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REUNI Reunion Port
Reunion Port is the major seaport of South carolina, in the city of South carolinain Reunion island. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is REUNI.

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Port Code

REUNI

Name

Reunion

Country / Region

Reunion island

City

South carolina

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Main Port

Est. Unit Price

$27/m³ Book Now

Reunion Port Overview

UN/LOCODE: REUNI · Region: Reunion Island

REUNI identifies the maritime gateway serving Réunion Island, a French overseas department in the Indian Ocean. It is primarily an ocean port for containerized imports and exports, with additional handling requirements for project, breakbulk and other non-containerized cargo depending on the terminal and vessel call. Because the island economy relies heavily on seaborne supply, the port is an important entry point for consumer goods, food products, construction materials, industrial inputs and equipment. Our service team can coordinate ocean freight, documentation, transshipment planning and island delivery, with final routing and terminal details confirmed against the actual booking.

UN/LOCODE	REUNI
Port profile	Seaport serving Reunion Island; container and general cargo logistics
Country/territory field	Reunion Island (RE)
Primary logistics characteristic	Island supply chain with ocean-dependent inbound distribution

Key Logistics Highlights

Island gateway

Most international cargo requires ocean routing and careful coordination between vessel arrival, terminal release and local delivery.

Transshipment-sensitive routing

Depending on origin, service design may involve a regional hub. Connection availability and hub congestion can materially affect the schedule.

Import-heavy supply chain

Inbound consumer, retail, food, construction and industrial cargo commonly requires reliable container planning and inland delivery follow-up.

French regulatory environment

Commercial invoices, customs data, product compliance and, where applicable, French or EU import requirements should be prepared before arrival.

Facilities & Services

Container handling: Containerized FCL and LCL cargo can be arranged subject to the selected carrier, terminal acceptance and available equipment.
General and project cargo: Breakbulk, machinery and oversized shipments require advance confirmation of handling method, dimensions, weight, lifting points and discharge restrictions.
Container yard operations: Gate appointments, empty-container return instructions, free-time conditions and terminal release procedures are booking-specific and should be checked before dispatch.
Consolidation and deconsolidation: Our service team can coordinate origin consolidation, destination deconsolidation and delivery appointments through the nominated warehouse or local partner.
Customs and inspection coordination: Import declarations, document review and possible physical inspection are handled according to the applicable French customs process and the shipment profile.
Road distribution: Final delivery is normally organized by road on the island; vehicle access, delivery time windows, site restrictions and equipment requirements must be confirmed in advance.

Routes & Transit-Time Planning

Common routing logic: Cargo from Asia, Europe, the Middle East or other Indian Ocean markets may move through a regional hub or an intermediate port. The actual sequence depends on the carrier's current network.
Transit-time principle: Total lead time includes origin handling, export clearance, ocean legs, transshipment connection, discharge, customs release and island delivery. It should not be judged only by the sea leg.
Main schedule risks: Missed connections, weather disruption, equipment imbalance, port congestion, customs inspection and incomplete consignee data may extend the planned delivery window.
Booking practice: Our service team checks the current routing, cut-off, transshipment plan and destination charges before confirming a quotation; all schedules remain subject to carrier confirmation.

No fixed direct-service, sailing frequency or transit-time commitment should be inferred from the port code alone. The confirmed booking and carrier schedule govern the shipment.

Hinterland & Typical Cargo

Service area

The principal hinterland is Réunion Island. Island-wide distribution is generally arranged by road from the port area to importers, wholesalers, retailers, projects and industrial sites.

Consumer and retail goods

Packaged consumer products, household goods, retail inventory and general merchandise are commonly moved in dry containers or consolidated cargo.

Food and temperature-sensitive cargo

Foodstuffs and other controlled products require suitable packaging, temperature instructions and document checks; reefer availability must be confirmed before booking.

Construction and industrial cargo

Machinery, building materials, spare parts and project cargo may require special equipment, lifting plans, site surveys or delivery restrictions.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-offs: Shipping instructions, verified gross mass, customs data and export documents must reach the origin team before the carrier's booking cut-off. The applicable closing time is confirmed per sailing and may change.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where relevant, SDS and packing certificate before booking. Carrier and terminal acceptance are required; late declarations can cause rollover or rejection.
Customs documents: Prepare a precise commercial invoice, packing list, bill-of-lading instructions, origin information and any product-specific permits. Consignee, importer and tariff data should match across all documents.
Inspection and delivery: Customs examination, documentary queries, port release conditions and delivery appointments can affect cost and timing. Our team should receive cargo dimensions, delivery address, unloading facilities and any site restrictions before dispatch.

