance depends on berth, draft, navigation, vessel condition, cargo, terminal plan and the carrier’s operational approval.

How should we plan inland delivery after discharge?

First confirm customs release, terminal availability, inspection status and any appointment requirement. Our service team then coordinates the suitable truck, delivery window and special handling plan based on cargo weight, dimensions and destination.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, country, city, coordinates, descriptive port parameters and reported activity figures in this module are based on the supplied ILHFA port dataset. Figures that may change with terminal investment, operating conditions or annual traffic should be independently reconfirmed before commercial commitment.

For official port and infrastructure information, our team recommends checking the relevant authorities and operator information through:

haifaport.co.il — port operator information and operational notices.
ipc.co.il — Israel Ports Company information and port-system context.
gov.il — Israeli government information and applicable public-sector guidance.

The listed domains are reference points for verification. Carrier schedules, terminal cut-offs, customs decisions, equipment availability, inspection status and inland appointments must be confirmed for the individual shipment.

ILHBT Haifa Bayport Port
Haifa Bayport Port is the seaport of Haifa bayport, in the city of Haifa bayportin Israel. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is ILHBT.

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Port Code

ILHBT

Name

Haifa Bayport

Country / Region

Israel

City

Haifa bayport

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

32.8000000

Longitude

-34.9833333

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview · UN/LOCODE ILHBT

Haifa Bayport, Israel

Haifa Bayport is a seaport location in the Haifa Bay area on Israel’s Mediterranean coast, serving as a container-oriented gateway for Israeli import and export cargo. The port supports maritime connections between Israel, Mediterranean transshipment points, Europe, the Black Sea region and wider global services, subject to the carrier’s current network. For our customers, the key planning issues are terminal acceptance, carrier cut-offs, Israeli customs requirements, security procedures and reliable inland trucking to the Haifa metropolitan area and other Israeli distribution centers. The supplied port record identifies the location as ILHBT, Israel, with the recorded city name “Haifa Bayport.”

UN/LOCODE	ILHBT
Country / area	Israel · Euro-Mediterranean / Black Sea trade area
Recorded location	Haifa Bayport, Israel
Coordinates in source record	Latitude 32.8000000 · Longitude -34.9833333

Key Highlights

Planning points for forwarders

Container gateway

Best suited to planned containerized import, export and transshipment flows rather than treating the location as a generic breakbulk port.

Carrier-dependent routing

Routing may involve direct Mediterranean calls or transshipment; the actual vessel, connection and cut-off must be confirmed against the booking.

Security-sensitive operations

Israel-bound cargo requires disciplined document submission, consignee details and driver or vehicle coordination before the terminal appointment stage.

Inland execution matters

Truck availability, delivery windows, chassis or equipment arrangements and import release status can affect the final transit more than ocean sailing time.

Facilities & Services

Operational scope

Container handling: Container loading, discharge, terminal interchange and related gate processes are arranged under the applicable carrier and terminal procedures.
Yard and equipment: Container storage, reefer connection requests, empty-container returns and special-equipment handling require advance confirmation; availability is not assumed from the port code alone.
Customs and inspection: Import and export cargo may be subject to customs documentation review, security screening or physical inspection. Our service team can coordinate the document chain and inspection appointment workflow.
Inland distribution: Haifa-area trucking can be arranged for port pickup, devanning, warehouse delivery and empty return, subject to release, equipment and carrier instructions.
Special cargo: Oversized, heavy, reefer and dangerous-goods bookings need pre-approval and equipment or handling confirmation before the shipping instruction is finalized.

Specific terminal gates, operating windows, storage rules and service charges can change. Our team verifies the applicable carrier and terminal instructions before issuing the final movement plan.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing logic rather than unsupported promises

Mediterranean and European flows

Common planning patterns include connections with Mediterranean hubs and onward services to Northern, Southern and Eastern European markets, depending on the carrier network.

Black Sea and regional cargo

Regional shipments may use a Mediterranean relay or a carrier-specific service combination. Port pair, transshipment point and seasonal schedule must be checked per booking.

Asia and long-haul cargo

Asia-origin cargo may be routed through one or more Mediterranean hubs. The commercial transit shown by the carrier may exclude customs clearance, terminal dwell and inland delivery.

Variables affecting delivery

Connection reliability, blank sailings, security restrictions, inspection, documentation holds, weather, congestion and truck appointment availability can materially change the end-to-end schedule.

We quote transit as an indicative planning range only after checking the actual vessel schedule, transshipment plan, cargo type, cut-off and destination delivery conditions.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Israeli inland distribution profile

Primary hinterland: Haifa and the northern Israel industrial belt are the closest planning area, with onward trucking to central Israel and other domestic consumption or production centers.
Typical container cargo: Consumer goods, machinery, industrial inputs, chemicals subject to regulatory approval, food-related products, retail cargo and project components may move through the gateway.
Import pattern: Import containers normally require complete consignee, tariff, commercial invoice, packing list and release instructions before delivery can be scheduled.
Export pattern: Exporters should align factory loading, VGM, shipping instructions, customs export formalities and the terminal cut-off before dispatching the loaded container.

