Italy

Port of Messina (IT MSN)

Italy
Port of Messina, Italy © Intruder1319 · Public domain
Port information
UN/LOCODE IT MSN
Coordinates 38.2000, 15.5667 (38°12′N 15°34′E)
Nearest city Messina
Body of water Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 23.2 m
Anchorage depth 11 m
Cargo pier depth 7.9 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Major
Dry dock Medium
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits No
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Located in Italy, the port of Messina serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Messina has a Large harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Messina work with a channel depth of 23.2 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Messina located?
Messina is a seaport in Italy.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Messina?
The UN/LOCODE for Messina is IT MSN.
What is the channel depth at Messina?
The channel depth at Messina is 23.2 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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