Port of Torre Annunziata

The controlling depth at Torre Annunziata is 9.75 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 Torre Annunziata is supported by 3 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Portici Lighthouse at 6.2 NM to the NW. Other aids include Salerno Molo di Levante (14.5 NM ESE), Salerno Molo di Ponente (14.5 NM ESE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Torre Annunziata 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.

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The Port of Torre Annunziata 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.

TORRE ANNUNZIATA (UN/Locode: ITTOA), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 40.75005° N, 14.44702° E.

Coordinates: 40.75005° N, 14.44702° E. Nearby terminals/ports:CASTELLAMMARE DI STA — UN/Locode: ITCAS — 40.69554° N, 14.47453° EPORTICI — UN/Locode: ITPTC — 40.81000° N, 14.34000° ESORRENTO — UN/Locode: ITRRO — 40.63011° N, 14.37675° E

Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 4.9m - 6.1m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 9.75 m.

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

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: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Special Craft and Tanker.