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Port of Toamasina

MGTOA🇲🇬Madagascar

Port Location

About Port of Toamasina

Also known as: Port de Tamatave, Port of Toamasina, Rade de Tamatave, Tamatave Harbor, Toamasina Harbor

Toamasina is Madagascar's primary cargo port, situated on the Indian Ocean. It handles container, bulk, and general cargo, accommodating vessel types including container ships, tankers, and Ro-Ro vessels. The port is equipped with tugs and requires pilotage.

Background
Toamasina Autonomous Port or (in French) Société de Gestion du Port Autonome de Toamasina (SPAT) is a Malagasy government body that governs and regulates the Indian Ocean port of Toamasina. The operation of the port has been contracted to Madagascar International Container Terminal Services (MICTS), a subsidiary of Filipino company International Container Terminal Services Inc. Toamasina is Madagascar's primary cargo port.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
7m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
47540 →
GeoNames ID
1055976 →
Wikidata
Q7811385 →
Wikipedia
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Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MGTOA
Country
🇲🇬Madagascar
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
HBR (Harbor)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
East Africa
Body of Water
Indian Ocean
Latitude
-18.1520°
Longitude
49.4175°

Terminals

MADAGASCAR INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL (MICTSL)

MADAGASCAR INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL SERVICES LTD. (MICTSL)

10 Rue Du Commerce, Ampasimazava BP 138, 501 Toamasina, Madagascar

www.mictsl.mg →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Toamasina?+
The approach to Toamasina is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Toamasina Lighthouse at 0.5 NM to the SE. Other aids include Pointe Tanio (0.7 NM N), Toamasina Grande Passe De L'Est (3.5 NM NNW), Toamasina Grande Passe De L'Est (3.7 NM NNW), Nosy Alagnagna (6.7 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Toamasina on?+
The Port of Toamasina is situated on the Mozambique Channel in MG. The area falls within the subtropical climate zone with mild winters and warm summers, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Toamasina?+
You can track vessels near Toamasina (MGTOA) 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 MGTOA on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Toamasina?+
The Port of Toamasina operates in the UTC+3 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 Toamasina?+
TOAMASINA (UN/Locode: MGTOA), Madagascar is a seaport located at approximately -18.15205° N, 49.41750° E.
Where is the Port of Toamasina located?+
Coordinates: -18.15205° N, 49.41750° E.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Toamasina?+
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 Toamasina?+
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 Toamasina?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.