Port of Port Methanier: Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes

Port of Port Methanier is a small coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. It sits at 36.8833° N, 6.9500° E. The port reports a channel depth of about 17.1 m, an anchorage depth near 17.1 m, cargo pier depths around 9.4 m. Shelter afforded is rated fair. Cargo handling includes anchorage facilities.

Country
Algeria
UN/LOCODE
Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Coordinates
36.8833° N, 6.9500° E

Port Specifications & Capabilities

Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.

Channel Depth
17.1 m
Anchorage Depth
17.1 m
Cargo Pier Depth
9.4 m
Oil Terminal Depth
14 m

Harbor Profile

Harbor Type
Coastal (Breakwater)
Harbor Size
Small
Shelter Afforded
Fair
World Water Body
Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
Region
Algeria

Services & Restrictions

Pilotage CompulsoryYes
Tugs AssistanceYes
Provisions / WaterUnknown / Unknown
Fuel / Diesel OilYes / Yes
Medical FacilitiesYes
Repairs / Dry DockNone / Unknown
Ice RestrictionUnknown
Anchorage

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Distance
2 nm

nautical miles (direct)

Est. Transit
1 days

@ 14 knots

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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Port Methanier

Where is Port of Port Methanier located?

Port of Port Methanier is a seaport located in Algeria, on the Mediterranean Sea. Its coordinates are 36.8833° N, 6.9500° E.

How deep is Port of Port Methanier?

Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Port Methanier has a channel depth of about 17.1 m, an anchorage depth of about 17.1 m, cargo pier depths of about 9.4 m.

Does Port of Port Methanier require a pilot?

Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Port Methanier.

What type of harbor is Port of Port Methanier?

Port of Port Methanier is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of small size, offering fair shelter.

What cargo facilities does Port of Port Methanier have?

Port of Port Methanier is recorded as offering anchorage facilities.

About this data

Specifications for Port of Port Methanier are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45515), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →