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Le Port Overview | Reunion Shipping
Le is a maritime port located in Reunion. View port details, infrastructure & shipping data.
About
Le Port is a maritime harbor located in reunion. As a maritime facility serving both domestic and international shipping needs, Le Port plays an important role in the regional trade network and contributes to the economic development of the surrounding area.
The port provides essential services to support maritime operations.
Maritime operations at Le Port encompass cargo handling, vessel servicing, and logistics coordination. The port serves as a link in the global supply chain, facilitating the movement of goods between reunion and international markets.
Le Port continues to develop its infrastructure and services to meet the evolving demands of the maritime industry. Through ongoing improvements and operational excellence, the port aims to strengthen its position as a reliable maritime hub in reunion.
Essential performance indicators and operational statistics for Le Port
Container volume · last 12 months
Average monthly vessel traffic
Typical turnaround time
Current utilization rate
Schedule reliability
Average anchorage wait
Regional & international routes
Asia · Europe · North America
Weather & peak-season congestion
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Current congestion levels and vessel traffic information for Le
Port congestion and real-time status data is not yet available.
Technical information and facilities available at Le Port
Detailed harbor characteristics: depths, pilotage, cargo handling capabilities, repair facilities and communications. Data sourced from the World Port Index.
Environmental initiatives and sustainability measures at Le Port
Sustainability and emissions data is not yet available for this port.
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Understanding the economic and regional significance of Le Port
Le Port is an essential asset in Réunion, enhancing trade, tourism, and economic growth while promoting sustainability and environmental protection. 3 shipping lines currently call at Le. The nearest major port is Pointe des Galets (Reunion), approximately 3 km away. Chosen in 1872 as the site for Reunion Island's first real harbour at Pointe des Galets, the port was built from 1879 by more than 15,000 workers under a concession tied to the island's sugar-cane trade, and opened in 1886, the same year the commune of Le Port was founded. A second harbour, Port Est, opened in the bay of La Possession from 1976, and the unified Grand Port Maritime de La Reunion authority was created on 1 January 2013.
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