Livorno

1. Livorno boarding — Bocca Nord Pilot boards43°34.3′N 010°16.3′E
2. Livorno boarding — Bocca Sud Pilot boards43°31.7′N 010°16.1′E

Size limits

LOA 338.72m, beam 48.4m, draught 13.0m, 117,236DWT

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.2m (springs), 0.1m (neaps).

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

Approach

The Livorno Habour Turning Basin has recently been deepened to 13m.

The S entrance is the main entrance to the port and has a navigable width of 0.12nm between the S end of Diga Curvilinea and shoal water extending from the coast E of it, with depths of up to 13.0m in the harbour.

The NE approach lane of the Traffic Separation Scheme leads into the S entrance. Pass between the S end of Diga Curvilinea and a light beacon (starboard hand) moored 2.25nm SE, keeping to the starboard side of the channel in accordance with port regulations, then turn sharply to a course of approx 000° and be guided by two light beacons, starboard hand, marking the E side of the channel which has 100m width. A depth of 12.3m can be carried through Avamporto to Bacino San Stefano and then to Darsena dei Petroli, but deep draught vessels must have regard to a 10.6m patch lying 0.2nm SSW of the S end of Diga Curvilinea.

The N entrance, lying between the head of Diga Marzocco and the E side of Diga Meloria, is 330m wide. There are 4.7m and 5.4m patches close within the entrance, and depths of 5.0m or less extend from the heads of both moles. Vessels approaching from N with a draught greater than 3.0m must pass W of Secche Della Meloria and enter through the S entrance.

Approach the N entrance with the tower on the summit of Monte Nero in line with the light structure on the N end of Diga Meloria bearing 143° which leads between Secche della Meloria and the coastal shoals. At night, pass 0.1nm E of the lightbuoy on the E side of Secche della Meloria. In passing through the N entrance, navigate with caution and keep as close to mid channel as is consistent with the port regulations.

Port limits

Port limits extend 3nm to seaward of the outer breakwaters.

Restrictions

Tankers are not permitted to berth after sunset. Night departure is allowed for tankers up to 15,000DWT and 240m in length from Berths No10 & 11.

Submarine power cables are laid from the head of Dig Marzocco to Diga Meloria and from the N side of Darsena Morisini to the S end of Diga Curvilinea and to Diga della Vegliaia.

Vessels using the S entrance must keep to the port side of the channel; if the entrance is occupied by a vessel leaving, a vessel arriving must wait until the entrance is clear.

Vessels entering Porto Mediceo must keep to the starboard side of the channel.

If the entrance to Porto Mediceo is occupied by a vessel arriving, vessels about to leave must wait until the entrance is clear.

Vessels leaving Porto Mediceo must give way to vessels leaving Bacino Cappellini.

Tugs

There are 15 tugs available with a capacity of 700 to 3,000bhp.

The port authority will provide guidance on tug requirements according to type of vessel, handling characteristics, berth and prevailing conditions. It is compulsory for vessels greater than LOA 100m moving to or from berths within Canale Industriale to take one tug.

Charts and publications

BA 119, 1998. US Publication 131. Admiralty Pilot NP46, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Passenger vessels: ETA to be advised 10, 5 and 2 days prior to arrival.

Other vessels: ETA to be advised 5, 2 and 1 day prior to arrival. Messages should always be addressed to agent and to indicate draught and other important information (if any) such as cargo, dangerous goods, stowaways, etc.

For vessels loading or unloading dangerous liquid or gas cargoes pilots require ETA at least 24 hours in advance of arrival. Other vessels, not subject to special regulations, 1 hour in advance.

Communications

VHF: Port Authority: Ch 16, 14.

Pilots: Ch 12. Tel: +39 0586 897045. Email: [email protected]

Ship's Information Service (Signal Station): Ch 10, 16.

Tugs: Ch 11, 12.

Port Approaches Control (PEC) Reporting System: Ch 80

Vessels approaching Livorno must report as soon as within VHF range to the Pilot Ch 12.

Port Information Service Ch 10.

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered at end of sea passage if vessel is anchored in the roads. If proceeding directly to a berth, NOR should be tendered to receivers.

Health

Vessels arriving from EU ports are not required to ask for free radio pratique. When arriving from outside the EU, free radio pratique can be obtained by telex to "Sanimare Livorno" through agent.

Customs and immigration

Customs: The customs allowance is 40 cigarettes per head and 1 bottle of spirit. Non compliance can generate heavy fines.

Immigration: There are no entry problems provided passport/Seaman Books are valid. Passengers must have a transit visa which should be obtained abroad prior to entering Italian waters. If the above is not complied with, shore passes will not be issued and heavy fines may be incurred.

Notices and regulations

Special regulations are in force for vessels carrying, or which have carried, flammable liquids or any other dangerous goods.

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

Repairs are available.

Bunkers, water and stores

Fresh water: Available. Very few piers are equipped with a fresh water pipeline. Where the pipeline exists the pressure is poor. Max supply achieved has never exceeded 2-3tph. In view of the above, fresh water must be supplied by barge.

During the summer season with several passenger vessels in port at the same time, water must be ordered with at least 48 hours notice.

Bunkering: Available. All major oil companies are represented and any type/quantity of bunkers/lub oils are available.

Medical

Livorno General Hospital (Ospedale Livorno), 4km.

Transport

Nearest airport: Pisa International Airport located at Pisa, 22km.

Nearest railway: Pisa Central Station, 23.5km.

Working hours

Normally 0800-1200hrs, 1400-1800hrs; overtime available to ensure completion.

Where it is

Livorno, also known as Leghorn, is in NW Italy on the Ligurian Sea.

The port

The port is divided into four main parts. Avamporto, Bacino San Stefano, Canale Industriale with its adjoining basins and Porto Vecchio. The approaches are protected by a curved sea wall, with the entrance to the S used by commercial shipping. The port handles bulk raw materials to service the heavy industries of the city, which includes ship building and repair. There is a large oil refinery close N of the city. Livorno also handles general cargo, bulk foodstuffs, forestry products, new cars and containers. The port provides ferry services and is a cruise liner destination. There are lay-by berths at the Outer Port, by the breakwaters at San Stefano Basin, for vessels awaiting a berth or working dangerous cargoes.

Traffic

Approx 34,000,000t of cargo, 800,000TEU, 2,000,000 passengers and 6,000 vessels handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Livorno?

The pilot boards at Livorno boarding — Bocca Nord, 43°34.3′N 010°16.3′E. Livorno has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Livorno in?

Local time at Livorno 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 Livorno?

The deepest berth listed is at Italia Pier: 13.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Livorno?

1025.

Which load line zone is Livorno in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Livorno?

Port State Control at Livorno: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Livorno?

The UN/LOCODE of Livorno is ITLIV.

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