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Port of La Spezia

ITSPE🇮🇹Italy

Port Location

About Port of La Spezia

Located in the northernmost part of the Gulf of La Spezia, this port is a major commercial hub in the Ligurian Sea. It specializes in container handling and accommodates a wide range of vessel types, including bulk carriers, gas carriers, and tankers. The port features mobile and fixed cranes and offers extensive wharf loading and offloading facilities.

Background
Port of La Spezia is a port in La Spezia, Liguria, Italy. The port of La Spezia is one of the largest commercial ports in the Ligurian Sea, and is located in the northernmost part of the Gulf of La Spezia. Its development dates from the late nineteenth century and has since grown to become one of the main ports of the Mediterranean Sea, specializing in container handling in particular.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
13m
Channel Depth
14ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
-9999m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile
Drydock
L
Repair Code
A
Terminals
2

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
39520 →
GeoNames ID
12196377 →
Wikidata
Q3909203 →
Wikipedia
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Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
IT-SP
Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Ligurean Sea
Body of Water
Gulf of La Spezia
Latitude
44.1047°
Longitude
9.8375°

Terminals (2)

LA SPEZIA CONTAINER TERMINAL (LSCT)

LA SPEZIA CONTAINER TERMINAL

Viale S. Bartolomeo 20, 19126 La Spezia SP, Italy

www.contshipitalia.com →

TERMINAL DEL GOLFO (TDG)

TERMINAL DEL GOLFO

Viale S. Bartolomeo 340, 19138 La Spezia SP, Italy

www.terminaldelgolfo.com →
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of La Spezia?+
The controlling depth at La Spezia is 13 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 La Spezia?+
The approach to La Spezia is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Spezia Molo Italia Lighthouse at 0.2 NM to the W. Other aids include Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Front (1.1 NM WSW), Pegazzano (Darsena Duca degli Abruzzi Range Rear) (1.4 NM W), La Spezia Diga Foranea Estremità Ovest (Breakwater West End) (2.3 NM SSE), Punta Santa Maria della Spezia (2.3 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of La Spezia on?+
The Port of La Spezia 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 La Spezia?+
You can track vessels near La Spezia (ITSPE) 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 ITSPE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of La Spezia?+
The Port of La Spezia 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 La Spezia?+
LA SPEZIA (UN/Locode: ITSPE), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 44.10472° N, 9.83751° E.
Where is the Port of La Spezia located?+
Coordinates: 44.10472° N, 9.83751° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MARINA DI CARRARA — UN/Locode: ITMDC — 44.03212° N, 10.04062° ERIVA TRIGOSO — UN/Locode: ITRTS — 44.25820° N, 9.42419° EVIAREGGIO — UN/Locode: ITVIA — 43.86002° N, 10.24298° E
What facilities are available at the Port of La Spezia?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 14m - 15.2m; anchorage depth 15.5m - 16m; cargo pier depth 14m - 15.2m; oil terminal depth 11m - 12.2m and maximum draft approx. 13 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of La Spezia?+
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 La Spezia?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of La Spezia?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.