ESALC Port Code Lookup

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ESALC Alicante Port
Alicante Port is the seaport of Alicante, in the city of Alicantein Spain. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is ESALC.

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Port Code

ESALC

Name

Alicante

Country / Region

Spain

City

Alicante

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

38.3329000

Longitude

-0.4931000

Est. Unit Price

$1/m³ Book Now

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Port Overview · UN/LOCODE ESALC

Alicante Port, Spain

Alicante Port is a Mediterranean commercial seaport serving Alicante and the wider southeastern Spanish market. It is located on Alicante Bay, approximately 70 nautical miles south of Valencia, and is connected with inland markets by road, rail and air logistics interfaces. The port handles containers together with liquid bulk, dry bulk, roll-on/roll-off, general cargo, passenger and fishing traffic. For international forwarders, ESALC is best assessed as a multi-purpose gateway rather than a dedicated container hub: cargo routing, equipment availability, feeder connection and inland delivery capacity should be confirmed for each sailing. Our service team can coordinate booking, export documentation, customs preparation and local trucking subject to terminal and carrier confirmation.

Item	Reference	Operational meaning
Port code	ESALC	Use consistently on bookings, shipping instructions and customs-related documents.
Location	38.332900, -0.493100	Alicante, Spain; Mediterranean coastal gateway.
Recorded cargo profile	Approx. 3 million tonnes and 113,000 TEU annually	Baseline figures supplied in the port data; current statistics should be reconfirmed before publication or tendering.

Decision Snapshot

Key Highlights

Multi-purpose operating profileContainer, bulk, Ro-Ro, general cargo, passenger and fishing activities share the port estate; cargo-specific planning is essential.

Container and bulk interfaceOne berth is described as serving containers and liquid bulk, while another is dedicated to containers, making berth and equipment confirmation important.

Mixed-draft environmentReported alongside depths range from 6.5 m to 14 m by berth. Vessel and cargo suitability must be checked against the nominated terminal.

Inland distribution gatewayRoad, rail and air connections support regional distribution, but truck appointment, equipment and rail availability remain shipment-specific.

Suitable for varied cargoTypical cargo considerations include containers, fruit and food products, wine, ceramics, petroleum products, dry bulk and Ro-Ro freight.

Terminal and Cargo Interfaces

Facilities & Services

Facility or service	Port-data reference	Forwarding implication
Multi-purpose berths	Three berths, total 450 m; reported alongside depth 14 m.	Potentially suitable for general and project-related cargo, subject to berth allocation and vessel limits.
Liquid bulk	Two berths, more than 300 m in total; reported depth 9–11.2 m.	Requires product classification, tank/handling compatibility and advance dangerous-goods review where applicable.
Dry bulk	Four berths, total 700 m; reported depth 8–11.2 m.	Loading method, dust controls, cargo density and vessel draft should be checked before fixing the shipment.
Ro-Ro and general cargo	Three Ro-Ro berths, almost 600 m; reported depth 6.5–8 m. Certain berths also handle general merchandise and passengers.	Vehicle dimensions, rolling stock condition, lashing requirements and passenger-terminal restrictions may affect acceptance.
Container handling	One 154 m berth serving containers and liquid bulk; one 200 m berth dedicated to containers.	Confirm terminal acceptance, empty-container release, reefer plugs, cut-off and equipment before issuing a firm plan.
Inland connections	Road, rail and air connections are identified in the supplied port description.	Our team can arrange multimodal quotations, with actual slots and transit schedules confirmed case by case.

Routing Assessment

Routes & Logistics Timing

For Asian, Middle Eastern and other overseas cargo, routing normally depends on the carrier’s Mediterranean network, feeder connections and transshipment point. Our service team will quote only after checking the current sailing plan and equipment position.
European and North African cargo may be arranged through short-sea, feeder, Ro-Ro or road-sea combinations where commercially available; direct service, frequency and transit time must not be assumed from the port code alone.
For inland Spain, road delivery is often the most flexible option. Rail may be considered for suitable cargo and available service windows, but terminal slot, wagon capacity and final-mile trucking need separate confirmation.
Actual door-to-door timing is affected by booking confirmation, transshipment, export cut-off, customs inspection, port congestion, equipment release, driver appointments and destination delivery restrictions. Our quotations should therefore state an indicative range rather than an unconditional promise.

