Madagascar

Port of Toamasina (MG TOA)

Madagascar
Port of Toamasina, Madagascar © JialiangGao www.peace-on-earth.org · CC BY-SA 4.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE MG TOA
Coordinates -18.1667, 49.4167 (18°10′S 49°25′E)
Nearest city Toamasina
Body of water Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 9.4 m
Anchorage depth 14 m
Cargo pier depth 4.9 m
Oil terminal depth 12.5 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 292 m × 40 m × 14 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Limited
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Facilities
RoRo Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #225
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 49.26

Toamasina is a seaport on the coast of Madagascar, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Coastal, breakwater layout. The channel depth runs to 9.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Toamasina located?
Toamasina is a seaport in Madagascar.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Toamasina?
The UN/LOCODE for Toamasina is MG TOA.
What is the channel depth at Toamasina?
The channel depth at Toamasina is 9.4 m.
Nearby ports
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