Tunisia

Port of Rades (TN RDS)

Tunisia
Port of Rades, Tunisia © CarlesVA on ca.wikipedia or eo.wikipedia · Public domain
Port information
UN/LOCODE TN RDS
Coordinates 36.8167, 10.3000 (36°49′N 10°18′E)
Region TN-11
Nearest city Radès
Body of water Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Harbor
Harbor size Very small
Harbor type Coastal, breakwater
Shelter Fair
Tidal range 1 m
Channel depth 9.4 m
Cargo pier depth 9.4 m
Oil terminal depth 7.9 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Nearest airport Yes
Overhead limits Yes
Cranes
Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel
Ratings
  • Container Port Performance Index (2025): #238
  • Liner Shipping Connectivity Index: 29.92

Located in Tunisia, the port of Rades serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Rades has a Very small harbor of the Coastal, breakwater type. Ships approaching Rades work with a channel depth of 9.4 m. Radès is the nearest city to Rades, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Rades located?
Rades is a seaport in Tunisia, near Radès.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rades?
The UN/LOCODE for Rades is TN RDS.
What is the channel depth at Rades?
The channel depth at Rades is 9.4 m.
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