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Port of Gabès

TNGAE🇹🇳Tunisia

Port Location

About Port of Gabès

Also known as: Port Gabes, mynaʾ tjary dy qabs, ميناء تجاري دي قابس

This Tunisian port is located on the Gulf of Gabès in the Mediterranean Sea. It handles bulk carriers, container ships, tankers, and general cargo vessels. The port features mobile and fixed cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT+.

Background
Gabès, also spelled Cabès, Cabes, and Kabes, is the capital of the Gabès Governorate in Tunisia. Situated on the coast of the Gulf of Gabès, the city has a population of 167,863, making it the 6th largest city in Tunisia. Located 327 km southeast of Tunis and 113 km from Sfax, Gabès lies at the delta of the Wadi Qabis, which originates 10 kilometers upstream at Ras al-Oued and serves as its primary water source.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
12.05m
Channel Depth
13ft
Tidal Range
2ft
Elevation
2m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
45375 →
GeoNames ID
11279279 →
Wikidata
Q215661 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.commune-gabes.gov.tn →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
TNGAE
Country
🇹🇳Tunisia
Time Zone
UTC+1
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Area
West Mediterranean
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
33.9072°
Longitude
10.1017°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Gabès?+
The controlling depth at Gabès is 12.05 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 Gabès?+
The approach to Gabès is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Gabès Lighthouse at 1 NM to the SE. Other aids include Skhira (22.9 NM N), Bordj Djillidj (32.2 NM E), Arghir (46.3 NM E), Ra's Taguerness (47.2 NM E). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Gabès?+
The Port of Gabès 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 Gabès?+
You can track vessels near Gabès (TNGAE) 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 TNGAE on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Gabès?+
The Port of Gabès 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 Gabès?+
GABES (UN/Locode: TNGAE), Tunisia is a seaport located at approximately 33.90724° N, 10.10169° E.
Where is the Port of Gabès located?+
Coordinates: 33.90724° N, 10.10169° E. Nearby terminals/ports:SKHIRA — UN/Locode: TNLSK — 34.29949° N, 10.11677° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Gabès?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 12.5m - 13.7m; anchorage depth 6.4m - 7.6m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 12.05 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Gabès?+
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 Gabès?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Gabès?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Ro Ro and Tanker.