Port of Vibo Valentia

ITVVA🇮🇹Italy

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About Port of Vibo Valentia

Vibo Valentia is a port located in Calabria, Italy. It handles general cargo and is equipped with tugs and compulsory pilotage. The port serves as a key maritime gateway for the region's agricultural and industrial activities.

Background
Vibo Valentia is a city and comune (municipality) in the Italian region of Calabria, near the Tyrrhenian Sea. It is the capital of the province of Vibo Valentia, and is an agricultural, commercial and tourist center. There are also several large manufacturing industries, including the tuna district of Maierato. Very important for the local economy is Vibo Marina's harbour.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
Unknown
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
40060 →
Wikidata
Q13625 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.comune.vibovalentia.vv.it →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
ITVVA
Country
🇮🇹Italy
Time Zone
UTC+1

Classification

Type
Marina
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Sub-area
Tyrrhenian Sea
Latitude
38.7182°
Longitude
16.1269°

Nearby Vessels

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Type
Name
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Vibo Valentia?

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The approach to Vibo Valentia is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Crotone Molo Sanità Lighthouse at 26.7 NM to the SE. Other aids include Torre degli Inglesi (Torre di Capo Peloro) (35 NM SW), Messina Cable Tower (35.2 NM SW), Villa San Giovanni (Molo de Ponente) (38 NM SW), Reggio Calabria Molo de Ponente (41.9 NM SSW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Vibo Valentia?

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The Port of Vibo Valentia 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 Vibo Valentia?

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You can track vessels near Vibo Valentia (ITVVA) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Vibo Valentia?

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The Port of Vibo Valentia is a port in IT. Its UN/LOCODE is ITVVA — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE ITVVA mean?

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The first two characters, IT, are the ISO country code for IT. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Vibo Valentia?

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The Port of Vibo Valentia 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.