CIVITAVECCHIA ANCH
- Latitude: 42.0657
- Longitude: 11.7651
- West Mediterranean
- Anchorage in Italy
Address: Italy
Civitavecchia is a major maritime port located in the Lazio region of Italy, serving as the main port for the city of Rome. Below is a detailed description and specification of the port, including its anchorage specifications:
Civitavecchia Port Overview:
- Location: Approximately 70 kilometers northwest of Rome on the Tyrrhenian Sea.
- Coordinates: Latitude 42.094 Latitude; Longitude 11.790 Longitude.
- Function: Serves as both a commercial and passenger port, dealing in goods, cruise ship tourism, and ferry services.
Port Specifications:
- Harbor Type: Seaport.
- Operational Authority: Managed by the Port Authority of Civitavecchia, Fiumicino, and Gaeta, also known as the North Tyrrhenian Sea Port System Authority.
- Infrastructure:
- Total Port Area: The port covers a large area equipped with several docks and piers.
- Berths: Multiple berths for cargo, container handling, and passenger services.
- Depth: Varies across different docks, but generally accommodates vessels with deep drafts typical of cruise liners and large cargo ships.
- Facilities: Modern facilities for freight handling, passenger terminals, warehouses, and logistical support.
Anchorage Information:
- Anchorage Depth: Generally between 11 to 15 meters. The exact depth can vary depending on location and specific anchorage point.
- Anchorage Area: Provides safe anchorage spots for vessels awaiting entry or berth allocation. The waters provide good holding ground.
- Pilotage: Compulsory for vessels entering and leaving the port.
- Tides and Currents: The tidal range is relatively small, typically not exceeding 0.5 meters. Currents are generally manageable but pilots stay informed about varying marine conditions.
Services Offered:
- Cargo Handling: The port handles various types of cargo including bulk, containerized, and general goods.
- Passenger Services: Multiple ferry operators connect Civitavecchia with other destinations in the Mediterranean, along with extensive cruise ship services.
- Loading/Unloading: Equipped with cranes, forklifts, and other machinery to efficiently manage loading and unloading operations.
- Warehousing: Extensive storage facilities for short-term and long-term storage of goods.
Accessibility:
- Road and Rail Connections: Civitavecchia is well-connected by road and rail, facilitating easy transfer of goods and passengers to Rome and other destinations.
- Air Connectivity: The nearest major airport is Rome’s Leonardo da Vinci-Fiumicino Airport.
Compliance and Security:
- Regulations: The port complies with international maritime regulations and safety standards.
- Security: Ensured by a combination of port authority measures and national security services to provide a secure environment for port operations and passengers.
Civitavecchia is often referred to as the "Port of Rome" due to its significance in connection with the capital city. It plays a crucial role in the maritime economy of Italy, providing essential infrastructure for trade and tourism.
Vessels in the port
Flag | Name | Type | Destination | Date/Time |
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MARLIN LOME | Tanker | ESBCN>ITCVV | 9/18/2024 | |
OSCAR | Fishing | CIVITAVECCHIA | 9/17/2024 | |
BALTIC SHEARWATER | Cargo | ITCVV | 9/15/2024 | |
MANDO ONE | Tanker | IT CVV | 9/15/2024 | |
GULLWING | Cargo | IT CVV | 9/15/2024 | |
BRILLIANT LADY | Passenger | ITCVV ANHORAGE | 9/13/2024 | |
MARINA L | Cargo | ITCVV | 9/11/2024 | |
ANTARI | Cargo | ITCVV | 9/9/2024 | |
CAPUCINE | Cargo | ITCVV | 9/9/2024 | |
BOS COSTA | Cargo | SUEZ | 9/7/2024 | |
CLARA | Cargo | CIVITAVECCHIA | 9/5/2024 | |
AURA | Sailing | ITPNZ | 9/3/2024 | |
ARCADIA | Cargo | ITCVV | 9/3/2024 | |
ERLE | Cargo | IT CVV | 9/1/2024 | |
ABA | Sailing | 8/31/2024 | ||
WHISKY ECHO | Sailing | 8/31/2024 | ||
QUEENTIME | Sailing | 8/27/2024 | ||
O, NASS IS | Sailing | 8/27/2024 | ||
VS LISBETH | Tanker | IT CVV | 8/27/2024 | |
ELETTRA | Pleasure | 8/26/2024 | ||
KAPPAMARINE | Other | 8/26/2024 | ||
LADY NURGUL | Cargo | RO CND | 8/26/2024 | |
AKELA | Sailing | 8/25/2024 | ||
SUNNY | Sailing | 8/25/2024 | ||
EUFORIA | Sailing | 8/25/2024 |