Lebanon - 2.1.2 Port of Tripoli
Port Overview
The Port of Tripoli is the second port in Lebanon after the Port of Beirut. It has an approximate area of 3,000,000 m2, with a water area of 2,200,000 m2, a land area of 320,000 m2, and a 420,000 m2 dump area adjacent to the current port, reserved for the future Container Terminal and Free Market Zone (which are under construction). Most shipments carry general goods and dry discharge such as iron, wood, and sugar, various kinds of beans, iron scrap, vehicles, and construction material. The Port of Tripoli also contains a Free Zone with an area of 150,000 m2. The Port is currently undergoing expansion projects, where a new 600 m long berth is being built for container trade, with a rear zone area of 1,200,000 m2. This zone has been approved by the Lebanese Parliament as a free economic zone. The Port of Tripoli is independent both administratively and financially and is governed by the General Code for Public Institutions according to decree no 4513. The Port is managed by a Board of Directors composed of 5 members elected for 3 years.
Port website: http://www.oept.gov.lb/index.php/en/aboutusen
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
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Country |
Lebanon |
Province or District |
North |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Tripoli 87 Km North of Beirut |
Port's Complete Name |
Port de Tripoli |
Latitude |
34° 26' 12.01" N |
Longitude |
35° 50' 58.99" E |
Managing Company or Port Authority |
Tripoli Port Authority |
Management Contact Person |
Mr Ahmad Tamer https://www.oept.gov.lb/index.php/en/ +961 6 220180 |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Beirut Rafic Hariri International Airport |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Port Performance
Tripoli Port received nearly 825 vessels in 2022. In addition, via its container terminal, the port handles an approximate of 66,000 TUEs/year. The port has a navigation channel of 16 m depth. WFP has a special agreement, for extending of grace period of all food assistance shipments, from 9 days to 30 days.
Seasonal Constraints |
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Occurs |
Time Frame |
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Rainy Season |
YES |
October to March/April |
Major Import Campaigns |
NO |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
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Vessel Calls |
825 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
66,000 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
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Bulkand Break Bulk (MT) |
3,193,958 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link:
https://www.oept.gov.lb/index.php/en/tariffs-en
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
8 |
1,000 |
10 |
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Container Berth |
1 |
600 |
15.2 |
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Berthing Tugs |
9 |
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Water Barges |
3 |
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As per the Expansion plan in Tripoli port, 600 m will be added to the containers berth. The Port of Tripoli is independent both administratively and financially and is governed by the General Code for Public Institutions according to decree no 4513. The Port is managed by a Board of Directors composed of 5 members elected for 3 years.
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
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Imports - Bagged Cargo |
General (no dedicated import quay) |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
General (no dedicated export quay) |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
Quays 6-8 are mostly used for RoRo Vessels |
Other Imports |
n/a |
Port Handling Equipment
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
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Dockside Crane |
Yes |
2 |
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Container Gantries |
Yes |
2 Super post panamax gantry cranes |
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Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
6 Mobile cranes with capacity of 125-165 Tons
7 Mobile cranes with capacity of 100-120 Tons
10 Mobile cranes with capacity of 70-90 Tons
20 Mobile cranes with capacity of 40-65 Tons
11 Mobile cranes with capacity of 25-38 Tons) |
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Reachstacker |
Yes |
2 for Cont 20 & 40 |
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RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
Yes |
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Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
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Forklifts |
Yes |
24 forklifts |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
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Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
The CFS is under the management of CMA CGM. |
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Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Number of Reefer Stations |
124 (for either 20’’ or 40’’) |
Customs Guidance
- The receiving organization sends the Notification of Arrival to the C&F Agent
- The C&F Agent initiates the process by informing customs authorities of the expected date of arrival of the cargo, and all cargo details.
- The receiving organization sends all original documents to the C&F Agent
- The C&F Agent provides original documents to customs authorities.
- Generally, the cargo is cleared within 5-7 days (if all documents are in order).
- Once the cargo is cleared, the customs authorities provide a Release Note to the C&F Agent.
- The transport company can then bring trucks inside the port for onward dispatch of cargo.
- (Clearing & Forwarding Agent Contacts are available in the Port Contact List
Port Security
Lebanese authorities’ security and private security guards
Works 24/7 to protect and guard the Port and the Free Zone
A network of surveillance cameras with a fibre optics infrastructure
Security |
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ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |