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FRMTX Montoir-de-bretagne Port
Montoir-de-bretagne Port is the seaport of Montoir-de-bretagne, in the city of Montoir-de-bretagnein France. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is FRMTX.

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Port Code

FRMTX

Name

Montoir-de-bretagne

Country / Region

France

City

Montoir-de-bretagne

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

47.3300000

Longitude

-2.1500000

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Port Overview

Montoir-de-Bretagne, UN/LOCODE FRMTX, is a seaport on the Loire estuary on France’s Atlantic coast and a subport within the Nantes–Saint-Nazaire port complex. Its position near the river mouth supports maritime access to the Saint-Nazaire–Montoir industrial area and onward road distribution across western France. The port is operationally relevant for project, breakbulk, liquid and dry bulk cargo, while containerized shipments should be planned against the confirmed carrier service and terminal acceptance rather than assumed direct coverage. The supplied port record describes the wider complex as handling approximately 3,000 vessels, 31.1 million tonnes of cargo and 175,000 TEU annually; these figures relate to the complex rather than FRMTX alone.

Port code	FRMTX
Port / city	Montoir-de-Bretagne, France
Coordinates	47.330000, -2.150000
Port classification	Estuarine seaport and subport of Nantes–Saint-Nazaire
Regional zone	Europe–Mediterranean market area

Key Highlights

Estuary-linked accessRiver Loire approach conditions, tidal windows and vessel constraints can affect planning and must be checked for the nominated vessel and berth.

Multi-cargo profileThe wider complex handles cargo vessels and tankers, making cargo segregation, terminal matching and document accuracy particularly important.

Industrial hinterlandIts location serves the Saint-Nazaire–Montoir industrial belt and western French distribution routes, with road planning central to inland delivery.

Container planning requiredFor FCL cargo, our service team confirms the actual load port, terminal, equipment availability, cut-off and inland routing before booking.

Facilities & Services

Marine cargo handling: The port complex supports cargo-vessel and tanker operations; the appropriate terminal depends on commodity, vessel type and cargo handling requirements.
Containerized freight: Our team can arrange FCL routing where a confirmed service accepts FRMTX or an agreed Nantes–Saint-Nazaire-area gateway. Equipment, terminal and empty-release details require booking confirmation.
Breakbulk and project cargo: Dimensions, lifting points, gross weight, center of gravity and securing plans should be submitted before rate and vessel confirmation.
Bulk and liquid cargo: Commodity classification, SDS documentation, tank or bulk handling compatibility and terminal acceptance should be checked before cargo delivery.
Inland distribution: Road haulage is the practical planning reference for many western-France deliveries; vehicle access, weight, route and delivery-slot restrictions must be verified case by case.

Routes & Transit Times

Long-haul imports and exports: Cargo may be arranged through an approved Atlantic gateway, a confirmed Nantes–Saint-Nazaire service, or a carrier-designated alternative. Direct calls, transshipment points and sailing frequency must be confirmed for each booking.
European connections: Western France distribution commonly relies on coordinated sea–road or sea–rail routing, subject to the selected carrier, inland destination and available equipment.
Transit-time control: Actual timing depends on vessel rotation, tidal and nautical restrictions, terminal cut-offs, customs release, transshipment, weather and inland appointment availability.
Our planning method: We quote the sea leg and inland leg separately where necessary, identify the operational handover point, and provide a revised schedule after carrier and terminal confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Saint-Nazaire and Montoir-de-Bretagne form the immediate industrial catchment, with onward road distribution toward Nantes, Brittany and western France.
Industrial cargo: Machinery, components, fabricated units and project shipments may require out-of-gauge review, special equipment and controlled delivery sequencing.
Bulk-related cargo: The wider port profile includes dry and liquid bulk activity; cargo descriptions, safety data and handling instructions must match the terminal’s acceptance requirements.
Container cargo: General merchandise can be moved as FCL when the confirmed service, equipment type and inland plan are aligned; LCL consolidation may need routing through another consolidation gateway.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off management: Booking cut-off, VGM deadline, terminal receiving window and customs status are not interchangeable. Our service team confirms each deadline from the nominated carrier and terminal before dispatch.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and SDS. DG acceptance must be obtained before container delivery.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document data, origin information and customs instructions should be consistent. A customs hold or physical inspection can delay release and inland collection.
Inland delivery: Confirm container weight, chassis suitability, road restrictions, delivery appointment, unloading equipment and demurrage/detention responsibility before dispatch.

Shipping Tips

Send the commodity, HS code, package dimensions, gross weight, ready date, destination and any DG or OOG details to our team before requesting a firm routing.
For project cargo, attach drawings, lifting points, center-of-gravity data and photographs; do not rely on standard container assumptions for heavy or irregular units.
Reserve additional planning margin around vessel cut-off, estuary navigation constraints, customs release and inland delivery appointments.
If FRMTX is not available for the required container service, our team can compare a confirmed alternative gateway or transshipment plan based on total cost, cargo characteristics and delivery urgency.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is FRMTX the same as the whole Nantes–Saint-Nazaire port?

No. FRMTX identifies Montoir-de-Bretagne, which is a subport within the wider Nantes–Saint-Nazaire complex. The confirmed terminal and port code on the booking should be checked against the carrier’s shipping instructions.

Can our FCL shipment be booked directly under FRMTX?

It depends on the current carrier service, equipment and terminal acceptance. Our service team verifies the actual load-port code, empty-pickup point, receiving window and inland connection before confirmation.

What information is needed for dangerous goods?

Provide the complete IMDG declaration data, package information, SDS and container details at quotation or booking stage. Acceptance remains subject to the carrier and terminal.

What commonly causes delay?

Typical causes include late VGM or customs data, incorrect cargo classification, missed terminal receiving windows, inspection holds, equipment shortages and inland delivery constraints.

Can you arrange inland delivery from Montoir-de-Bretagne?

Yes, our team can coordinate road or other available inland options after checking cargo weight, dimensions, delivery location, appointment requirements and the confirmed port handover.

Data Sources & Provenance

Input port record	Used as the primary source for FRMTX, Montoir-de-Bretagne, France, coordinates, port relationship and the supplied Nantes–Saint-Nazaire complex activity figures.
Official port reference	Port ownership, facilities, operational notices and current port arrangements should be checked with nantes.port.fr.
French customs reference	Customs procedures, declarations and regulatory requirements should be verified through douane.gouv.fr.
Verification boundary	Carrier schedules, terminal cut-offs, vessel acceptance, equipment release, charges, navigation conditions and inland availability are time-sensitive and must be reconfirmed for each shipment.

Figures describing the wider port complex are not presented as FRMTX-only throughput. Where a current operational parameter is not stated in the supplied record, our service team uses the carrier, terminal and official authority confirmation applicable to the shipment.