Marine law solicitors in port of sfax tunisia

Port of Sfax

As leading Tunisian shipping law firm, we operate on all the Tunisian commercial ports among which the port of Sfax. So, if you are looking for leading Tunisian shipping solicitor in port of Sfax for a ship arrest, bunker claim, general average, demurrage  claim, cargo claim, maritime lien or any other maritime debt do not hesitate to contact us.

The port of Sfax is a multipurpose port. Its main traffic consists in solid bulk (phosphate and by-products, sea salt, cereals …).

Geographical situation

City
Latitude
Longitude
Distance from capital

Sfax
34°43’
10°46’
270 Km

Technical characteristics

Platforms
Total length
Draught
Port office

13 piers
2.739 m
10,50 m
(+216) 74 22 50 40

Equipments

 

Tug boat of 3200 HP
Tug boat of 1600 HP

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As leading Tunisian shipping law firm, we operate on all the Tunisian commercial ports among which the port of Sfax.

CONSIDERABLE BENEFITS

The average goods traffic generated by the Sfax harbour is 5 million tons/years. The Sfax harbour offers several attractive tariff benefits for boats transporting general goods in bulk reaching up to 50% deduction for all rendered services. The Office of Merchant Navy and Harbours has also removed nights, Sundays and holidays additional charges in order to encourage the continuous round-the-clock work regime and allow for a better flow of the harbour traffic. Moreover, the nearby railway network and the close Sfax-Thyna airport (10 km away) are valuable assets making of the Sfax harbour a very modern facility.

THE ACCESS CHANNEL

  • Length 6,15 Km
  • Depth 10.50 metres = 34’44”

Acceptable ships in port of Sfax

  • Maximum Length 205m
  • Maximum depth for all ships 10.06 m = 33

Development strategy of the port:

The master plan (for the year 2020) recommends:

  • Redeveloping the old oil area for non-polluting activities and in harmony with TAPARURA project
  • Moving the support posts
  • Reserving a reception area for cruise passengers.

If you are looking for leading Tunisian shipping solicitor in port of Sfax for a ship arrest, bunker claim, general average, demurrage claim, cargo claim, maritime lien or any other maritime debt do not hesitate to contact us.

We can also help you with:

  • Shipping law
  • Shipping Contracts
  • Commercial shipping
  • Cargo Claims
  • Ship arrest
  • Marine debt collection
  • Marine litigation