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2.1.1 Libya Port of Tripoli Port Overview 2.1.1 Libya Port of Tripoli Port Overview The Port of Tripoli is the principal sea port in Tripoli, the capital of Libya, and one of the oldest ports in the Mediterranean. It is managed and operated by the Libyan Ports Company, and handles different types of products, including containerized and bulk cargo, livestock, chemical and oil, etc. The port is protected by two breakwaters of 2000 and 700 meters, and the harbour covers about 500 hectares, and can accommodate vessels to 190 meters long with a maximum draft of 10.5 meters. The maximum annual capacity of the port is about 4 million mt. Port Location and Contact Country Libya Province or District Tripoli Nearest Town or City Tripoli City with Distance from Port (The port is located in downtown Tripoli) Port's Complete Name Port of Tripoli Latitude (32.903916) Longitude (13.178740) Managing Company or Port Authority Libyan Ports Company Management Contact Person Mr. Salem Bader Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures Mitiga Airport – MJI 1. Libyan Airlines 2. Afriqiyah Airways 3. Buraq Air 4. Libyan Wings 5. Global Aviation and Services Group Port Picture Page 1 - Zone 1 includes: Storage area 1 & Berths 5, W6, 6, 6E, 7, 8, and 9. - Zone 2 includes: Storage area 2 & Berths 10, 11, 12, 13, and 14. - Zone 3 includes: Storage area 3 & Berths 15, 16, 17, and 18. - Zone 4 includes: Storage area 4 & Berths 19, 20, 21, 22, and 23. - Zone 5 includes: Storage area 5 & Berths 24, 25, 26, 27, 28, 29, 30, and 31. Description and Contacts of Key Companies Mr. Jamal Khalel Port Operations Manager +218927059703 Mr. Mohamed Amora Storage and handling Manager +218923001438 Please visit the following link for more contacts details: http://www.lma.ly/index.php/2015-03-14-15-07-55 Port Performance The channel draft at the port has a maximum of 12 metres, and vessels with a maximum depth of 10.5m can access the port. The port is generally not congested; cargo moves smoothly through the port, and there is no delay for incoming vessels. The average waiting time (between arrival and berthing) is a few hours to one day maximum, but priority is given to humanitarian cargo. Handling Figures for YEAR 2017 Vessel Calls About 500 vessels Page 2 Container Traffic (TEUs) About 35,000 to 45,000 Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for YEAR 2017 Bulk (MT) About 745,000.00 Break bulk (MT) N/A Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges The main charges of handling*: Bulk: 5.3 LYD/m3 Break bulk: 50.00 LYD/Container (20 ft and 40 ft have the same rate) *storage fees aren't included Berthing Specifications Type of Berth Quantity Length Maximum (m) Draft (m) Conventional Berth 1 37.7 10.5 Container Berth 30 3,875.8 10.5 Silo Berth 6 910.0 10.5 Berthing Tugs 30 3,875.8 10.5 General Cargo Handling Berths Cargo Type Berth Identification Imports - Bagged Cargo All berths could be used Exports - Bagged Cargo All berths could be used Imports and Exports - RoRo Berth No. 6 is used for RoRo Port Handling Equipment The port equipment managed by the government through the Libyan Ports Company. Equipment Available Total Quantity and Capacity Available Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage Dockside Crane Yes 4 Good Container Gantries No Mobile Cranes Yes 4 2 are in good conditions & 2 are under maintenance Reachstacker Yes 12 8 are in good conditions & 4 are under maintenance RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) Yes 14 Good Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines Yes 3 2 are in good condition & 1 is under maintenance Transtainer No Page 3 Forklifts Yes 23 Good Container Facilities Facilities 20 ft. 40 ft. Container Facilities 5 Mixed storage Areas for 20 & 40 ft. 5 Mixed storage Areas Available for 20 & 40 ft. Container Freight 5 Mixed storage Areas for 20 & 40 ft. 5 Mixed storage Areas Station (CFS) for 20 & 40 ft. Refrigerated 1 Storage area containing 250 electricity plugs can supply a maximum of 250 reefers, with a total The same for 40 ft Container Stations storage space area about (11,620.00 m2 ). containers. Other Capacity Though work on this area has been suspended, a new storage area for 20 and 40 ft containers Details was being prepared. Daily Take Off The maximum capacity is 2500 containers of 20 & 40 ft. per day. Capacity (Containers per Day) Number of Reefer 1 Storage area containing 250 electricity plugs can supply a maximum of 250 reefers with a total Stations storage space area of about (11,620.00 m2 ). (Connection Points) Emergency Take-off About 2500 containers of 20 & 40 ft. per day. Capacity Off take Capacity of N/A Gang Shift (Containers per Shift) Customs Guidance According to national legislation, all humanitarian cargo is exempt from duties and taxes. An exemption letter/certificate should be obtained from the MoFA and sent to the port authority prior to the arrival of the shipment. Once the customs clearance agent provides all clearance documents and finalizes the process, the shipment will be temporarily released, and transported (the shipment will be escorted by customs police) to the organization’s warehouse. It usually takes 1 to 3 working days to temporarily clear a shipment. The container will be closed and sealed until the Food and Drug Control Centre tests the commodities and confirms the compliance of the shipment with Libyan standards, before issuing the final release. Port Working Hours: Saturday to Thursday, 7:00 am to 6:00 pm. The port still runs limited activities outside of the working hours and holidays, based on need. Head of Tripoli Port Customs: Mr. Tareq Emara +218925164022 For more information on customs in Libya, please see the following link: 1.3 Libya Customs Information Terminal Information MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL The passenger terminal is part of Tripoli port, but it has not been operational for many years. RoRo facilities: Berth no. 6, as shown above is used for RoRo shipments, using the same storage areas mentioned. Page 4 GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING The available handling option at the port is to discharge grain and bulk directly onto trucks or any mobile tanks, and to store it outside of the port, as the grain storage facility available at the port is already fully occupied and in use by another government company. MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL The main storage facilities are the following: Two indoor areas for bagged cargo of about 3,780.00 m2 and about 10,070.00 m3. These areas are available for rent. A space of about 11,620 m2 can be made available to store refrigerated cargo and can provide electricity plugs for 250 Reefer size 40 ft containers. Storage Type Number of Storage Facilities Area (m2) Bagged Cargo 2 indoor warehouses can be used 3780 Refrigerated Cargo A space with and electricity plugs for 250 Reefer size 40 ft containers 11620 General Cargo 5 outdoor storage area can be used 213,529 m2 Stevedoring The port is operated by the government through the Libyan Ports Company, which employs a total of 750 people, 550 in ground operations and handling, and 200 in management of the port facilities and activities. Hinterland Information All items cleared are moved out of the port by private trucks. The trucks are categorized by size and type, each truck has a sequence number, and all are recorded in a waiting list. The trucks’ movement process is managed by the Union of Trucks. Port Security Page 5 The port is located close to downtown Tripoli on the northern coast. Security guards are stationed 24/7 at the main gates and there are also 3 high-speed patrol boats. The port is equipped with surveillance cameras that cover all storage areas. There have been no attacks at the port in 2018, and the risks to vessels conducting operations at the port is assessed to be low. Security ISPS Compliant Yes Current ISPS Level 2 (Level 1 = Normal, Level 2 = Heightened, Level 3 = Exceptional) Police Boats Yes Fire Engines Yes Page 6.
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