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Port of Pantelleria

ITPNL🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of Pantelleria

This Italian port is situated in the Strait of Sicily, 106 km southwest of Sicily and 68 km east of Tunisia. It handles bulk carriers, gas carriers, general cargo, passenger vessels, Ro-Ro, and tankers.

Background
Pantelleria, known in ancient times as Cossyra or Cossura, is an Italian island and comune in the Strait of Sicily in the Mediterranean Sea, 106 kilometres southwest of Sicily and 68 km (35 nmi) east of the Tunisian coast. On clear days Tunisia is visible from the island. Administratively Pantelleria's comune belongs to the Sicilian province of Trapani.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
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Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11127940 →
Wikidata
Q481758 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Latitude
36.8345°
Longitude
11.9395°

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Pantelleria?+
The approach to Pantelleria is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Punta Limarsi Lighthouse at 7.3 NM to the SE. Other aids include Qulaybiyah (39.5 NM W), Cap Bon (45.2 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Pantelleria?+
The Port of Pantelleria 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 Pantelleria?+
You can track vessels near Pantelleria (ITPNL) 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 ITPNL on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Pantelleria?+
The Port of Pantelleria 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 Pantelleria?+
PANTELLERIA (UN/Locode: ITPNL), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 36.83448° N, 11.93954° E.
Where is the Port of Pantelleria located?+
Coordinates: 36.83448° N, 11.93954° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Pantelleria?+
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 Pantelleria?+
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 Pantelleria?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.