France

Port of Fos (FR FOS)

France
Port information
UN/LOCODE FR FOS
Coordinates 43.4167, 4.8833 (43°25′N 4°53′E)
Region FR-13
Nearest city Fos
Body of water Gulf of Lion; Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Fair
Channel depth 21.6 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Oil terminal depth 20.1 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Small
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 333.88

Fos operates as a working harbor in France, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Very small harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Fos. Draft at the approach to Fos is constrained by a 21.6 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Fos located?
Fos is a seaport in France.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Fos?
The UN/LOCODE for Fos is FR FOS.
What is the channel depth at Fos?
The channel depth at Fos is 21.6 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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