Port of Fort De France (MQ FDF)
Martinique
| Port information | |
|---|---|
| UN/LOCODE | MQ FDF |
| Coordinates | 14.6000, -61.0667 (14°36′N 61°04′W) |
| Nearest city | Fort-de-France |
| Body of water | Caribbean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean |
| First port of entry | Yes |
| Harbor | |
|---|---|
| Harbor size | Medium |
| Harbor type | Open roadstead |
| Shelter | Good |
| Tidal range | 1 m |
| Channel depth | 9.4 m |
| Anchorage depth | 9.4 m |
| Cargo pier depth | 12.5 m |
| Oil terminal depth | 14 m |
| Services | |
|---|---|
| Pilotage compulsory | Yes |
| Pilotage available | Yes |
| Tug assistance | Yes |
| Quarantine / pratique | Yes |
| Repairs | Limited |
| Dry dock | Medium |
| Medical facilities | Yes |
| Nearest airport | Yes |
| Entrance restricted by ice | No |
| Entrance restricted by tide | No |
| Overhead limits | No |
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Mobile crane
Lifts up to 24 t
Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil
Fresh water
Provisions
Ratings
Fort De France is a seaport on the coast of Martinique, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Medium, with a Open roadstead layout. The channel depth runs to 9.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Fort-de-France, the nearest major population center.
Frequently asked questions
- Where is the port of Fort De France located?
- Fort De France is a seaport in Martinique, near Fort-de-France.
- What is the UN/LOCODE of Fort De France?
- The UN/LOCODE for Fort De France is MQ FDF.
- What is the channel depth at Fort De France?
- The channel depth at Fort De France is 9.4 m.
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- Kingstown Saint Vincent and the Grenadines 162 km
- Basse Terre Guadeloupe 171 km
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Distance to major hubs
- Shanghai China 14917 km
- Rotterdam Netherlands 7068 km
- Los Angeles USA 6098 km
- Mina Jabal Ali United Arab Emirates 11815 km
- Hamburg Germany 7458 km
- Santos Brazil 4578 km
- Durban South Africa 11014 km
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