Port of Tangier-Mediterranean (MAPTM): Details, Transit Times & Shipping Routes
Port of Tangier-Mediterranean (UN/LOCODE MAPTM) is a large coastal (breakwater) harbor located in Morocco, on the Strait of Gibraltar. It sits at 35.9000° N, 5.5167° W. The port reports cargo pier depths around 17.1 m. Shelter afforded is rated good. Cargo handling includes wharves facilities.
Port Specifications & Capabilities
Physical characteristics from the NGA World Port Index. Values of 0 in the source are shown as not reported.
Harbor Profile
- Harbor Type
- Coastal (Breakwater)
- Harbor Size
- Large
- Shelter Afforded
- Good
- World Water Body
- Strait of Gibraltar; North Atlantic Ocean
- Region
- Morocco
Services & Restrictions
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Frequently Asked Questions about Port of Tangier-Mediterranean
Where is Port of Tangier-Mediterranean located?
Port of Tangier-Mediterranean is a seaport located in Morocco, on the Strait of Gibraltar. Its coordinates are 35.9000° N, 5.5167° W.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Tangier-Mediterranean?
The UN/LOCODE for Port of Tangier-Mediterranean is MAPTM — country code MA, location code PTM.
How deep is Port of Tangier-Mediterranean?
Per the NGA World Port Index, Port of Tangier-Mediterranean has cargo pier depths of about 17.1 m.
Does Port of Tangier-Mediterranean require a pilot?
Yes — pilotage is compulsory at Port of Tangier-Mediterranean.
What type of harbor is Port of Tangier-Mediterranean?
Port of Tangier-Mediterranean is classified as a coastal (breakwater) harbor, of large size, offering good shelter.
What cargo facilities does Port of Tangier-Mediterranean have?
Port of Tangier-Mediterranean is recorded as offering wharves facilities.
About this data
Specifications for Port of Tangier-Mediterranean are derived from the U.S. National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency (NGA) World Port Index (Pub 150, WPI #45753), a public-domain U.S. Government dataset. View the relevant Sailing Directions →