Port of Menzel Bourguiba

The controlling depth at Menzel Bourguiba is 10 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.

The approach to Menzel Bourguiba is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Pointe de Sebra Lighthouse at 6.3 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Bizerte Jetée Est (7.8 NM NNE), Bizerte Jetée Nord (8 NM NNE), Bizerte Outer Breakwater North End (8.2 NM NNE), Ra's Enghela (8.2 NM NNE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

The Port of Menzel Bourguiba 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.

You can track vessels near Menzel Bourguiba (TNMBA) 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 TNMBA on the live map.

The Port of Menzel Bourguiba 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.

MENZEL BOURGUIBA (UN/Locode: TNMBA), Tunisia is a seaport located at approximately 37.16100° N, 9.80950° E.

Coordinates: 37.16100° N, 9.80950° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BIZERTE — UN/Locode: TNBIZ — 37.26122° N, 9.85992° ETUNIS — UN/Locode: TNTUN — 36.81000° N, 10.27000° ERADES — UN/Locode: TNRDS — 36.80648° N, 10.28727° E

Harbor type/size: Lake or Canal and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes and fixed cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 10 m.

Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.

Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: available.

Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, General Cargo, Offshore, Ro Ro and Tanker.