Mauritius

Port of Port Louis (MU PLU)

Mauritius
Port information
UN/LOCODE MU PLU
Coordinates -20.1500, 57.5000 (20°09′S 57°30′E)
Nearest city Port Louis
Body of water Indian Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Good
Tidal range 0.6 m
Channel depth 11 m
Anchorage depth 20 m
Cargo pier depth 7.9 m
Oil terminal depth 11 m
Max. vessel (L × B × draft) 366.4 m × 15.5 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Breakbulk Container Solid bulk Liquid bulk Mediterranean mooring
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #369
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 159.13

Located in Mauritius, the port of Port Louis serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Port Louis has a Small harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Port Louis work with a channel depth of 11.0 m.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Port Louis located?
Port Louis is a seaport in Mauritius.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Port Louis?
The UN/LOCODE for Port Louis is MU PLU.
What is the channel depth at Port Louis?
The channel depth at Port Louis is 11 m.
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