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Port of Ustica

ITUST🇮🇹Italy

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About Port of Ustica

Ustica is a small port serving the Italian island of Ustica in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It primarily handles passenger vessels, connecting the island to Sicily.

Background
Ustica is a small Italian island in the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is about 5 kilometres (3 mi) across and is situated 52 kilometres (32 mi) north of Capo Gallo, Sicily. Roughly 1,300 people live in the comune (municipality) of the same name. There is a regular ferry service from the island to Palermo in Sicily.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
6m

Operations & Services

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
11979149 →
Wikidata
Q192129 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.ustica.pa.it →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Tyrrhenian Sea
Latitude
38.7081°
Longitude
13.1964°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Ustica?+
The approach to Ustica is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Palermo Lighthouse at 35.5 NM to the SSE. Other aids include Palermo Molo Sud (35.9 NM SSE), Capo Zafferano (39.2 NM SSE), Castellammare del Golfo (43.3 NM SSW), Isolotto Asinelli (49.8 NM SW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Ustica?+
The Port of Ustica 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 Ustica?+
You can track vessels near Ustica (ITUST) 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 ITUST on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Ustica?+
The Port of Ustica 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 Ustica?+
USTICA (UN/Locode: ITUST), Italy is a seaport located at approximately 38.70814° N, 13.19638° E.
Where is the Port of Ustica located?+
Coordinates: 38.70814° N, 13.19638° E. Nearby terminals/ports:MONDELLO — UN/Locode: ITMND — 38.20642° N, 13.32696° EPALERMO — UN/Locode: ITPMO — 38.13114° N, 13.37366° ETERMINI IMERESE — UN/Locode: ITTRI — 37.98304° N, 13.71328° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Ustica?+
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 Ustica?+
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 Ustica?+
Vessel types historically calling: Passenger.