It is located in the North Sinai Governorate on the border between Egypt and the Gaza Strip. Its total area is (72 thousand square metres). The port was fully developed in 2005. This port is located in the North Sinai Governorate on the borders of the Arab Republic of Egypt with the Palestinian Authority. This port is considered Egypt’s eastern gateway as a crossing point. It connects it with the countries of the Arab Levant and the rest of the countries in the continents of Asia and Europe. This port is designated for passenger and cargo transportation services and the port operates throughout the entire day.