Valencia Port General Information
The Port of Valencia is Spain’s leading commercial port and one of the busiest ports in the Mediterranean, handling cargoes across virtually every sector of the economy. Strategically located on Spain’s east coast, Valencia serves as a major logistics gateway connecting Europe with the Mediterranean, Africa, Asia and the Americas.
As the largest container port in Spain and among the top ports in Europe, Valencia offers modern infrastructure, extensive terminal facilities and strong intermodal connections supporting container, RoRo, bulk, general cargo and project cargo operations.
The port handles a diverse range of commodities and industrial cargoes, serving sectors including furniture and timber, textiles, footwear, agriculture and food products, fuels, chemicals, automotive, construction materials and machinery. Valencia is also a key automotive hub, supporting manufacturers such as Ford and other major international brands.
In addition to its commercial activity, Valencia has seen significant growth in cruise operations in recent years, becoming an increasingly important destination for Mediterranean cruise traffic.
MH Bland has been established in Valencia since 2016, providing clients with experienced local support and responsive port agency services. Our professional team delivers efficient operational coordination and tailored assistance to vessel owners, operators and charterers, ensuring reliable support whenever and wherever required.
General Info:
- ISIP: Port ID: 18937
- Country: Spain
- Unlocator Code: ES VLC
- Time: GMT +1 (summertime GMT +2)
- Latitude: 39º 25′ 07” N
- Longitude: 0º 19′ 04” W
- Port Type: Harbour
- Port & Harbour Size: Large
- Harbour Type: Coastal Breakwater
- Prevailing Wind: E
- Tides: NIL
- Water Depth: 17m
- Entry Channel: Width: 500m Length: 1,200m
- Ground: sand & stone
- Breakwater: Direction SE
- Width: 500m
- Water Density: 1,027
- Valencia Port Control: VHF CH 12
- Communications: Pilots: VHF CH16
Emergency Information & Contacts:
- Fire & Ambulance: 112
- National Police: 091
- Country Police: 092
- VHF 16
Facilities & Miscellaneous
- Fresh Water: By pipe shore connection.
- Gas Oil: by truck &/or barge
- IFO 380: by truck &/or barge
- Marpol: by truck at the piers
- Cargo Slops: Not available
- Electric Power Plugs: 380 Watts in most piers
- Boat Services: Crew & limited spares volume/weight can be taken to anchorage area wp.
The Port of Valencia has upgraded its docks and channel depth so that these giants can operate efficiently. This allows Valencia to serve as a major logistics hub between Asia, Europe, and North Africa, handling huge container flows from global shipping companies.
Valencia port is also running a large sustainability program called ECOPORT II as part of its broader Net Zero Emissions Plan. The objective is to transform the ports of Valencia, Sagunto, and Gandía into low-carbon, energy-efficient ports.
Location
C/ Martí Grajales, 17, 3ªPlanta
46011
Valencia
España (SPAIN)