DILI

• TLDIL
• Latitude: -8.54402
• Longitude: 125.576
• Indonesia
• Port in Timor-Leste

Location: Dili 04010 Timor-Leste

Marine Port Description and Specifications: Dili, Timor-Leste

Overview

Dili, the capital city of Timor-Leste, serves as the nation's premier maritime gateway. Being strategically situated on the northern coast of Timor island, Dili Port plays a crucial role in supporting the country's international trade, economic development, and connectivity.

Geographic Location

• Coordinates: Approximately 8°33'S and 125°34'E
• Climate: Tropical with distinct wet and dry seasons. The region experiences heavy rainfall from December to March. The port operations are, however, available year-round.

Port Infrastructure

• Docking Facilities: Dili port is equipped with multipurpose berths that can accommodate a diverse range of vessels.
  • Main Wharf: Around 350 meters in length, catering primarily to container ships, bulk carriers, and general cargo vessels.
• Depth: The port has an average depth of about 7 to 8 meters at low tide. Continuous dredging activities ensure that the draft is sufficient for medium-sized vessels.
• Handling Equipment: The port is furnished with a variety of cranes (mobile and gantry cranes), forklifts, and other cargo-handling equipment to facilitate efficient loading and unloading of goods.

Cargo Handling

• Types of Cargo: Dili port handles a wide range of cargo including:
  • Containers: Standardized containers, both 20-foot and 40-foot.
  • Bulk Cargo: Cement, grain, and other bulk commodities.
  • General Cargo: Machinery, vehicles, construction materials.
  • Liquid Bulk: Limited facilities for handling liquid bulk cargo like fuel and oil.
• Storage Facilities: The port offers open storage yards, covered warehouses, and container terminals.

Navigation and Accessibility

• Channel and Access: The port is accessible via a well-marked approach channel, suitable for night navigation with adequate lighting and navigation aids.
• Pilotage: Compulsory for all vessels, provided by experienced and licensed harbor pilots.
• Tug Services: Available for assistance with maneuvering and docking operations.

Services and Amenities

• Customs and Immigration: Onsite facilities ensure swift clearance processes for cargo and crew.
• Bunkering: Limited supplies of fuel and lubricants available.
• Ship Repair: Minor repair facilities are present, with more extensive services available through third-party contractors.
• Provisions and Supplies: Basic supplies and victuals can be procured within the port area or in the city.

Connectivity

• Road Infrastructure: Adequate road connections link the port with major urban centers in Timor-Leste, facilitating the movement of goods to and from the hinterland.
• International Links: Regular commercial shipping services connect Dili with regional hubs such as Singapore, Australia, and other Southeast Asian countries.

Port Management and Development

• Authority: Managed by the Timor-Leste Port Authority (APORTIL).
• Development Plans: Continuous improvements and expansions are underway to enhance capacity, efficiency, and facilities, including container terminal expansion and infrastructure modernization.

Dili Port, with its strategic significance and ongoing development efforts, remains a pivotal component of Timor-Leste's maritime infrastructure, aiming to bolster economic growth and international trade.