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Port of Marina di Carrara

ITMDC🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Marina di Carrara

Marina di Carrara is a small Italian port on the Ligurian Sea, handling bulk carriers, container ships, and general cargo vessels. It features mobile cranes and facilities for wharf and anchorage loading/offloading.

Background
Carrara is a town and comune in Tuscany, in central Italy, of the province of Massa and Carrara, and notable for the white or blue-grey marble quarried there. It is on the Carrione River, some 100 kilometres (62 mi) west-northwest of Florence. Its motto is Latin: "Fortitudo mea in rota", a reference firstly to the marble shipping industry from Roman times onwards.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9.03m
Channel Depth
13ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
39550 →
GeoNames ID
10402158 →
Wikidata
Q13372 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.carrara.ms.it →
Seamark Type
harbour

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ITMDC
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Ligurean Sea
Body of Water
Ligurian Sea
Latitude
44.0321°
Longitude
10.0406°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
The controlling depth at Marina di Carrara is 9.03 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
The approach to Marina di Carrara is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Marina di Carrara Lighthouse at 0.3 NM to the NNW. Other aids include Marina di Carrara Leading (0.3 NM WNW), La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Est (Rada di La Spezia) (7.5 NM WNW), Punta Santa Teresa (7.5 NM WNW), Torre della Scuola (8 NM W). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Marina di Carrara on?+
The Port of Marina di Carrara is situated on the Mediterranean Sea in IT. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
You can track vessels near Marina di Carrara (ITMDC) 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 ITMDC on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
The Port of Marina di Carrara 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 Marina di Carrara?+
MARINA DI CARRARA (UN/Locode: ITMDC), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 44.03212° N, 10.04062° E.
Where is the Port of Marina di Carrara located?+
Coordinates: 44.03212° N, 10.04062° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LA SPEZIA — UN/Locode: ITSPE — 44.10472° N, 9.83751° EVIAREGGIO — UN/Locode: ITVIA — 43.86002° N, 10.24298° EMARINA DI PISA — UN/Locode: ITMPA — 43.67885° N, 10.28654° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 9.03 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Marina di Carrara?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Special Craft and Tugs Harbor Craft.