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Port of Lavéra

FRLAV🇫🇷France

Port Location

About Port of Lavéra

Also known as: Port Petrolier de Lavera, Port Pétrolier de Lavéra, Port de Lavera, Port de Lavéra

Lavéra is a French port situated on the Mediterranean coast. It primarily handles crude oil and refined petroleum products, serving as a key facility for the adjacent refinery. Gas carriers and tankers are the principal vessel types utilizing its berths.

Background
La raffinerie de Lavéra est une raffinerie de pétrole brut, située à Lavéra, un quartier côtier de Martigues, dans le département des Bouches-du-Rhône, en France.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
11ft
Elevation
12m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
A

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38780 →
GeoNames ID
3005692 →
Wikidata
Q3417393 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
FRLAV
Country
🇫🇷France
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
FR-13
Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
43.3971°
Longitude
4.9940°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Lavéra?+
The approach to Lavéra is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe de Berre Lighthouse at 3 NM to the NW. Other aids include Pain de Sucre (5 NM SSE), Port de Fos Range Rear (5.8 NM W), Carry-le-Rouet Môle (8.1 NM ESE), Môle Graveleau Range Rear (8.3 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Lavéra?+
The Port of Lavéra 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 Lavéra?+
You can track vessels near Lavéra (FRLAV) 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 FRLAV on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Lavéra?+
The Port of Lavéra 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 Lavéra?+
LAVERA (UN/Locode: FRLAV), France is a seaport located at approximately 43.39706° N, 4.99402° E.
Where is the Port of Lavéra located?+
Coordinates: 43.39706° N, 4.99402° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORT DE BOUC — UN/Locode: FRPDB — 43.39715° N, 4.98321° ECARONTE — UN/Locode: FRCOZ — 43.40324° N, 5.01492° EFOS SUR MER — UN/Locode: FRFOS — 43.42290° N, 4.86513° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Lavéra?+
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 Lavéra?+
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 Lavéra?+
Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier and Tanker.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Lavéra?+
Service providers include Sandvik Marine Electronics.