Milazzo

1. Milazzo boarding — No.1 position (refinery) Pilot boards38°15.0′N 015°17.1′E
2. Milazzo boarding — No.2 position (port) Pilot boards38°14.2′N 015°16.0′E

Size limits

LOA 336m, beam 60m, draught 16m, 319,202DWT.

Water density

1025.

Load line zone

Summer.

Tides

Range 0.4m (spring), 0.2m (neaps).

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

Approach

The approach is made either from N to E through the Baia di Milazzo with the harbour being entered S of the head of Molo Foraneo. The harbour entrance has a depth of 5.8-12.0m. Within the basin the depth is 4.5m minimum.

Port limits

The port limits are 2nm N of the green light of the harbour breakwater.

Anchorages

Anchorage is E of the refinery jetties. Vessels exceeding 1,000GT or over must anchor in one of the designated anchorages, Nos 1-6 inclusive. It is recommended that a pilot is used for anchoring.

Anchorage berths Nos 2 and 5 are temporarily out of use.

Any change of anchor berth, for safety or other reasons, must be authorised by or arranged direct with the maritime authority.

Depths within the harbour generally vary between 1.0-10.0m with the bottom being of course sand and gravel having a superficial layer of mud on top. Holding is reported to be fairly good.

Restrictions

Mooring and unmooring of vessels up to 24,499GT can be completed as follows: Mooring 0600-2200hrs, pilot onboard 2030hrs latest, unmooring 0600-2345hrs, pilot onboard 2245hrs latest.

For vessels over 24,499GT the corresponding times are 0600-2000hrs, pilot onboard 1830hrs latest, and 0600-2200hrs, pilot onboard 2115hrs latest.

Vessels entering harbour should manoeuvre at as slow a speed as possible and in such a manner as to have a view of vessels in the harbour, so that they can give way to vessels leaving harbour, which have precedence over vessels entering harbour.

Vessels entering or leaving harbour should not pass through the harbour entrance simultaneously with other vessels.

Vessels entering or leaving harbour should not exceed a speed of 5kts.

Charts and publications

BA 172, 805, 1018, 1941, 1976; Italian Nautical Charts: 245- 246; Admiralty Pilot NP45, NP286(3).

ETA and pre-arrival notices

Oil Refinery: ETA should be sent at least 72 and 48 hours prior to arrival.

Oil, gas and chemicals tankers or vessels carrying dangerous or polluting goods must, in addition to providing the information required by the Port of Milazzo safety regulations and Hazmat regulations.

Communications

Messina or Roma Radio throughout 24 hours.

VHF: Port Authority, Ch 16; 12.

Pilot: Ch 12, 16. Tel: +39 090 928 1642, Email: [email protected].

Berthing: Ch 12. Tel: 39 090 928 1072, Email: [email protected].

Mediterranea Refinery Terminal: Ch 12. Tel: +39 090 922101.

Tugs: Ch 16, 12.

Notice of readiness

NOR to be tendered in accordance with the terms and conditions of Charter Party.

Health

Pratique should be applied for through agent prior to arrival. Radio pratique is possible.

Ship Sanitary Control and Exemption Certificates can be renewed.

Customs and immigration

The customs allowance is 1 carton of cigarettes/ 1 bottle of spirits or equivalent not exceeding the value of 90Euro. Fines vary from 2 to 10 times the value of taxes included on the goods exceeding the above mentioned value.

Immigration authorities will board on arrival. Clearance for passengers and crew is normally granted in 10-15 minutes.

Notices and regulations

Regulations for entering harbour: Between Capo Milazzo and the port, during the summer period:

All high speed craft must navigate at least 1.5nm offshore.

All high speed craft, except hydrofoils, must not exceed 18kts.

All vessels entering or leaving harbour must:

Proceed with care and at the minimum speed required for manoeuvrability.

Manoeuvre in such a way as to have a view of the harbour basin or the roadstead so as to be ready for immediate action whenever there are other vessels leaving or entering.

In the harbour waters hydrofoils must not navigate on their wings.

Vessels leaving have precedence over those entering; however, vessels leaving cannot commence their departure movements if the entry manoeuvres of another vessel are already under way.

All vessels entering or leaving harbour are prohibited from:

Navigating at a speed in excess of 5kts.

Passing through the harbour entrance, inbound or outbound, simultaneously with other vessels.

Using whistles or sirens other than for reasons covered by the International Regulations for Preventing Collisions At Sea (1972).

Using radar when berthing to quays.

Tankers berth between 0600 and 2000hrs, and unberth between 0600 and 2100hrs.

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

Where it is

Milazzo is situated in NE Sicily.

The port

Milazzo Port is a key maritime hub serving both commercial and passenger traffic. It acts as a major gateway to the Aeolian Islands, offering frequent ferry and hydrofoil connections. The port also supports oil and gas operations, given its proximity to the Milazzo Refinery. Additionally, it accommodates bulk cargo, fishing and yachting activities, with well-equipped facilities for various maritime needs. Its strategic location and modern infrastructure make it an essential link in Sicily’s transport and logistics network.

Traffic

Approx 18,000,000t of cargo and 1,000,000 passengers handled annually.

Where does the pilot board at Milazzo?

The pilot boards at Milazzo boarding — No.1 position (refinery), 38°15.0′N 015°17.1′E. Milazzo has 2 pilot boarding places.

What time zone is Milazzo in?

Local time at Milazzo 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 Milazzo?

The deepest berth listed is at Milazzo Refinery: 24.00 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.

What is the water density at Milazzo?

1025.

Which load line zone is Milazzo in?

Summer.

Who carries out Port State Control at Milazzo?

Port State Control at Milazzo: Paris MOU.

What is the UN/LOCODE of Milazzo?

The UN/LOCODE of Milazzo is ITMLZ.

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