Italy

Port of Catania (IT CTA)

Italy
Port of Catania, Italy © Francesco Lombardi · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE IT CTA
Coordinates 37.5000, 15.1000 (37°30′N 15°06′E)
Region IT-CT
Nearest city Catania
Body of water Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Harbor
Harbor size Medium
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Fair
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 11.12

Catania operates as a working harbor in Italy, linked to regional and international trade routes. A Medium harbor laid out as Coastal, breakwater sets the scale of operations at Catania. Draft at the approach to Catania is constrained by a 11.0 m channel depth.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Catania located?
Catania is a seaport in Italy.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Catania?
The UN/LOCODE for Catania is IT CTA.
What is the channel depth at Catania?
The channel depth at Catania is 11 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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