Practical Shipping Tips

Request a routing comparison early, including available transshipment options, container type, estimated connection risk and the cut-off for the selected sailing.
For LCL cargo, use moisture-resistant packaging, clear outer marks and strong internal protection; provide accurate package count, dimensions and gross weight to avoid warehouse rework.
For FCL cargo, verify container suitability, cargo securing, verified gross mass and destination empty-return instructions before loading.
For oversized, refrigerated or dangerous cargo, send technical specifications and compliance documents before quotation so that equipment and acceptance can be checked.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is REUNI a suitable code for shipping to Réunion Island?: REUNI is the UN/LOCODE provided for this port profile. The final bill of lading destination, terminal instruction and consignee details should still be verified against the carrier booking.
Can our shipment move directly to REUNI?: That depends on the carrier's current network and origin. Some origins may require transshipment, so our service team confirms the actual routing rather than assuming a direct call.
How should we plan transit time?: Allow time for origin cut-off, export clearance, ocean transport, possible hub connection, discharge, customs release and local delivery. A firm estimate is issued only after the sailing and routing are confirmed.
What information is needed for a dangerous-goods quotation?: Provide the DG declaration details, UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, package type, SDS and container information. Acceptance remains subject to carrier and terminal review.
What commonly causes delivery delays after vessel arrival?: Incomplete import documents, customs inspection, unpaid or unconfirmed local charges, missing release instructions, delivery-site restrictions and limited equipment availability are frequent causes. Pre-arrival document review reduces avoidable delays.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, territory field and platform profile identifiers are based on the supplied port record. Operational descriptions are presented as logistics planning guidance and do not replace the carrier's booking confirmation, terminal instruction or customs decision.

Port authority reference: Official information for the Grand Port Maritime de La Réunion can be checked through reunion.port.fr.
Customs and import compliance: French customs information can be checked through douane.gouv.fr.
Verification boundary: Vessel schedules, cut-offs, terminal procedures, charges, equipment availability, customs treatment and delivery appointments are time-sensitive and must be confirmed for each shipment.

REREU Reunion Port
Reunion Port is the seaport of Reunion, in the city of Reunionin Reunion island. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is REREU.

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Port Code

REREU

Name

Reunion

Country / Region

Reunion island

City

Reunion

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

-20.9359999

Longitude

55.3029995

Est. Unit Price

$233/m³ Book Now

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Port Overview

Reunion Port, identified by UN/LOCODE REREU, is the principal commercial seaport of Reunion Island in the Indian Ocean. It lies on the island’s northern coast, approximately 670 nautical miles east of Madagascar and about 20 km from Saint-Denis, the capital. The port serves an island economy that depends heavily on maritime supply chains and handles containerised cargo, petroleum products, building materials, sugar products, grain and foodstuffs. Its operating profile combines commercial, fishing and naval activities. Port operations are divided between Ouest Port, the older artificial harbour with two main basins and a stated maximum draught of 8.5 m, and Est Port, the newer area with a turning basin and berthing basin and a stated maximum draught of 12.0 m. Our service team treats REREU as an island gateway where vessel connection planning, equipment availability and inland delivery coordination should be confirmed before cargo is released.

Reference item	Port data
UN/LOCODE	REREU
Location	Reunion Island, northern coast, Indian Ocean
Coordinates	55.3029995° E, 20.9359999° S
Port areas	Ouest Port and Est Port
Stated maximum draught	Ouest Port: 8.5 m; Est Port: 12.0 m

Key Highlights

Single-island gatewayReunion Port is the island’s only commercial port, so disruption, vessel omission or equipment imbalance can affect the full local supply chain.

Two operating areasOuest Port and Est Port have different functions and stated draught limits; the applicable basin should be checked against the vessel and cargo plan.

Mixed cargo profileContainer traffic operates alongside petroleum, construction materials, food products, sugar-related cargo, fishing and naval activities.

Island logistics exposureMost cargo is ultimately moved by road to local consignees, with delivery appointments, vehicle capacity and storage space requiring early coordination.

Facilities & Services

Container handling: The port regularly receives container vessels. Our team can coordinate FCL and LCL planning, subject to the selected carrier’s equipment, terminal acceptance and sailing schedule.
Commercial and mixed-use basins: Est Port is described in the supplied port data as having a turning basin and berthing basin, while Ouest Port also supports fishing and naval functions.
Bulk and project cargo: Petroleum products, grain, food and construction materials form part of the port’s cargo mix. Bulk, breakbulk and oversized shipments require commodity-specific handling confirmation.
Storage and staging: Container yards, warehouses and temporary storage arrangements should be confirmed for the actual terminal and consignee. Our service team checks free-time, reefer plugs and delivery windows before booking where applicable.
Inland distribution: Local collection and delivery are normally road-based. Vehicle type, access conditions, unloading equipment and appointment requirements should be verified for each delivery address.

