Port Sudan
Port Sudan (Arabic: بور سودان Būr Sūdān) is a port city in eastern Sudan, and the capital of the state of Red Sea. As of 2007, it has 489,725 residents. Located on the Red Sea, it is the Republic of Sudan's main port city.
History
Port Sudan was built in 1905 to replace Sawākin (Suakin). An oil pipeline was between the port and Khartoum in 1977.
Economy
The city has an oil refinery and handles the majority of the country's international trade. Major exports include oilseed, senna, and hides and skins. Imports include construction materials, heavy machinery, and vehicles.
Transport
The city has a modern container-port to handle imports and exports. The main airport is Port Sudan New International Airport. There is now a tarred road linking Port Sudan to Khartoum via Atbara. Port Sudan also has a rail link with Khartoum. There is also a international ferry from Jeddah.
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