PORT GUIDE · FOR OFFICERS, MASTERS AND SHORE TEAMS
Vlore
Pilot
updated Sep 2010Compulsory to the tanker loading station. Pilots can be contacted on VHF Ch 10. The bay can be entered without the aid of a pilot after contacting Harbour Port Control. Vessels requiring pilotage should send ETA 48 hours in advance to the agent. Pilot boards in anchorage 40°26.5'N 019°29.0'E.
Key data
updated Jun 2020Size limits
LOA 92.8m, beam 14.1m, 3,500DWT
Water density
1025 summer to 1029 winter.
Load line zone
Summer.
Tides
Negligible.
Max draft per terminal
| Terminal | Max draught | Max LOA | Berths |
|---|---|---|---|
| PIA Terminal | 7.50 m | 93 m | 1 |
| Ferry Terminal | — | — | 1 |
Deepest first. The draught is the largest any of the terminal's berths states; a dash means the source gives none.
Approach
updated Jun 2020Anchorages
Anchorage in summer, for a short visit, is generally found off the coast between Skela e Vlores and Kepi 1 Pelasja in depth of 18-24m, mainly mud and weed. The nature of the bottom should be determined when anchoring. NW winds cause a heavy seas at this anchorage and the Bora is severely felt.
Restrictions
All vessels must contact the Harbour Master before entry.
Tugs
One tug, 1,000hp and two small boats available.
Charts and publications
BA 1590. Admiralty Pilot NP47, NP286(3).
Reporting before arrival
updated May 2010Communications
Aulona Radio.
VHF: Port & Pilots: Ch 16, 11, 12, 14.
Refinery: Ch 10.
Notice of readiness
NOR should be tendered 24 hours in advance.
Health
Free pratique granted after routine inspection by health official.
Customs and immigration
Customs and Immigration Officers will board during free pratique inspection.
Inspections
ISPS
ISPS Designated Authority: Ministere des Transports et Telecommunications, Depart de Transport Maritime, Tirana, Albania.
Tel: +355 42 25862.
Fax: +355 42 27773.
ISPS Compliance: Albania is ISPS compliant.
For further ISPS information see IMO website http://www.imo.org
Port services
updated Nov 2025Repairs
Pasha Liman repair facilities are available.
Dry docks
Pasha Liman Shipyard facilities available 6nm S of Vlore, servicing for repairs and shipbuilding constructions for commercial and naval fleet.
Bunkers, water and stores
Fresh water: Available.
Bunkering: By road tanker only.
Medical
Approx 2km.
Transport
Nearest airport: Tirana (150km).
Nearest railway: Approx 1km.
Working hours
Throughout 24 hours.
About Vlore
updated Jun 2020Where it is
The port of Vlore (also known as Vlone or Vlora) is situated in southern Albania in a large sheltered bay.
The port
The port has two main quays handling mainly building materials and passengers. There is also a tanker Sea Island berth, 1.5nm SSW, for the refinery.
Traffic
Approx 34,700t of cargo,152,000 passengers handled annually.
Questions about Vlore
What are the pilot arrangements at Vlore?
Compulsory to the tanker loading station.
What time zone is Vlore in?
Local time at Vlore 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 Vlore?
The deepest berth listed is at PIA Terminal: 7.50 m maximum draught. The "Max draft per terminal" table gives each terminal's figure.
What is the water density at Vlore?
1025 summer to 1029 winter.
Which load line zone is Vlore in?
Summer.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Vlore?
The UN/LOCODE of Vlore is ALVOA.
Tips from seafarers
What crews who called at Vlore say: pilot boarding, the agent's papers, inspections, shore leave. Each tip is shown with the writer's rank and ship type, and an AI summary sits on top once there are three or more.
A planning aid, not for navigation. These facts come from public sources and each section shows how old it is. Check with the port, your agent, your ENCs and official publications. Spotted something wrong? Tell us on the feedback board.