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Port of Fort-de-France

MQFDF🇲🇶Martinique

Port Location

About Port of Fort-de-France

Also known as: Port de Fort-de-France

Fort-de-France is the principal seaport of Martinique, handling a wide range of vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and passenger vessels. Located on the island's western coast, it serves as the main economic hub for the French Caribbean territory.

Background
Fort-de-France is a commune and the capital (prefecture) of Martinique, an overseas department and region of France located in the Caribbean. It is the principal administrative, economic, and cultural centre of the island.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
13m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile
Drydock
M
Repair Code
C
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
11550 →
GeoNames ID
11633566 →
Wikidata
Q81621 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.fortdefrance.fr →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
MQFDF
Country
🇲🇶Martinique
Time Zone
UTC-4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Open roadstead
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
Caribbean Sea
Latitude
14.5932°
Longitude
-61.0506°

Terminals

POINTE DES GRIVES CONTAINER TERMINAL

GRAND PORT MARITIME DE LA MARTINIQUE (GPMLM)

Pointe des Grives, Fort-de-France 97206, Martinique

www.martinique.port.fr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Fort-de-France?+
The approach to Fort-de-France is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Baie De Carénage Range Front Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the NW. Other aids include Baie De Carénage Range Rear (1 NM NW), Fort Saint-Louis (1 NM WNW), Pointe Des Nègres (2.3 NM W), Baie Du François (9.6 NM ENE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Fort-de-France on?+
The Port of Fort-de-France is situated on the Caribbean Sea in MQ. The area falls within the tropical climate zone with warm waters and seasonal monsoons, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Fort-de-France?+
You can track vessels near Fort-de-France (MQFDF) 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 MQFDF on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Fort-de-France?+
The Port of Fort-de-France operates in the UTC-4 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 Fort-de-France?+
FORT DE FRANCE (UN/Locode: MQFDF), Martinique is a seaport located at approximately 14.59321° N, -61.05058° E.
Where is the Port of Fort-de-France located?+
Coordinates: 14.59321° N, -61.05058° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LE ROBERT — UN/Locode: MQLER — 14.67911° N, -60.93548° ELE MARIN — UN/Locode: MQQMR — 14.46063° N, -60.87500° ECASTRIES — UN/Locode: LCCAS — 14.01421° N, -61.00251° E
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Fort-de-France?+
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 Fort-de-France?+
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 Fort-de-France?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Pleasure Craft, Ro Ro, Tanker and Tugs Harbor Craft.