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TNGAE Gabes Port
Gabes Port is the seaport of Gabes, in the city of Gabesin Tunisia. Overseas routes include Africa, Port code is TNGAE.

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Port Code

TNGAE

Name

Gabes

Country / Region

Tunisia

City

Gabes

Sea Routes

Africa

Type

Latitude

33.9072400

Longitude

10.1016900

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Gabes Port (TNGAE) — Port Overview

Gabes is a sheltered seaport on Tunisia’s southeastern coast, positioned at approximately 33.9072400° N, 10.1016900° E and about 60 km west of Djerba. Its harbour is protected by two breakwaters and is primarily associated with bulk and liquid-bulk logistics rather than a confirmed high-frequency container gateway. The port record supplied for TNGAE indicates approximately 4.1 million tonnes of annual cargo and around 400 vessel calls, with grain, cement, fertiliser, chemical products and oil among the principal cargoes. Recorded maximum vessel parameters are 200 m length, 10.4 m draught and 63,878 tonnes deadweight. Our service team treats these figures as planning references and confirms berth, cargo, draft and documentation acceptance before booking.

UN/LOCODE	TNGAE
Port / City	GABES / Gabes, Tunisia
Port profile	Coastal seaport with a sheltered harbour; bulk, breakbulk and liquid-bulk logistics relevance
Coordinates	33.9072400° N, 10.1016900° E
Recorded vessel limits	Maximum length: 200 m; maximum draught: 10.4 m; maximum deadweight: 63,878 t

Key Highlights

Bulk-oriented gatewayCommodity planning should focus on grain, cement, fertiliser, chemicals and oil rather than assume standard container availability.

Sheltered harbourTwo breakwaters provide a protected harbour configuration, while actual berthing remains subject to vessel particulars and port instructions.

Draft-sensitive planningThe recorded 10.4 m maximum draught is a reference limit, not a guaranteed operating draft for every berth, tide or cargo condition.

Southern Tunisia locationGabes can support southern Tunisian industrial and agricultural supply chains, with inland transport arrangements requiring case-by-case confirmation.

Specialist compliance exposureChemical products, fertiliser and oil require early classification, safety-document review and terminal or authority acceptance.

Facilities & Services

Harbour protection: The supplied port record describes a sheltered harbour enclosed by two breakwaters, supporting bulk and general cargo vessel operations.
Bulk and liquid-bulk handling: Cargo planning may involve grain, cement, fertiliser, chemical products and oil. Cargo-specific handling arrangements must be confirmed before nomination.
Breakbulk and project cargo: Non-containerised cargo can be assessed against vessel gear, shore equipment, lifting plans, package dimensions and berth restrictions; none should be assumed without confirmation.
Container movements: The supplied record does not establish a dedicated container terminal, regular container service or equipment inventory. Our service team verifies the applicable loading method before accepting an FCL or LCL plan.
Storage and inspection: Temporary storage, customs inspection space, tank capacity, covered warehousing and dangerous-goods segregation are cargo- and operator-specific and must be confirmed in writing.
Inland connectivity: Road collection and delivery can be arranged subject to vehicle availability, cargo dimensions, route permissions and local operating conditions. Rail service should not be presumed.

Routes & Logistics Transit Planning

Trade direction: Gabes movements are generally evaluated within Mediterranean and North African supply chains, with routing dependent on the nominated vessel, cargo type, charter or liner arrangement and transshipment plan.
Container routing: Where container equipment or a suitable service is unavailable at Gabes, our service team may compare a feeder or transshipment solution with an alternative Tunisian or Mediterranean gateway. Carrier acceptance must be checked before quoting.
Bulk routing: Bulk and liquid-bulk cargoes are normally planned around vessel nomination, parcel size, terminal compatibility, draft, cargo documents and discharge sequence rather than a fixed liner schedule.
Time variables: Actual transit depends on port rotation, transshipment connection, weather, berth availability, customs release, dangerous-goods approval, cargo readiness and inland collection conditions. We provide a confirmed schedule only after carrier and port validation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Southern Tunisian hinterlandGabes is positioned to serve industrial, agricultural and distribution requirements in southern Tunisia, subject to road distance, delivery point and vehicle suitability.