Operations & Compliance

Controls that prevent avoidable holds

Cut-off control: Carrier booking confirmation, verified SI deadline, VGM deadline, terminal receiving window and customs export status are separate checkpoints. We do not treat the sailing date as the cargo cut-off.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and container packing details. DG acceptance must be obtained before delivery to the terminal.
Documents and consignee data: Names, addresses, tax or importer details, HS classification, origin, quantity, marks and container information must be consistent across invoice, packing list, bill of lading and customs filings.
Inspections and inland delivery: Customs or security inspection can delay release. Do not dispatch a truck until release, terminal availability, appointment instructions and any inspection requirement are confirmed.

Shipping Tips

Recommended workflow from our service team

Book with schedule margin

Request the carrier’s current cut-offs and allow contingency for document review, transshipment changes and inland appointment constraints.

Pre-check cargo admissibility

Send commodity description, HS code, packing method, weight, dimensions and DG or reefer requirements before equipment is allocated.

Protect the release process

Prepare invoice, packing list, origin information, consignee/importer details and required permits early; resolve discrepancies before arrival.

Keep alternatives ready

For urgent or schedule-sensitive cargo, our team can compare another carrier, a different Mediterranean connection, or an inland delivery arrangement after checking cost and availability.

FAQs

Practical questions from shippers

Is ILHBT suitable for standard FCL cargo?

Yes, it is generally planned as a containerized seaport location. The actual acceptance depends on the selected carrier, equipment type, commodity and terminal instructions confirmed for the booking.

Can you guarantee a direct sailing to the destination?

No. Service patterns and transshipment arrangements change by carrier and season. Our service team confirms the actual routing and distinguishes direct calls from relay services before quotation.

What information is needed for a dangerous-goods booking?

Provide the verified dangerous-goods declaration data, SDS where requested, UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point when applicable, package details and container information. Carrier and terminal approval is required before delivery.

When should the truck be arranged for import delivery?

Only after the carrier or terminal release position, customs status, inspection requirement, container availability and delivery appointment conditions are checked. Early truck dispatch can create waiting or rebooking costs.

What can cause an unexpected delay after the vessel arrives?

Common causes include customs or security inspection, incomplete importer data, document mismatch, unpaid or unresolved local charges, terminal storage limits, equipment release issues and limited trucking appointments.

Data Sources & Provenance

Reference boundary

The port code, name, country, area, recorded city and coordinates in this module are taken from the supplied ILHBT port record. Operational descriptions are presented as planning guidance and must be confirmed against the selected carrier, terminal, Israeli customs process and inland provider for each shipment.

Official Israeli government and regulatory information: gov.il
Port operator and port-related reference information: haifaport.co.il
UN/LOCODE and port-code interpretation: unece.org

No unsupported throughput, berth, draft, capacity, sailing frequency, transit-time, tariff or operating-hours figures are included. Current cut-offs, acceptance rules, charges and routing remain subject to written confirmation for the specific shipment.

ILMSP Haifa Israel Shipyards Port
Haifa Israel Shipyards Port is the seaport of Haifa israel shipyards port, in the city of Haifa israel shipyards portin Israel. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is ILMSP.

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Port Code

ILMSP

Name

Haifa Israel Shipyards Port

Country / Region

Israel

City

Haifa israel shipyards port

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

32.8000000

Longitude

-34.9833333

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Haifa Israel Shipyards Port (ILMSP)

Haifa, Israel · Eastern Mediterranean · UN/LOCODE: ILMSP

Haifa Israel Shipyards Port is a specialized maritime facility associated with the Israel Shipyards area in the Haifa port cluster. For international forwarding, it should be assessed as a multipurpose and project-oriented port option rather than automatically treated as a standard high-volume container gateway. Its practical value lies in handling cargo that requires suitable quay, lifting, storage or shipyard-related coordination, subject to terminal acceptance and the nominated vessel’s operational plan. The supplied port record identifies Israel as the country and Haifa Israel Shipyards Port as the city/port name; the recorded coordinates are 32.8000000, -34.9833333. Our service team confirms the exact terminal, cargo acceptance, berth window and inland delivery arrangement before booking.

Key Highlights

Specialized port profileBest evaluated for approved general, project, breakbulk or shipyard-related movements, not assumed container-only traffic.

Haifa Bay logistics clusterProvides access to northern Israel’s industrial and commercial hinterland through coordinated road distribution.

Terminal-specific acceptanceEquipment, cargo dimensions, storage, lifting and vessel compatibility must be confirmed directly for each shipment.

