Spain

Port of Aviles (ES AVS)

Spain
Port of Aviles, Spain © Roberto García · CC BY 2.0
Port information
UN/LOCODE ES AVS
Coordinates 43.6000, -5.9333 (43°36′N 5°56′W)
Nearest city Avilés
Body of water Bay of Biscay; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Small
Harbor type Canal or lake
Shelter Excellent
Tidal range 3 m
Channel depth 9.4 m
Anchorage depth 12.5 m
Cargo pier depth 11 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Repairs Limited
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves
Cranes
Fixed crane Mobile crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 10.17

Aviles is a seaport on the coast of Spain, handling commercial vessel traffic. The harbor is classed as Small, with a Canal or lake layout. The channel depth runs to 9.4 m, a key limit on vessel draft. The port lies close to Avilés, the nearest major population center.

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