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Port of Sines

PTSIE🇵🇹Portugal

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About Port of Sines

Sines is Portugal's largest artificial deep-water port, situated on the Atlantic coast. It serves as the country's primary energy gateway, handling containers, natural gas, coal, and oil. Key vessel types include bulk carriers, container ships, gas carriers, and tankers.

Background
The Port of Sines is the largest artificial port in Portugal, and a deep water port, natural backgrounds to -28 m ZH with specialized terminals that allow the movement of different types of goods. Besides being the main port on the Atlantic seaboard of Portugal due to its geophysical characteristics, is the main gateway to the energy supply of Portugal: container, natural gas, coal, oil and its derivatives. Construction started in 1973 and it came into operation in 1978. The Port of Sines Administration was created on 14 December 1977. The port operates 365 days a year, 24 hours a day, providing services such as: control of maritime traffic; pilotage, towage and mooring; access control and surveillance; drinking water and bunkers; prevent accidents/pollution; repairs on board or ashore.

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
22.05m
Tidal Range
4ft

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
38005 →
GeoNames ID
11749632 →
Wikidata
Q7231266 →
Wikipedia
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Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
PTSIE
Country
🇵🇹Portugal
Time Zone
UTC+0
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
PT-15
Area
UK Coast & Atlantic
Latitude
37.9442°
Longitude
-8.8663°

Terminals

SINES CONTAINER TERMINAL

SINES CONTAINER TERMINAL

Administracao dos Portos de Sines e do Algarve, SA Apartado 16, EC Sines, 7521-953 Sines, Portugal

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Sines?+
The controlling depth at Sines is 22.05 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.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Sines?+
The approach to Sines is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Cabo de Sines Lighthouse at 1.1 NM to the NW. Other aids include Sines Lighthouses (1.1 NM W), Cabo Sardão (20.9 NM S), Beja District Lighthouses (23.9 NM S), Chibata (45.2 NM NNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Sines on?+
The Port of Sines is situated on the North Atlantic Ocean in PT. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Sines?+
You can track vessels near Sines (PTSIE) 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 PTSIE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Sines?+
The Port of Sines operates in the UTC+0 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 Sines?+
SINES (UN/Locode: PTSIE), Portugal is a seaport located at approximately 37.94424° N, -8.86633° E.
Where is the Port of Sines located?+
Coordinates: 37.94424° N, -8.86633° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SETUBAL — UN/Locode: PTSET — 38.49458° N, -8.84197° EBARREIRO — UN/Locode: PTBRO — 38.65270° N, -9.08061° EALMADA — UN/Locode: PTALM — 38.68178° N, -9.14674° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Sines?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Medium. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading, Mediterranean mooring and good holding ground. Depths: anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 14m - 15.2m; oil terminal depth 21.6m - 22.9m and maximum draft approx. 22.05 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Sines?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Sines?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: not available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Sines?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Sines?+
Ship suppliers include Stem Fuels and Whale Maritime.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Sines?+
Service providers include Inglasco International Ltd, Sandvik Marine Electronics and Wave Marine Ship Services Lda.