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Marsa El Hamra Terminal offshore SBM

Maritime Services at Marsa El Hamra Terminal, El Alamein

Marsa El Hamra Terminal (Al Hamra Port), located near El Alamein on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, is an offshore crude oil terminal operating through Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems serving Aframax and Suezmax tankers.

Led by Captain Adel Hassan, Marine Trust delivers unmatched maritime solutions at Al Hamra Port. With decades of hands-on experience in port operations, vessel handling, and pilotage in Egypt’s key petroleum ports, we make every ship call smooth, fast, and hassle-free.  

Marsa El Hamra Terminal, located near El Alamein on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast, is an offshore crude oil terminal supporting tanker operations through Single Point Mooring (SPM) facilities.

If you are planning a vessel call at Al Hamra Port, Contact us to discuss how we can support your operations. 

Marine Trust operates across Egyptian petroleum terminals with specialised focus on Al Hamra Port offshore operations. Our experience extends throughout Egypt’s maritime petroleum infrastructure, from Mediterranean ports to Suez Canal terminals. 

Captain Adel Hassan’s 13-year tenure as Marine Operations Manager at Al Hamra Port provides unparalleled operational knowledge of this offshore SBM facility. We focus exclusively on safe and efficient vessel operations at petroleum terminals. Our approach combines technical expertise with practical operational knowledge gained from managing thousands of crude oil tanker calls at Al Hamra Port between 2007 and 2020.

Captain Adel Hassan: Former Terminal Operations Manager

Between 2007 and 2020, Captain Adel Hassan held senior authority at Al Hamra Port. He personally authorized every mooring window, assigned every marine pilot, and oversaw every SBM procedure for crude oil tankers calling at the offshore terminal.

His Terminal Experience:

  • Chief Pilot & Marine Operations Manager (2007-2020)
  • Personally piloted 1,000+ crude oil tankers at Al Hamra Port
  • Managed team of 3 marine pilots
  • Supervised all berthing and unberthing procedures at offshore SBM • Established safety protocols still in use today
  • Zero major incidents throughout 13-year tenure

In 2020, Captain Adel Hassan founded Marine Trust Agency to use his insider knowledge exclusively for vessel owners, charterers, and operators calling at Al Hamra Port and other Egyptian petroleum terminals.

About Al Hamra Port (Marsa El Hamra Terminal)

Terminal Specification: 

LocationEl Alamein, Mediterranean Coast, Egypt
Terminal TypeOffshore Single Buoy Mooring (SBM)
Maximum Capacity150,000 DWT
Maximum Draft16.3 meters
Vessel TypesAframax (120,000 DWT), Suezmax (150,000 DWT)
Mooring HoursDaylight hours ONLY
Unmooring HoursAll times — day and night
Weather RequiredGood weather for mooring operations
Cargo Duration18 to 28 hours (loading/discharging)
Storage OperationsExtended stay coordination available

Critical Operating Rules

Mooring: Daylight hours ONLY (safety requirement for offshore SBM). Unmooring: All times — day and night. Weather: Good conditions required for mooring at offshore terminal. Cargo Duration: 18 to 28 hours (loading/discharging). These offshore terminal restrictions require expert planning and local knowledge. Captain Adel Hassan provides this through 13 years of terminal management experience at Marsa El Hamra.

Expertise in Petroleum Terminal Operations

Al Hamra Port is a specialized crude oil offshore terminal requiring deep understanding of petroleum operations, terminal safety procedures, and offshore SBM coordination. Marine Trust brings 13 years of terminal management experience to every vessel call.

  • Experience with Crude Oil Vessels: Captain Adel Hassan personally managed operations for over 1,000 crude oil tankers at Al Hamra Port including Aframax tankers (80,000-120,000 DWT), Suezmax tankers (120,000-150,000 DWT), and specialized petroleum product carriers. This experience covers all operational scenarios from routine cargo operations to emergency response situations. We understand the technical requirements of crude oil and petroleum product vessels calling at offshore terminals. Our operational knowledge includes ballast operations coordination, cargo tank preparation requirements, loading and discharge rate optimization for offshore operations, and specialized procedures for different crude oil grades.
  • Terminal Safety Procedures: Safety is paramount at offshore petroleum terminals. Marine Trust applies rigorous safety protocols developed during 13 years of zero-incident operations at Al Hamra Port. Our safety approach includes pre-arrival risk assessment, weather window evaluation for offshore mooring, safety zone enforcement during operations, emergency response coordination, and continuous monitoring throughout vessel stay. Captain Adel Hassan established many of the safety protocols currently used at Al Hamra Port. This includes mooring procedures for offshore SBM, weather criteria for safe operations, emergency disconnect procedures, and coordination protocols between vessel, terminal, and port authorities.
  • Coordination with Terminal Operators: Effective coordination with terminal operators is essential for efficient offshore operations. Marine Trust maintains direct relationships with Al Hamra Port terminal management, marine pilots, and operational teams built over 13 years of daily collaboration. Our terminal coordination services include pre-arrival communication with terminal operators, cargo operation scheduling and optimization, shore readiness confirmation before vessel arrival, operational updates throughout loading or discharging, and post-operation reporting and documentation.

What Makes Marine Trust Different -Efficiency & Reliability

Aframax tanker at Marsa El Hamra Terminal

From customs clearance to cargo coordination and crew management, we ensure efficiency, reliability, and peace of mind for ship owners and charterers operating at Al Hamra Port. Our specialised knowledge of the port’s procedures allows us to mitigate risks, avoid unnecessary delays, and keep operations running smoothly.

With 13 years of hands-on experience managing the port, we bring deep practical knowledge built through daily observation and direct involvement in its operations. Our background in terminal management enables us to communicate seamlessly with terminals and understand operational priorities from both sides. We also work closely with pilots, providing consultation and contributing to their training, which strengthens coordination during critical harbour movements. This experience allows us to anticipate challenges, respond quickly when issues arise, and accurately assess weather windows to support safe and efficient operations.

If you’re looking for a trusted partner at Al Hamra Port, contact us via the form, email us, or call our team today to discuss how we can support your vessel and operations.

Frequently Asked Question

Marsa El Hamra Terminal is located near El Alamein on Egypt’s Mediterranean coast. It operates as an offshore crude oil loading and discharging terminal using Single Point Mooring (SPM) systems.

The terminal mainly handles crude oil tankers including Aframax and Suezmax vessels with capacities up to approximately 150,000 DWT.

Mooring operations at Marsa El Hamra Terminal are normally conducted during daylight hours due to offshore SBM safety requirements, while unmooring operations may be carried out both day and night depending on operational conditions.

Marine Trust provides operational coordination, port agency services, tanker support, and vessel assistance for ships calling at Marsa El Hamra Terminal and other petroleum terminals in Egypt.

No. Crew changes are not conducted at Marsa El Hamra Terminal as it is an offshore Single Point Mooring crude oil terminal dedicated to tanker loading and discharging operations.

Expert Tanker Handling & Pilotage at Marsa Al Hamra Terminal.