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Port of Milazzo

ITMLZ🇮🇹Italy

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About Port of Milazzo

Milazzo is a medium-sized port in Sicily, Italy, handling diverse vessel types including gas carriers, general cargo ships, and passenger craft. It offers facilities for wharf and anchorage loading/offloading, supported by mobile and fixed cranes.

Background
Milazzo is a municipality in the Metropolitan City of Messina, Sicily, southern Italy. It is the largest municipality in the Metropolitan City after Messina and Barcellona Pozzo di Gotto. The town has a population of around 31,500 inhabitants.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
24.07m
Channel Depth
9ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40110 →
GeoNames ID
11876724 →
Wikidata
Q487929 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.milazzo.me.it →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Excellent

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Tyrrhenian Sea
Latitude
38.2180°
Longitude
15.2593°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Milazzo?+
The controlling depth at Milazzo is 24.07 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 Milazzo?+
The approach to Milazzo is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Capo d'Orlando Lighthouse at 3.4 NM to the NNW with a nominal range of 16 NM. Other aids include Villa San Giovanni (Molo de Ponente) (17.5 NM E), Messina Cable Tower (18.7 NM E), Torre degli Inglesi (Torre di Capo Peloro) (18.8 NM E), Reggio Calabria Molo de Ponente (19.2 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 Milazzo?+
The Port of Milazzo 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 Milazzo?+
You can track vessels near Milazzo (ITMLZ) 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 ITMLZ on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Milazzo?+
The Port of Milazzo 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 Milazzo?+
MILAZZO (UN/Locode: ITMLZ), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 38.21801° N, 15.25929° E.
Where is the Port of Milazzo located?+
Coordinates: 38.21801° N, 15.25929° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MESSINA — UN/Locode: ITMSN — 38.20026° N, 15.56347° EVILLA SAN GIOVANNI — UN/Locode: ITVSG — 38.22216° N, 15.63337° EVULCANO — UN/Locode: ITVUL — 38.41441° N, 14.96206° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Milazzo?+
Harbor type/size: Open Roadstead and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 23.2m - OVER and maximum draft approx. 24.07 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Milazzo?+
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 Milazzo?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Milazzo?+
Vessel types historically calling: Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.