TOAMASINA

• MGTOA
• Latitude: -18.152
• Longitude: 49.4175
• East Africa
• Port in Madagascar

Location: Toamasina Madagascar

Toamasina (Tamatave) Port, Madagascar

Description:

Toamasina, also known as Tamatave, is the primary seaport of Madagascar. It serves as the main gateway for international trade and is the busiest port in the country. The port is situated on the east coast of Madagascar, along the Indian Ocean, and it plays a vital role in the nation's economy by facilitating the import and export of goods.

Key Specifications:

• Location: East Coast of Madagascar, Indian Ocean
• Coordinates: Approximately -18.1553 latitude and 49.4085 longitude
• UN/LOCODE: MGTMM

Port Infrastructure:

• Terminals:

  • Several general cargo berths
  • Container terminals with modern handling equipment
  • Bulk cargo terminals

• Facilities:

  • Warehouses for storage
  • Container storage yards
  • Tank farms for liquid bulk cargo
  • Cold storage for perishable goods

• Draft Depth:

  • Varies from 8 to 11 meters, accommodating different types of vessels

• Berthing Capacity:

  • Several berths accommodating medium to large-sized vessels

• Cargo Handling Equipment:

  • Gantry cranes
  • Mobile cranes
  • Reach stackers
  • Forklifts
  • Conveyors and pipelines for liquid bulk

Services:

• Customs and Immigration Clearance:

  • Efficient systems for the clearance of goods
  • Presence of customs and immigration offices at the port

• Pilotage and Towage:

  • Pilotage is compulsory for incoming and outgoing vessels
  • Towage services available for vessel maneuvering

• Fuel and Bunkering:

  • On-site access to fuel and bunkering services

• Ship Repair and Maintenance:

  • Dry dock and repair facilities available
  • Services for routine maintenance and emergency repairs

Economic Contribution:

• Imports:

  • Machinery
  • Petroleum products
  • Consumer goods
  • Industrial equipment

• Exports:

  • Coffee
  • Vanilla
  • Cloves
  • Petroleum products
  • Litchis

Additional Information:

• Connectivity:

  • Well-connected by road and rail to the capital city, Antananarivo, and other key regions
  • Integration with national and international supply chains

• Future Developments:

  • Continuous development projects for capacity expansion and modernization
  • Investment in infrastructure improvements to handle increasing cargo volumes

The Port of Toamasina thus stands as a crucial infrastructure asset facilitating Madagascar's trade and economic development.