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ESSVB San Vicente De La Barquera Port
San Vicente De La Barquera Port is the seaport of San vicente de la barquera, in the city of San vicente de la barquerain Spain. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is ESSVB.

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Port Code

ESSVB

Name

San Vicente De La Barquera

Country / Region

Spain

City

San vicente de la barquera

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

43.3833333

Longitude

4.3833333

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UN/LOCODE ESSVB · Spain · Cantabria

Port Overview

San Vicente de la Barquera is a small coastal port in northern Spain, located in Cantabria on the Bay of Biscay. The supplied master data identifies the port as ESSVB, with the recorded English name San Vicente de la Barquera and coordinates of longitude 4.3833333 and latitude 43.3833333. In practical logistics terms, it is better treated as a local maritime and fishing harbour than as a scheduled container gateway. Its likely role for international cargo is project-specific, including local maritime activity, small-scale general cargo and road-linked delivery, while containerized export and import programs normally require confirmation of an alternative regional gateway and inland relay. Our service team can validate cargo acceptance, customs feasibility, equipment availability and the actual routing before quotation.

Field	Recorded value	Forwarding implication
UN/LOCODE	ESSVB	Use exactly on shipping instructions only after the receiving party confirms the operational port.
Country / area	Spain / Euro-Mediterranean and Black Sea trade area	Spanish import, export and transit requirements apply according to the customs procedure.
Port type	Local coastal harbour	Do not assume container-terminal, rail or regular deep-sea service capability.

Key Highlights

Local-port profileESSVB should be operationally screened as a small coastal harbour, not automatically as a full-service container port.

Container planningThe supplied record shows no FCL, LCL or automotive service listings; container routing must therefore be confirmed case by case.

Road dependencyFor international freight, road collection and delivery coordination are likely to be more important than rail or dedicated terminal handling.

Gateway substitutionA larger regional gateway may be more suitable for scheduled ocean freight, with a separate inland leg to San Vicente de la Barquera.

Pre-booking requiredOur team should obtain written confirmation of berth, cargo type, handling method, customs status and vehicle access before accepting the routing.

Facilities & Services

Facility availability can vary by berth, season, tide, operator and cargo type. The following operating assumptions are suitable for initial planning, but must be validated with the local port or appointed handling party.

Marine access: The location is a coastal harbour with local maritime activity. Vessel size, draft, manoeuvring limits and operating windows must be checked for the nominated vessel.
Cargo handling: Do not presume container cranes, reach-stackers, Ro-Ro ramps or project-cargo lifting equipment. Confirm the handling method and lifting capacity before dispatch.
Storage: Short-term open or covered storage may be arranged only where a local operator confirms space, security, cargo compatibility and permitted dwell time.
Customs and inspection: Customs presentation, inspection and temporary storage arrangements may need to be performed through an authorised facility or a larger regional gateway rather than at the local harbour.
Inland collection: Road access should be surveyed for truck dimensions, parking, turning space, delivery appointment, seasonal traffic and restrictions near the town centre.
Rail connection: No dedicated rail service should be assumed for ESSVB; rail options, if required, should be assessed from the selected regional gateway.

Routes & Transit Times

Containerized ocean freight: The practical solution is commonly to compare a regional container gateway with an inland road leg to San Vicente de la Barquera. Direct service, transshipment pattern and equipment release must be confirmed for each booking.
Short-sea or coastal cargo: A local maritime movement may be possible for suitable cargo and vessel types, but it should not be quoted as a regular service without operator confirmation.
Road-linked imports and exports: Transit time is driven by the selected gateway, customs release, truck availability, local access restrictions and any cargo inspection. Our service team will issue a confirmed schedule only after these elements are checked.
Planning buffer: Allow additional time for gateway transfer, transshipment, weekend or holiday operations, tide or weather disruption, and delivery appointments. Published carrier transit time does not equal final-door transit time.