Routes & Transit Times

International cargo is generally planned through carrier networks linking the Indian Ocean, East Africa, the Middle East, Asia or European hubs. The precise connection, transshipment port and vessel rotation depend on the booking date and carrier deployment.
For cargo originating in mainland China or other Asian markets, a transshipment solution may be required. Our team compares connection risk, equipment availability and total door-to-door lead time rather than relying only on port-to-port estimates.
Transit time can be affected by feeder or mainline connection changes, weather, port omission, terminal congestion, customs release, equipment shortages and island delivery capacity. Any quoted schedule should therefore be treated as subject to carrier confirmation.
For urgent or project cargo, we recommend requesting the full routing, transshipment dwell allowance, cut-off schedule and contingency option before commercial commitment.

No fixed sailing frequency, direct service, carrier allocation or transit-time commitment should be assumed without a current booking confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: The port supports Reunion Island, with Saint-Denis and other island destinations reached through local road distribution rather than a mainland rail network.
Imported essentials: Food, grain, consumer goods and other daily necessities are suitable for containerised supply-chain planning with close attention to stock continuity.
Construction supply: Building materials and related project cargo require early checks on container weight, unloading equipment, site access and delivery sequencing.
Energy and industrial cargo: Petroleum products and other controlled commodities require accurate classification, packaging, documentation and prior acceptance checks.
Island production: Sugar-related products and other local cargo may require export packing, moisture protection and booking coordination around available equipment and vessel connections.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Shipping instructions, verified gross mass, customs data, export documents and terminal delivery must meet the actual carrier and terminal cut-offs. Our service team obtains the confirmed cut-off instead of applying a generic timetable.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, marine pollutant status, package details and emergency contact information before booking. Petroleum and other regulated cargo must not be tendered on a general-cargo assumption.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document data, origin information and any commodity-specific permits should be consistent. Customs inspection or document queries can delay release and local delivery.
Vessel and basin suitability: The selected service must be checked against the relevant port area, cargo dimensions, vessel draught, special handling needs and terminal acceptance. The stated draught figures are not a guarantee of berth availability for every call.

Shipping Tips

Send cargo dimensions, gross weight, commodity description, HS information and delivery address at the quotation stage so our team can screen equipment, handling and inland constraints.
Reserve space early for seasonal food, construction or project cargo, and ask for a routing with a realistic transshipment buffer rather than selecting only the shortest nominal schedule.
Use seaworthy export packing with moisture, corrosion and salt-air protection where appropriate; heavy or oversized units should include lifting points, centre-of-gravity data and handling drawings.
For FCL, LCL, reefer or dangerous goods shipments, obtain written confirmation of acceptance, cut-off, free time, temperature requirements, documentation and final delivery appointment before cargo dispatch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is REREU the same as a mainland Reunion gateway?: REREU identifies Reunion Port on Reunion Island. It is the island’s commercial port gateway; cargo planning should not substitute a mainland French port without checking the final destination and onward transport requirements.
Which port area should be used for a container shipment?: The applicable area depends on the vessel call, terminal allocation and cargo requirements. Our service team confirms the current carrier booking and terminal instructions rather than assigning Ouest Port or Est Port solely from the cargo description.
Can dangerous goods be shipped to Reunion Port?: Potentially, subject to carrier, terminal and regulatory acceptance. Complete DG declarations and supporting documents must be submitted in advance, and acceptance should be obtained before cargo delivery.
What commonly causes delivery delays after discharge?: Typical risks include customs queries, incomplete documents, inspection, equipment or truck shortages, limited storage capacity and missed delivery appointments. Early document review and pre-arranged inland delivery reduce these risks.
Should a short transit-time option always be selected?: No. For this island gateway, connection reliability, transshipment dwell, equipment availability, customs readiness and local delivery capacity can be more important than the shortest published schedule. Our team compares the complete logistics chain.

Data Sources & Provenance

Hard identifiers, coordinates, port-area descriptions, stated draughts, location references and cargo categories in this module are based on the supplied REREU port master data. Current operational details such as terminal acceptance, vessel rotation, cut-off, free time, inspection arrangements, equipment availability and inland delivery windows must be re-confirmed for the individual shipment.

For port authority and infrastructure verification, our team uses the official Grand Port Maritime de La Réunion domain: reunion.port.fr. For French customs and import/export compliance references, consult the official French customs domain: douane.gouv.fr.

No fixed throughput, berth count, service frequency, carrier commitment, tariff, operating-hour or transit-time figure is presented unless confirmed for the specific booking.