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Port of Radès

TNRDS🇹🇳Tunisia

Port Location

About Port of Radès

Radès is a port on the Mediterranean Sea, serving the capital city of Tunis. It handles a variety of vessel types including bulk carriers, container ships, and Ro-Ro ferries. The port features cargo piers with depths up to 10 meters and lifting capacities of 50-100 MT.

Background
Radès is a harbour city in Ben Arous Governorate, Tunisia. Situated 9 km (5.6 mi) south-east of the capital Tunis, some consider it a Tunis suburb, and parts of the harbor installations of Tunis are located in Radès.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
9ft
Tidal Range
1ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Unknown
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
B
Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
45432 →
GeoNames ID
12088174 →
Wikidata
Q27062 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.commune-rades.gov.tn →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
TN-11
Area
West Mediterranean
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
36.8065°
Longitude
10.2873°

Terminals

RADES PORT

RADES PORT

Avenue du 1er juin, La Goulette, Tunisia

www.ommp.nat.tn →
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Radès?+
The approach to Radès is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is La Goulette Lighthouse at 1 NM to the E. Other aids include Ra'S Qatarjamah (4.9 NM NE), Île Plane (22.6 NM N), Port Yasmine (28.9 NM SSE), Hammamet (29.1 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Radès?+
The Port of Radès 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 Radès?+
You can track vessels near Radès (TNRDS) 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 TNRDS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Radès?+
The Port of Radès 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 Radès?+
RADES (UN/Locode: TNRDS), Tunisia is a seaport located at approximately 36.80648° N, 10.28727° E.
Where is the Port of Radès located?+
Coordinates: 36.80648° N, 10.28727° E. Nearby terminals/ports:LA GOULETTE NORD (HALQUELOUED) — UN/Locode: TNLGN — 36.80000° N, 10.30000° ETUNIS — UN/Locode: TNTUN — 36.81000° N, 10.27000° EMENZEL BOURGUIBA — UN/Locode: TNMBA — 37.16100° N, 9.80950° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Radès?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Lifting: 25–49 MT lifts and 50–100 MT lifts. Depths: channel depth 9.4m - 10m; cargo pier depth 9.4m - 10m and oil terminal depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Radès?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: none noted.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Radès?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: not required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Radès?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker, Tugs Harbor Craft and Unspecified.