Higher planning sensitivityBerth windows, special handling, customs status and truck appointment requirements may affect the operating plan.

Facilities & Services

Quay and vessel interface: Cargo must be matched with the terminal’s confirmed berth, vessel type, draft, lifting arrangement and operating window; no berth or depth assumption should be made from the UN/LOCODE alone.
General and project cargo: The facility profile is more relevant to approved conventional, oversized or project movements than to an automatically available liner-container service.
Handling and storage: Availability of cranes, forklifts, open storage, covered storage and cargo-specific services should be checked against dimensions, weight, packing and dwell time.
Customs and inspection coordination: Customs status, inspection routing and release documentation must be aligned among the terminal, broker, consignee and inland carrier.
Inland transport: Road collection and delivery are normally arranged as a coordinated port appointment operation; abnormal loads may require route, permit and escort review.

Routes & Logistics Timing

Trade direction: Shipments may connect with Eastern Mediterranean, European, Black Sea, Red Sea or wider global trade lanes through the vessel operator, feeder arrangement or transshipment hub selected for the cargo.
Service confirmation: ILMSP should not be presented as having a fixed direct-liner schedule without written confirmation from the nominated carrier, ship operator or terminal.
Main timing variables: Transit planning is affected by vessel nomination, transshipment, berth availability, cargo readiness, customs release, inspection, terminal handling and inland truck appointments.
Our planning practice: We provide a shipment-specific schedule only after confirming the accepted port, loading method, cut-off instructions, documentation deadline and final delivery location.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: The Haifa metropolitan area and northern Israel are the immediate planning focus, with onward road distribution determined by consignee location and cargo restrictions.
Industrial demand: The regional cargo base can include machinery, industrial components, construction-related goods, metal products, shipyard supplies and other approved general cargo.
Project movements: Heavy-lift, out-of-gauge and non-standard cargo require pre-advice on dimensions, centre of gravity, lifting points, packing and truck route feasibility.
Containerized cargo: Container acceptance, empty equipment, stuffing or devanning and storage arrangements must be confirmed for the specific terminal and service plan rather than inferred from the port code.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Obtain the terminal or vessel operator’s actual cargo, document, VGM, customs and gate deadlines. A carrier booking cut-off may differ from the physical port receiving window.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, packing certificate and emergency contact details before acceptance. Terminal and carrier approval is required.
Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information, import permits and any product-specific approvals should be checked by the Israeli customs broker before cargo dispatch.
Inland delivery: Confirm truck capacity, axle and height restrictions, port access instructions, appointment rules, security requirements and any abnormal-load permits before positioning cargo.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send cargo dimensions, gross weight, packing photographs, lifting points and HS codes at the quotation stage; do not wait until the vessel nomination.
Request written confirmation of terminal acceptance, handling method, storage period, documentation deadlines and whether the movement is ship-operated, chartered or feeder-connected.
For dangerous, fragile or oversized cargo, use an agreed packing specification and provide handling instructions in English before the cargo reaches the port area.
Keep a contingency plan through another suitable Israel gateway or a confirmed transshipment arrangement when the nominated facility cannot accept the cargo, equipment or required vessel type.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can ILMSP be used for a normal FCL booking?

Not automatically. The port record does not establish a regular container service. Our team first checks carrier routing, terminal acceptance, equipment availability, empty return instructions and the actual receiving location.

Is ILMSP suitable for oversized machinery?

It may be suitable when the terminal, vessel and handling plan accept the cargo. We require exact dimensions, weight, centre of gravity, lifting points, packing details and delivery address before confirming feasibility.

How should dangerous goods be arranged?

Provide the complete dangerous-goods declaration and safety information before booking. Carrier and terminal approval must be obtained before dispatch, and acceptance may depend on cargo class, quantity, packaging and vessel restrictions.

What usually causes inland delivery delays?

Common causes include incomplete customs release, unavailable truck capacity, missed terminal appointments, incorrect cargo measurements, inspection selection and permits not being ready for abnormal loads.

Can the port’s transit time be quoted in advance?

A reliable transit estimate requires the confirmed vessel or service, routing, cargo readiness, terminal window and final destination. We quote a shipment-specific schedule and identify assumptions rather than promising a generic transit time.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port identity	UN/LOCODE ILMSP, supplied port record name “Haifa Israel Shipyards Port”, Israel, country code IL.
Record coordinates	32.8000000, -34.9833333, reproduced exactly from the supplied database record. Coordinate consistency should be checked before using it for navigation, geocoding or truck planning.
Official verification channels	gov.il for Israeli government and regulatory information; israports.co.il for Israel Ports Company information; shipyards.co.il for Israel Shipyards-related facility information.

Terminal acceptance, berth allocation, schedules, cargo restrictions, customs procedures, charges and inland access conditions can change. Our service team verifies these shipment-specific items with the relevant terminal, carrier, broker and authorities before execution.