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Port of Fos-sur-Mer

FRFOS🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Fos-sur-Mer

Fos-sur-Mer is a major French seaport on the Mediterranean coast. It handles a wide variety of cargo including bulk, containers, and liquid fuels, serving vessel types from tankers to general cargo ships. The port operates with compulsory pilotage and tug assistance.

Background
Fos-sur-Mer is a port town and commune in the Bouches-du-Rhône department in southern France. It is one of the busiest ports in Europe despite its small size.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
22ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
M
Repair Code
B
Terminals
2

History

Established
1972
Operator (Wikidata ID)
Elengy

Terminals (2)

EUROFOS

EUROFOS

Darse 2 Sector 86 Graveleau, BP: CS 50002, 13516 Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône Cedex, France

www.eurofos.fr →

SEAYARD

SEAYARD

Terminal à containeur Nord 2XL, 13516 Port-Saint-Louis-du-Rhône, France

www.seayard.com →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRFOS
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
ANCH (Anchorage)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
FR-13
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
43.4229°
Longitude
4.8651°

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38775 →
GeoNames ID
3017676 →
Wikidata
Q455657 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.fossurmer.fr →

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
The approach to Fos-sur-Mer is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Port de Fos Range Rear Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the S. Other aids include Pointe de Berre (3.3 NM E), Môle Graveleau Range Rear (3.5 NM SW), Pain de Sucre (10.1 NM SE), Carry-le-Rouet Môle (13.8 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
The Port of Fos-sur-Mer 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 Fos-sur-Mer?+
You can track vessels near Fos-sur-Mer (FRFOS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for FRFOS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
The Port of Fos-sur-Mer 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.
What is the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
FOS SUR MER (UN/Locode: FRFOS), France is a seaport located at approximately 43.42290° N, 4.86513° E.
Where is the Port of Fos-sur-Mer located?+
Coordinates: 43.42290° N, 4.86513° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORT DE BOUC — UN/Locode: FRPDB — 43.39715° N, 4.98321° ELAVERA — UN/Locode: FRLAV — 43.39706° N, 4.99402° ECARONTE — UN/Locode: FRCOZ — 43.40324° N, 5.01492° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Fos-sur-Mer?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Bunkering, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.