GRIESHEIM

  • DEFAG
  • Latitude: 50.0913
  • Longitude: 8.59823
  • Inland, Europe
  • Port in Germany

Location: Frankfurt am Main Hessen Germany

Griesheim, a part of Frankfurt am Main, Germany, is known for its industrial and logistic relevance, including its connections to marine and inland waterways. Here is a general description and specification of the port:

Port Overview:

Location: Griesheim is located in Frankfurt am Main, situated along the Main River. This strategic position allows it to function as an important inland port for logistics in Germany and Europe, integrating road, rail, and water transport.

Port Specifications:

  1. Type of Port:

    • Inland port.
  2. Coordinates:

    • Approximately 50.0880° N latitude and 8.5811° E longitude.
  3. Waterways:

    • Situated on the Main River, which connects to the Rhine River and provides access to major European waterways.
  4. Facilities Available:

    • Cargo Handling Facilities: Equipped with cranes and handlers for bulk, breakbulk, and containerized goods.
    • Storage Facilities: Warehouses and open storage areas available for both short-term and long-term storage.
    • Logistics and Transportation: Integration with rail and road networks to facilitate the seamless transfer of goods.
  5. Terminals:

    • Multiple docking berths to accommodate different types of cargo vessels.
    • Specific terminals for liquid bulk, dry bulk, and containers.
  6. Depth:

    • Varying depth levels to accommodate different vessel sizes. Suitable for river barges and smaller ships that navigate the Main and Rhine rivers.
  7. Containerization:

    • Facilities available for the handling and storage of containerized cargo.
  8. Supporting Services:

    • Engineering and maintenance services for vessels.
    • Supply of bunkers and freshwater.
    • Customs and inspection services to facilitate international trade.
  9. Cargo Types:

    • Predominantly handles industrial goods, machinery, chemical products, agricultural products, raw materials, and some consumer goods.
  10. Annual Throughput:

    • The port handles a significant amount of cargo annually, contributing to the region's economic activity.

Accessibility:

  • Road: Easily accessible via the German autobahn network.
  • Rail: Connected to the national railway system, providing efficient cargo movement.
  • Air: Proximity to Frankfurt Airport, one of Europe’s major aviation hubs, which supports expedited cargo handling.

Additional Information:

  • Environmental Considerations: Adherence to European environmental standards, focusing on sustainable operations, reducing emissions, and promoting green logistics solutions.
  • Safety and Security: Equipped with modern security systems to ensure the safe handling of cargo and compliance with international safety regulations.

The Port of Griesheim is a crucial component of Frankfurt's logistics infrastructure, serving as a vital link in the supply chain for industries across Europe. Its integration with river transport adds significant logistical advantages for efficient cargo distribution.

Vessels in the port

Flag Name Type Destination Date/Time
APT SOLARA Passenger AMSTERDAM 01:18:20
VIKING ALSVIN Other BAMBERG 9/22/2025
HENNEBURG Cargo GRUNLAND 9/22/2025
ADLER Other WSV 9/22/2025
VIKING TIR Passenger AMSTERDAM 9/22/2025
INVERSA Cargo FRANKFURT HOCHST 9/22/2025
VERA PAX Cargo GENT 9/21/2025
LORE KRIEGER Cargo 9/19/2025
NAUTILUS Passenger MAINZ 9/18/2025
NIVOMA Cargo ANTWERPEN 9/17/2025
WALTER KOLB Passenger RENTE ERREICHEN 9/17/2025
HEINRICH KRIEGER SEN Cargo FREISTETT 9/17/2025
MURO Cargo MUTTENZ 9/17/2025
PAULCHEN II Pleasure 9/16/2025
VIKING VILI Other BUDAPEST 9/16/2025
VIKING EISTLA Other STRASBOURG 9/12/2025
ROBERT STOLZ Other 9/11/2025
TURBULENT Other 9/10/2025
MILAN Cargo GOTTERSWICKERHAMM 9/10/2025
EVA Other LOCHEM 9/10/2025

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