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MQFDF Fort De France Port
Fort De France Port is the seaport of Fort de france, in the city of Fort de francein Martinique. Overseas routes include Central and South America, Port code is MQFDF.

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Port Code

MQFDF

Name

Fort De France

Country / Region

Martinique

City

Fort de france

Sea Routes

Central and South America

Type

Latitude

14.5932050

Longitude

-61.0505800

Est. Unit Price

$470/m³ Book Now

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Fort-de-France Port (UN/LOCODE: MQFDF)

Fort-de-France, Martinique | Caribbean maritime gateway | Coordinates: 14.593205, -61.050580

Port of Fort-de-France is the principal maritime gateway of Martinique and a sheltered seaport serving the island’s import, export, cruise and regional distribution requirements. The supplied port data describes approximately 39 km² of harbour area, about 1,900 metres of berthing space and alongside depths generally ranging from 5.5 to 12 metres, with a tanker and mineral jetty reaching 17 metres at the head. The port accommodates container, Ro-Ro, general and bulk cargo, tankers and cruise vessels. For cargo planning, the key characteristics are island supply-chain dependence, limited inland alternatives and exposure to transshipment, vessel-window and weather-related changes. Our service team recommends confirming the nominated terminal, equipment requirements, documentation cut-offs and final delivery constraints before booking.

Key Highlights

Sheltered harbour
Protected port setting with reported anchorage depths of approximately 10–22 metres; anchorage and pilotage arrangements remain subject to port confirmation.

Multi-purpose handling
Suitable cargo profiles include containers, Ro-Ro, general cargo, bulk cargo, tankers and cruise vessels.

Island logistics
Most cargo relies on coordinated ocean transport and road delivery, so missed vessel connections can affect the full supply chain.

Draft control
The supplied record reports a maximum recorded vessel length of 271 metres and maximum draught of 13.1 metres; acceptance must be checked for each call.

Cargo mix
Containerized cargo, petroleum products, raw materials, bananas, sugar and fertilizer are identified in the supplied port description.

Facilities & Services

Container operations: The port handles containerized cargo and is reported to process approximately 990,000 tonnes of container cargo annually in the supplied dataset. Terminal acceptance, reefer plugs, empty release and cut-off details must be confirmed per booking.
General, bulk and Ro-Ro cargo: Berthing accommodation is described for general/bulk cargo and Ro-Ro/container vessels. Project, breakbulk and rolling cargo require advance review of dimensions, lifting points, lashing and ramp compatibility.
Liquid and mineral cargo: A tanker and mineral jetty is reported, with approximately 17 metres depth at the head. Dangerous-goods acceptance and berth suitability are subject to cargo declaration and terminal approval.
Berthing and anchorage: Reported berthing space totals approximately 1,900 metres, with alongside depths of about 5.5–12 metres. Actual berth allocation, under-keel clearance and arrival window should be verified with the port or carrier.
Inland distribution: Martinique deliveries are primarily road-based. Our service team should confirm delivery address, vehicle access, unloading equipment, appointment requirements and any urban or site restrictions before dispatch.

Routes & Transit Times

Trade orientation: MQFDF is used for Martinique import and export flows and may be connected through Caribbean regional services, North Atlantic services or European-origin networks, depending on carrier and season.
Transshipment planning: Where no suitable direct sailing is offered, cargo may require a regional connection. The number of connections, relay-port congestion, equipment availability and vessel schedule changes can materially affect transit time.
FCL and LCL: FCL planning should prioritize equipment release and terminal cut-offs. LCL cargo should allow additional consolidation, deconsolidation and destination handling time; the final transit estimate must come from the selected carrier or consolidator.
Schedule controls: Our service team will quote an indicative routing only after checking origin, cargo type, container size, hazardous classification and delivery location. Sailing frequency and transit time are not fixed and must be reconfirmed at booking.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Service area: The primary hinterland is Martinique, with Fort-de-France functioning as the island’s main maritime gateway for consumer goods, industrial inputs and energy-related supply.
Exports: The supplied port description identifies bananas, sugar and fertilizer among principal export commodities. Actual export volumes, packaging and seasonality should be confirmed with the shipper.
Imports: Raw materials and oil products are identified as important import categories, alongside containerized goods for local consumption and industrial use.
Special cargo: Reefer products, machinery, building materials, vehicles, chemicals and petroleum-related cargo require commodity-specific checks for temperature, stowage, dangerous-goods, weight and delivery-site conditions.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off management: Shipping instructions, verified gross mass, customs data, export declarations and terminal delivery appointments must be completed before the carrier’s stated deadlines. Cut-off times vary by sailing and are not inferred from port opening hours.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, container packing certificate and emergency contact details. Obtain carrier and terminal acceptance before dispatch.
Customs and inspection: Commodity descriptions, HS classification, origin, value, consignee data and permits should be consistent across commercial documents and declarations. Customs or security inspections may cause storage, demurrage or delivery changes.
Inland delivery: Confirm container weight, chassis or truck suitability, road access, delivery appointment and unloading resources. For oversized or heavy cargo, our service team should arrange a route and equipment assessment before the vessel is booked.

Shipping Tips

Send the full cargo profile early: commodity, dimensions, gross weight, packing method, temperature range, hazardous status and final delivery postcode or site details.
For island-bound cargo, build contingency around transshipment and document corrections. Our service team can compare alternative sailing combinations, but the selected carrier’s confirmed schedule remains controlling.
Use seaworthy export packaging with corrosion protection and moisture control, particularly for machinery, metal products and cargo exposed to tropical marine conditions.
For reefers, project cargo, vehicles or dangerous goods, obtain written acceptance before cargo delivery and confirm power, lifting, lashing, inspection and delivery arrangements.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can our team guarantee a direct sailing to MQFDF?: No. Service patterns depend on origin, carrier, equipment and season. Our service team will check whether the selected booking is direct or requires transshipment and will provide the carrier-confirmed routing.
What draft or vessel size should be used for planning?: The supplied record reports a maximum recorded vessel length of 271 metres and maximum draught of 13.1 metres. These are reference figures, not an acceptance guarantee; berth, tide, under-keel clearance and cargo restrictions must be confirmed for the specific call.
Is road delivery available beyond Fort-de-France?: Yes, island distribution is generally organized by road, subject to destination access, vehicle availability, appointment rules and cargo dimensions. Our service team will review delivery conditions before issuing a final inland quotation.
How should dangerous goods be booked?: Submit complete IMO dangerous-goods details before booking. Carrier and terminal approval is required, and incorrect classification or late documents may lead to rejection, re-handling, storage or schedule loss.
Are the published port figures guaranteed for every shipment?: No. Berthing depth, cargo capacity, terminal cut-offs, vessel acceptance and handling conditions can change by call. The figures below are reference data and should be checked against the current port and carrier instructions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, port name, country, city, coordinates, berth figures, depth references, cargo profile and vessel-record figures in this module are based on the supplied MQFDF port dataset. Operational conditions, berth allocation, cut-offs, acceptance rules, customs requirements and current schedules must be revalidated for each shipment.

Primary reference	Supplied port dataset for UN/LOCODE MQFDF — Fort-de-France, Martinique.
Port-side verification	For current port notices, operational requirements and local confirmation, consult the official port authority domain: port-martinique.com.
Customs and regulatory reference	For French customs and applicable regulatory information, consult douane.gouv.fr.
Verification boundary	Published figures are indicative reference data. The selected carrier, terminal, port authority and relevant customs authorities control the final booking, acceptance, clearance and delivery conditions.