F. 7000 Mts. This area was utilized in previous years as one of the major storage places. The estimated capacity of this area is 12-13,000 Mts. The Djibouti port authority is a commercial and industrial body with financial autonomy, administered by a board of directors. Djibouti's geographical location is an important advantage to the port and is highly benefited from a transshipment cargo business which is upto half of the total traffic.
Vessels calling Djibouti port can enter the harbor day and night time to all the berths available.
As many as 100 vessels could stay at anchorage which has a good holding ground. Djibouti now provides the complete range of services required by international shipping companies. There are a total of 13 Berths, which is more by 7 compared to ports of Assab and Massaw. Berth with a limited quay strength is kept as reserve. Most berths are equipped for bunkers and water supply but all have rail access.