Port of Portoscuso (Porto Vesme)

The controlling depth at Portoscuso (Porto Vesme) is 12 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.

The approach to Portoscuso (Porto Vesme) is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Isola Piana Lighthouse at 3.5 NM to the W. Other aids include Carloforte Casa Fanalista Range Front (5.2 NM SW), Isolotto Il Toro (7.5 NM SSW), Capo Frasca (34.6 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Portoscuso (Porto Vesme) 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.

You can track vessels near Portoscuso (Porto Vesme) (ITPVE) 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 ITPVE on the live map.

The Port of Portoscuso (Porto Vesme) 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.

PORTO VESME (UN/Locode: ITPVE), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 39.19503° N, 8.39526° E.

Coordinates: 39.19503° N, 8.39526° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SANT' ANTIOCO — UN/Locode: ITSAT — 39.07000° N, 8.46000° ESANT'ANTIOCO — UN/Locode: ITNTA — 39.06607° N, 8.45960° ESARROCH — UN/Locode: ITPFX — 39.08766° N, 9.03576° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 14m - 15.2m; cargo pier depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 12 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: 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: available; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier and General Cargo.