Port of Carboneras

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About Port of Carboneras

This Spanish port in Almería handles bulk cargo, primarily for the adjacent cement plant. It accommodates large vessels and features compulsory pilotage and tug services.

Background
Carboneras is a municipality of Almería province, in the autonomous community of Andalusia, Spain.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38395 →
GeoNames ID
11279462 →
Wikidata
Q1110337 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.carboneras.es →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ESCRS
Country
🇪🇸Spain
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
ES-AL
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
36.9771°
Longitude
-1.8972°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Carboneras?

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The approach to Carboneras is supported by 1 navigation aid within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Islote de la Aguilica Lighthouse at 30.1 NM to the NNE. Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Carboneras?

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The Port of Carboneras is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Carboneras?

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You can track vessels near Carboneras (ESCRS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Carboneras?

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The Port of Carboneras is a port in ES. Its UN/LOCODE is ESCRS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE ESCRS mean?

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The first two characters, ES, are the ISO country code for ES. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Carboneras?

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The Port of Carboneras operates in the UTC+1 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.