Cargo and Market Coverage

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Alicante and southeastern SpainLocal and regional distribution can be planned through the Alicante urban and industrial hinterland, with delivery feasibility determined by consignee location and vehicle access.

Wider Spanish inland marketsRoad and rail options can support movement toward major inland consumption and production areas, including Madrid-oriented flows, subject to routing and capacity.

Food and agricultural productsFruit, onions, wine and other temperature- or season-sensitive cargo require attention to reefer pre-trip inspection, set-point instructions, phytosanitary documents and inspection timing.

Industrial and construction cargoCeramics, pottery, dry bulk, petroleum products and general merchandise may require specialized packing, tanker or bulk handling arrangements.

Ro-Ro and project movementsVehicles, machinery and oversized units should be submitted with dimensions, weight, lifting or rolling method and lashing details before booking.

Execution Controls

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Shipping-line documentation, VGM, customs export status, gate-in and terminal cut-off are separate controls. Our team should obtain the exact deadlines from the nominated carrier and terminal rather than rely on a generic port timetable.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where relevant, package count and emergency contact. DG acceptance and berth restrictions require carrier and terminal approval before cargo dispatch.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport instructions, export declaration and product-specific certificates should be aligned. Customs or agricultural inspection can change release timing, especially for food and plant-related cargo.
Inland delivery: Confirm container type, gross weight, chassis compatibility, road restrictions, consignee receiving hours and appointment rules. Oversized, reefer, tanker and Ro-Ro cargo need a separate pre-advice review.

Practical Recommendations

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Quote with cargo detailSubmit commodity, HS code, package dimensions, gross weight, container type, temperature, DG status and final delivery postcode so we can select a workable routing.

Reserve time for confirmationFor peak agricultural periods, reefer cargo, Ro-Ro units and special equipment, request space and equipment confirmation early and keep a feasible alternative sailing.

Protect cargo and recordsUse export-grade packing, moisture protection and visible package marks. Ensure invoice, packing list, VGM, certificates and shipping instructions use the same quantities and weights.

Build a fallback planWhere the ESALC service, equipment or cut-off is unsuitable, our team can compare alternative Mediterranean gateways or inland routings after checking total landed cost and customs implications.

Frequently Asked Questions

FAQs for Freight Forwarders

Is ESALC only suitable for container shipments?: No. The port is multi-purpose and also handles liquid bulk, dry bulk, Ro-Ro, general merchandise, passenger and fishing traffic. Our team will match the cargo with the correct handling and booking channel.
Can I assume a container ship can use any Alicante berth?: No. The supplied berth data shows different functions and depths, including a container/liquid-bulk berth and a dedicated container berth. Vessel, draft, cargo and terminal allocation must be confirmed.
How should I plan a shipment with a strict delivery deadline?: Provide the required delivery date, cargo readiness date and final address first. We will check sailing availability, transshipment exposure, customs preparation and inland capacity, then present an indicative plan with operational contingencies.
What information is needed for dangerous goods or liquid cargo?: Send the SDS or technical description, UN details where applicable, packaging information, quantity, tank or container type and intended handling method. Carrier and terminal acceptance is required before dispatch.
Can your team arrange inland delivery from Alicante?: Yes. We can coordinate road-based delivery and evaluate rail or multimodal options when available. Final pricing and timing depend on equipment, weight, postcode, appointment, access restrictions and current capacity.

Data Integrity

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, location, berth descriptions, cargo profile, vessel limits and baseline throughput figures in this module are derived from the supplied ESALC port dataset. Operational statements concerning cut-offs, equipment, customs release, inspections, vessel acceptance, inland capacity and transit timing are professional planning guidance and must be reconfirmed with the nominated carrier, terminal, port authority, customs broker and trucking provider.

For official Spanish port-system and port-statistics cross-checking, consult puertos.es. Current sailing schedules, terminal instructions, charges, availability and regulatory requirements are time-sensitive; our service team will verify them at quotation and pre-shipment stages.

Data boundary: no unverified carrier name, sailing frequency, guaranteed transit time, current fee, terminal opening hour or acceptance commitment is stated here.