LP 55/2016 Libya: Latest Information on Port Closures
The Club has received the following information in relation to Libya’s ports:
Open Ports:
Mellitah
Zawia
Tripoli
Misurata
Marsa El Brega
Tobruk
Al Khoms
Marsa El Hariga
Farwah
Bouri
Closed ports:
Benghazi
Derna
Es Sider
Ras Lanuf
Sirte
Zuetina
It has been reported that shipments of crude oil have resumed from Marsa el Hariga in eastern Libya after the country’s two rival administrations struck a deal on oil exports.
Members should report their schedules (to local port agents) prior to arrival at any Libyan port, including a declaration of the vessel’s sailing route, whether they are loading or discharging cargo and the type of cargo on board, so that the agents can notify the appropriate authorities.
Vessels should avoid navigating in the coastal waters of Benghazi, Derna and Sirte.
The above information is correct as of 1 July 2016.