Gallipoli

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.3-0.5m. Currents: Currents in this locality depend generally on the direction of the wind and vary in rate. They are also felt in the harbour.

The strongest current is that caused by SW winds which sets up silting in the harbour.

Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.

Approach

Secca del Rafo Lightbuoy is positioned outside the harbour, on the left of the green entrance light, 300m from the dock.

Caution: It is advisable to pass far to seaward of the coastal section between Capo Santa Maria di Leuca and Porto di Gallipoli during the fishing season (Apr-Oct) in order to avoid areas covered by moored pots; in particular on Banco La Scala.

Port limits

Port limits extend 0.3nm NW from the port entrance, where there are red and green entrance lights.

Traffic schemes and VTS

Traffic schemes have not been adopted.

Anchorages

Available in North Bay and South Bay. Before anchoring, call Gallipoli Harbour Master by radio on VHF Ch 16.

Restrictions

No berthing/unberthing of dangerous cargoes at night.

Tugs

Tugs are not available in the port but can be ordered from Taranto.

Mooring

Contact the Gallipoli Harbour Master before vessel arrives at the entrance to the harbour.

Charts and publications

BA 140. Italian 149-28 and 920-11. Admiralty Pilot NP45, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Should be advised to harbour master 24 hours prior to arrival and pilots 12 hours prior to arrival.

Communications

VHF: Pilots: Ch 16, 12.

Harbour Master/Rescue: Ch 16. Tel: +39 0833 266862, Fax: +39 0833 264023, Email: [email protected].

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered in the roads by arrangement with agent.

Health

Free pratique may be requested by radio cable to "Sanimare Taranto".

Customs and immigration

Customs and immigration requirements are in accordance with European regulations. The customs office is located in the harbour. Immigration is handled by the frontier police.

Notices and regulations

Regulations concerning entry: Vessels which are carrying, or which have carried, dangerous or polluting cargoes in a liquid or gaseous state, are prohibited from navigating, other than for force majeure, within the coastal zone extending 3nm from the coast, within the jurisdiction of the Maritime Navigation Officer of Gallipoli.

All vessels must observe the International Regulations for the Prevention of Collisions at Sea and must report their positions as opportune during entry, departure and when berthed.

Stopping and anchoring by vessels at a distance of less than 1nm from the light at the head of Molo di Tramontana is prohibited.

Port State Control here: Paris MOU.

Running now: the Paris and Tokyo MOU concentrated inspection campaign on cargo securing, 1 September to 30 November 2026. Its questions are published: the questionnaire.

ISPS

ISPS Designated Authority: Italian Coast Guard Headquarters, Legal Department.

Address: Viale dell'Arte 16, I-00146 Rome, Italy.

Tel: +39 06 590 841 87.

Fax: +39 06 596 482 93.

Email: [email protected]

Website: http://www.guardiacostiera.gov.it

For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org

Repairs

Available for small/medium vessels for hull (only wood repairs), engine, electric and electronic equipment.

A slipway for small boats at the E end of the S shore, close N to the harbour master's office.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available alongside.

Bunkering: MGO available by road tanker. It is forbidden to bunker without authorisation.

Stores: Available.

Medical

Hospital, 1km from the port.

Crew change

Contact harbour master for further information.

Transport

Nearest airport: Brindisi, 80km.

Nearest railway: Gallipoli.

Working hours

Normally, Mon to Fri 0700-1200hrs and 1330-1630hrs.

For other services, the offices, located in a harbour building, are open Mon-Sat 0800-1400hrs.

Where it is

Gallipoli is situated on the E coast of the Gulf of Taranto, on an island linked to the mainland by a bridge.

The port

The port of Gallipoli has been characterised for some years by a gradual development of mercantile traffic. The recent enlargement of the mercantile dock, with extension work on the quay and dredging of the depth, has attracted renewed interest by national and international maritime companies so that the port has started to provide a platform for commercial traffic in the lower region of Salento.

What are the pilot arrangements at Gallipoli?

Pilot service and mooring linesmen are compulsory for all vessels over 500GT, available throughout 24 hours.

What time zone is Gallipoli in?

Local time at Gallipoli is UTC+1. Clocks go to UTC+2 on 28 Mar 2027. Back to UTC+1 on 31 Oct 2027.

What is the maximum draft at Gallipoli?

The deepest berth listed is at Molo di Tramontana: 4.80 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Gallipoli?

1025.

Which load line zone is Gallipoli in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Gallipoli?

Port State Control at Gallipoli: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Gallipoli?

The UN/LOCODE of Gallipoli is ITGAL.

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