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Port of Olbia

ITOLB🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Olbia

Also known as: Cala Volbiana, Cala Volbiona, Cala Volbiuna

Olbia is a small, sheltered coastal harbor on Sardinia, Italy. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, tankers, and passenger vessels. The port is equipped with various cranes and offers wharf loading and offloading services.

Background
Olbia is a city and comune (municipality), which along with Tempio Pausania is a co-capital of the Province of Gallura North-East Sardinia in the autonomous island region of Sardinia in Italy, in the historical region of Gallura. It has 61,739 inhabitants.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
6.04m
Channel Depth
6ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
37m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
39180 →
GeoNames ID
3163986 →
Wikidata
Q13630 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.olbia.ot.it →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ITOLB
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Poor

Region

Subdivision
IT-SS
Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Tyrrhenian Sea
Latitude
40.9243°
Longitude
9.5296°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Olbia?+
The controlling depth at Olbia is 6.04 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 Olbia?+
The approach to Olbia is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isolotto Figarolo Lighthouse at 6.2 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Capo d'Orso (16 NM NNW), Cala Stagnali Range Front (16.9 NM NNW), Cala Stagnali Range Rear (16.9 NM NNW), Guardia Vecchia Range Front (17.7 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Olbia?+
The Port of Olbia 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 Olbia?+
You can track vessels near Olbia (ITOLB) 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 ITOLB on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Olbia?+
The Port of Olbia 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 Olbia?+
OLBIA (UN/Locode: ITOLB), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 40.92428° N, 9.52956° E.
Where is the Port of Olbia located?+
Coordinates: 40.92428° N, 9.52956° E. Nearby terminals/ports:PORTO CERVO — UN/Locode: ITPCE — 41.13497° N, 9.52935° EPALAU — UN/Locode: ITPAU — 41.18042° N, 9.38568° EBONIFACIO — UN/Locode: FRBON — 41.38878° N, 9.15996° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Olbia?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 6.4m - 7.6m; anchorage depth 21.6m - 22.9m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 6.04 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Olbia?+
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 Olbia?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: 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 Olbia?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft and Tanker.