AVENUE HENRI FABRE

• FRMGN
• Latitude: 43.4375
• Longitude: 5.19464
• West Mediterranean
• Marina in France

Location: France

Port Description: Avenue Henri Fabre, France

Avenue Henri Fabre is a prominent district in the area of Marseille and its nearby regions often associated with the aerospace industry and its close proximity to the Etang de Berre, though not typically recognized as a prominent marine port itself. Marseille, located nearby, hosts some of the largest and most significant marine ports in France.

Port of Marseille (Grand Port Maritime de Marseille - GPMM):

1. Location:

   • Coordinates: Approximately 43.2965° N latitude and 5.3698° E longitude
   • Proximity: Near Avenue Henri Fabre, adjacent to the Mediterranean Sea, within the region of Provence-Alpes-Côte d'Azur, South of France.

2. Facilities & Infrastructure:

   • Berths: More than 80 commercial berths with varying specifications to handle cargo, container ships, petroleum tankers, cruise ships, and ferries.
   • Docks: Several docks, including the eastern docks for commercial and passenger traffic and the western docks for industrial purposes.
   • Container Terminals: State-of-the-art container terminals equipped with modern cranes and handling equipment, such as the Fos and Lavera terminals.
   • Dry Docks: For shipbuilding and repair operations.
   • Storage: Vast storage facilities including refrigerated and general warehousing, oil storage tanks, and bulk storage areas.

3. Port Services:

   • Cargo Handling: Comprehensive services for loading and unloading cargo, including bulk cargo, general cargo, and containers.
   • Ship Services: Bunkering, pilotage, tug assistance, waste management, and fresh water supply.
   • Customs & Security: Efficient customs processing, security checks, and safety protocols in compliance with international standards.
   • Logistics: Integrated logistics services with road, rail, and inland waterway connections facilitating smooth cargo transits.

4. Capacity:

   • TEU Capacity: High annual throughput capacity, accommodating millions of TEUs annually.
   • Passenger Traffic: One of the major hubs for Mediterranean cruise lines and ferry services.
   • Cargo Volume: Able to handle significant volumes of petroleum products, natural gas, and various other bulk commodities.

5. Economic Impact:

   • Employment: Thousands are employed directly or indirectly through port operations.
   • Trade Links: Essential for trade between Europe, Africa, the Middle East, and Asia.

6. Modern Initiatives:

   • Focus on sustainability with initiatives to reduce carbon emissions and implement green technologies.
   • Digital transformation and automation to enhance operational efficiency.

Avenue Henri Fabre’s proximity to such influential port operations at Marseille is advantageous for businesses and industries, particularly those connected to both aerospace (due to the Aéroports de Provence industry cluster) and maritime logistics sectors.

Note: Since Avenue Henri Fabre is more associated with its technological and industrial landscape rather than being a core marine port, most specifications and operations are attributed to Marseille’s port infrastructure and capabilities.