We do not promise a fixed sailing, direct call or transit time for ESSVB. The final routing should be selected after confirming cargo dimensions, Incoterms, customs procedure, delivery address and whether the receiver requires delivery to the town or to a specific harbour facility.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Immediate hinterland: San Vicente de la Barquera and nearby Cantabrian coastal communities are the primary local service area. Delivery planning should account for town access and the region’s seasonal tourism traffic.
Maritime and fisheries activity: Fishing-related supplies, marine equipment, provisions and maintenance materials are more consistent with a local harbour profile than large-volume container flows.
Regional manufacturing and distribution: General cargo for businesses in western Cantabria may be served by road from a larger gateway, subject to vehicle and delivery-site constraints.
Likely cargo formats: Palletized general cargo, machinery, spare parts, marine supplies and carefully packed project items may be considered after handling and access checks.
Controlled cargo: Food, animal products, plant products, chemicals and other regulated goods require commodity-specific permits and border-control planning before dispatch.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off: ESSVB should not be assigned as the load port in the shipping instruction until the actual operator confirms acceptance. For a regional gateway routing, the carrier’s port cut-off, VGM deadline, documentation cut-off and truck appointment are controlling.
Dangerous goods: Submit the complete IMDG declaration, UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point and packing certificate before booking. Local handling and storage approval must be obtained in advance.
Customs documents: Prepare commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, origin evidence where applicable, commodity code and any licences or sanitary/phytosanitary documents. The customs procedure and office of presentation must match the confirmed routing.
Inspection and delivery: Customs or other border-control inspection can require movement to an authorised inspection location. Keep cargo accessible, ensure seals and marks match the documents, and do not arrange final delivery before release is confirmed.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the cargo description, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, packing method, photos, Incoterms and final delivery address before requesting a quotation.
For oversized or heavy cargo, provide centre of gravity, lifting points, axle-load information and proposed equipment. Obtain a route survey where local roads, bridges or restricted streets may affect delivery.
For container freight, compare an ocean booking to a regional gateway plus road relay against any locally available maritime option. Evaluate total cost, customs location, demurrage exposure and equipment availability rather than ocean freight alone.
Use weather-resistant packaging and clear handling marks for coastal or outdoor transfer. Confirm whether the cargo requires covered storage, temperature control, fumigation, inspection access or special security.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can ESSVB be used for a standard FCL import or export?

It should not be assumed. The supplied record contains no FCL or LCL service listing, so our team will first verify vessel acceptance, container handling, customs presentation and equipment availability. A larger regional gateway with road delivery may be more practical.

Is there a guaranteed direct ocean service to San Vicente de la Barquera?

No direct service or fixed sailing should be promised without a current written confirmation from the carrier or local operator. Routing may involve a regional gateway, transshipment or an entirely road-based inland leg.

Where will customs clearance take place?

That depends on the confirmed port and customs procedure. Clearance may be possible through the nominated authorised facility, or it may need to be arranged at the selected regional gateway. Our service team will align the declaration, transit document and delivery plan before dispatch.

What information is needed for an oversized shipment?

Provide dimensions, gross weight, centre of gravity, lifting points, packing details, photos, delivery coordinates and any proposed unloading equipment. We will check road access, handling capacity, permits and appointment requirements.

How should dangerous goods be booked?

Submit the full IMDG declaration and packing details before booking. Acceptance, storage and vehicle access are subject to the nominated operator and applicable Spanish and EU requirements; late DG disclosure can lead to rejection or re-routing.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, country, city and coordinates in this module are taken from the supplied ESSVB master record. Operational statements are deliberately expressed as planning guidance and require confirmation from the nominated carrier, harbour operator, customs office and inland haulier before execution.

Source type	Domain	Use and verification boundary
Spanish port administration and port information	puertos.es	Reference for Spain’s public-port framework and port-related institutional information; it does not replace confirmation of local handling availability.
Cantabria public-port administration	puertosdecantabria.es	Reference point for regional port administration and local port information; current operating conditions must be checked directly.
Spanish Tax Agency and customs administration	sede.agenciatributaria.gob.es	Reference for Spanish customs procedures and electronic administration; commodity-specific requirements remain subject to the applicable declaration.
Spanish official legislation and regulatory notices	boe.es	Reference for legally published Spanish rules; the current regulation applicable to the shipment must be checked before filing.