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The log · Port & regional guides · 30 May 2026 · By Sherif Awad, Owner, GeoMarineHub
Jeddah Islamic Port: Bunkering & Ship Supply Guide
Everything vessels need to know about bunkering and ship supply at Jeddah Islamic Port, Saudi Arabia's largest Red Sea gateway on the Bab-el-Mandeb to Suez route.
Jeddah Islamic Port: Bunkering & Ship Supply Guide
Everything vessels need to know about bunkering and shipsupply at Jeddah Islamic Port, Saudi Arabia's largest RedSea gateway on the Bab-el-Mandeb to Suez route.
Geomarine Maritime Team
For vessels transiting the Red Sea, few ports are as strategically placed as Jeddah. Sitting roughly midway on the corridor between the Bab-el-Mandeb strait and the Suez Canal, it offers a natural point for bunkers, provisions and crew support. This guide explains how bunkering and ship supply work at the port and how to plan an efficient call.
A Strategic Red Sea Position
Jeddah Islamic Port is Saudi Arabia's largest and busiest port, handling a major share of the Kingdom's container and general cargo. Its location on the world's key north–south Red Sea shipping lane — linking the Indian Ocean and Asia with the Mediterranean via Suez — makes it a logical stop for liner services and tramp vessels alike. For ships that do not need to deviate far from the main lane, Jeddah is often the most efficient resupply option on the western coast.
Bunkering Grades & Quality
Bunkers at Jeddah cover the standard marine grades. VLSFO (0.50% sulphur very low sulphur fuel oil) is the default compliant fuel under IMO 2020 for vessels without scrubbers, while MGO (marine gas oil) serves auxiliary engines and tighter-spec needs. Scrubber-fitted ships may take HSFO where available. Always confirm the fuel meets the agreed ISO 8217 specification, insist on a properly documented Bunker Delivery Note (BDN), and take a representative sealed sample at the point of custody transfer to protect against off-spec claims.
Alongside vs Anchorage Delivery
Bunkers and stores can be delivered either alongside the berth or at anchorage by barge or launch. Anchorage delivery is common for vessels making a short call purely to refuel or store, avoiding berth costs but adding launch logistics and weather dependency. Alongside delivery suits ships already berthed for cargo operations. The choice affects timing, launch hire and coordination, so agree the plan with your agent and supplier before arrival to avoid demurrage and idle time.
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