Maritime Agency · Port of Djibouti
From the world
to Djibouti.
Oceangate facilitates every port call with tailor-made solutions, rapid execution, and transparent follow-up — 24/7, in six languages, at the gateway of the Red Sea.
Our mission
Next-generation
maritime services.
Oceangate provides local, fast, human, and hassle-free maritime services. We don't just manage port calls — we create a seamless, proactive, and reassuring experience for shipowners and crews.
Our teams are available around the clock with no language barriers: French, English, Somali, Arabic, Afar, and Chinese. Real-time digital transparency at every step — no surprises, no ambiguity.
- Direct access to the Red Sea & global trade routes
- Modern & continuously improving infrastructure
- Efficient port services & proactive operations
The Trusted Partner
A global maritime hub
Strategic gateway
between continents.
Located at the crossroads of the Red Sea and the Gulf of Aden, Djibouti has established itself as a key player in global maritime trade. Its coasts welcome ships from Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.
With the opening of the Suez Canal, Djibouti became an essential stopover for international shipping. Its port — among the most modern in Africa — now supports regional logistics and maritime security.
From artisanal fishing to large-scale transit operations, Djibouti's maritime world blends tradition, innovation, and international ambition.
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Major Port
Modern facilities & logistics
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Global Reach
Between continents
What we do
Nine services.
One standard.
A complete range of maritime operations, engineered for vessels, crews, and partners who expect precision at every stage.
Ship Agency
Commercial, military, and offshore vessels. Coordinating arrivals, departures, docking, and all port formalities.
Cargo Handling
Efficient loading, unloading, and transportation of goods with rigorous logistics oversight.
Customs & Admin
Managing permits, documentation, and regulatory compliance across all jurisdictions.
Digital Reporting
Keeping accurate records and digital traceability of all operations, shared in real time.
Shipowners' Representation
Safeguarding legal, financial, and operational interests of our partners in Djibouti.
Bunkering & Ship Supply
Supplying fuel, provisions, and essential materials for vessels of every class.
Technical Assistance
On-demand maintenance, spare parts supply, and rapid problem-solving for emergencies.
Crew Services
Crew change, embarkation and disembarkation, immigration, hotels, flights, ground transport, and medical assistance — 24/7.
Logistics & Warehousing
End-to-end logistics from vessel discharge to inland delivery — trucking, transit, and warehousing across Djibouti and the corridor.
24 / 7
Operational availability
6
Languages spoken
N°1
Port in East Africa
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Partner commitment
Heritage
Three centuries of
maritime legacy.
19th century
The beginnings of Djibouti's port
A strategic foothold established at the mouth of the Red Sea, the port of Djibouti opens its gates to the world.
20th century
An essential stop on the Red Sea route
With the Suez Canal operating at full capacity, Djibouti establishes itself as an unavoidable call on the world's busiest maritime corridor.
21st century
A strategic hub — and Oceangate as its reference
Through the sustained investment and innovation led by the Ports and Free Zones Authority, Djibouti has become one of the region's most strategic maritime hubs. Carried by this international standing, Oceangate stands today as the essential partner for every operator engaged in commercial maritime activity.
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what matters.
Office
Héron, Djibouti
Horizon Building
Direct lines
Operating hours
24 / 7 · 365
FR · EN · Somali · Arabic · Afar · 中文