Italy

Port of Taranto (IT TAR)

UN/LOCODE
IT TAR
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
14 m
Nearest city
Taranto
Body of water
Golfo di Taranto; Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Italy
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Port information
Coordinates
40.4667, 17.2000 (40°28′N 17°12′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Coastal, breakwater
Shelter
Good
Anchorage depth
11 m
Cargo pier depth
15.5 m
Oil terminal depth
21.6 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory: Yes Pilotage available: Yes Tug assistance: Yes Quarantine / pratique: Yes Repairs: Emergency only Marine railway (slipway): Medium Medical facilities: Yes Rail connection: Yes Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Container Mediterranean mooring Oil terminal
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts over 100 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
27.93
Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 27.93

Located in Italy, the port of Taranto serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Taranto has a Large harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Taranto work with a channel depth of 14.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Taranto located?
Taranto is a seaport in Italy.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Taranto?
The UN/LOCODE for Taranto is IT TAR.
What is the channel depth at Taranto?
The channel depth at Taranto is 14 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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