Grain and agricultural inputsGrain, fertiliser and related products require moisture control, contamination prevention, accurate weight documentation and cargo-specific inspection planning.

Cement and mineral productsBagged or bulk cement requires package integrity, dust-control planning, suitable handling equipment and protection from moisture during storage and inland transport.

Chemical productsClassification, SDS, UN number where applicable, packaging group, emergency information and segregation requirements should be reviewed before booking.

Oil and liquid cargoTank, hose, compatibility, quantity, safety and terminal acceptance requirements must be confirmed directly for the nominated cargo and vessel.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Do not rely on a generic regional cut-off. The effective cargo readiness, document, VGM, gate-in or vessel nomination deadline must be obtained from the confirmed carrier, terminal or port agent and may change with the operation.
Dangerous goods: For chemicals, fertiliser, oil and other regulated cargo, submit the correct SDS, dangerous-goods declaration, UN classification, packing details, emergency contact and segregation information before acceptance. Approval is not automatic.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information, permits and product-specific certificates should be consistent. Customs examination, sampling or document queries can delay release; our team pre-checks the file before dispatch.
Vessel and inland limits: Confirm LOA, beam, draught, DWT, cargo gear, lifting points, road axle limits and route permits. The published maximum vessel figures are not a substitute for berth-specific approval or a transport survey.

Operational control: Our service team confirms terminal acceptance, port-agent instructions, cargo restrictions, documentation deadlines and inland delivery conditions before issuing a firm execution plan.

Shipping Tips

Send the cargo profile early: commodity name, HS code, quantity, package or bulk form, dimensions, weight, SDS and whether the shipment is containerised, breakbulk or liquid.
For out-of-gauge, heavy-lift or project cargo, provide drawings, centre of gravity, lifting points, packing photographs and proposed vehicle details so our team can arrange a feasibility review.
For chemicals, fertiliser and oil, complete dangerous-goods and terminal pre-approval before fixing the vessel or inland collection date; late classification changes can trigger rebooking or storage exposure.
Keep an alternative gateway or transshipment option available when the shipment requires containers, special equipment, frequent sailings or a tighter delivery window than Gabes can confirm.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TNGAE suitable for standard FCL shipments?

It should not be assumed. The supplied port profile is strongly bulk-oriented and does not confirm dedicated container equipment, terminal capability or regular container services. Our service team checks carrier acceptance, equipment availability and any transshipment requirement before quoting an FCL move.

Can Gabes accept chemical or oil cargo?

These cargoes are among the port record’s principal cargo categories, but acceptance depends on the specific product, classification, quantity, packaging or tank arrangement, safety documentation, terminal compatibility and authority approval. Submit the SDS and full cargo details for pre-clearance.

Can the recorded 10.4 m draught be used as the booking limit?

No. It is a recorded maximum reference for vessels reported to have entered the port. Actual permissible draught depends on berth, tide, approach conditions, cargo load, pilotage and current port instructions. Our team obtains vessel-specific confirmation.

What documents should be prepared for a bulk shipment?

Prepare the commercial invoice, packing list or weight certificate, sales contract where required, transport instructions, origin documents, permits or certificates applicable to the commodity, and dangerous-goods documents when regulated cargo is involved. Data consistency is essential for customs and inspection.

How should we plan inland delivery from Gabes?

Provide the final address, cargo weight, package dimensions, delivery restrictions and required date. Our service team then checks suitable vehicles, route constraints, permits, loading method and appointment requirements. Delivery timing remains subject to port release and local operating conditions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, location, coordinates, vessel reference limits, cargo profile and indicative vessel-call and cargo-volume figures in this module are based on the supplied TNGAE port record. The figures are planning references and should be reconfirmed for the nominated vessel, berth, cargo and operating date.

For operational and regulatory verification, our service team uses the relevant Tunisian port, maritime and customs authorities, including ommp.nat.tn and douane.gov.tn. These domains are provided as official verification points; berth availability, terminal acceptance, customs treatment, cut-offs, equipment and schedules remain subject to current confirmation.

Verification boundary: No specific berth count, terminal brand, equipment inventory, storage capacity, carrier, sailing frequency, tariff, guaranteed transit time or rail service is stated unless confirmed for the individual shipment.