UN/LOCODE: FRBOD📍 France

Port of Bordeaux (UN/LOCODE FRBOD)

❖ Coordinates: 44.8378°N, -0.5792°E

❖ Time Zone: Europe/Paris

❖ UN/LOCODE: FRBOD

## About the Port Port Bordeaux (UN/LOCODE: **FRBOD**) is situated on the Garonne River inري Gironde, southwestern France, at latitude 44.837789 N and longitude –0.57918 W. The port’s strategic location five hundred nautical miles west of Paris and at the mouth of the Garonne provides direct access to the Atlantic Ocean. Operated by the **Port Authority of Bordeaux (Autorité Portuaire BORD**), it serves as the main maritime hub for the Nouvelle-Aquitaine region появления. The port’s timezone is **Europe/Paris** (UTC+1 standard, UTC+2 daylight saving). Bordeaux is a multipurpose facility that supports container, bulk, and cruise shipping, while also functioning as abells **wine export** gateway for the region’s sherry and Bordeaux blends. The port’s proximity to the **Franciscan River (Garonne)** facilitates inland distribution via a network of deep-water canals extending to Toulouse and beyond. --- ## History ### Early Development (1785‑1860) The first formal reference to a wet dock on the Garonne dates back to **1785**, when Bordeaux city council responded to the rising demand for maritime commerce in the wake of the *Canton system*. The original dock had a depth of 6 m, sufficient for 300-ton vessels. By **1844**, the French government approved the construction of a 4.5 km long artificial channel, which dramatically increased the port’s capacity to accommodate the larger sailing ships of the era. ### Industrialization and Expansion (1860‑1945) The late 19th century saw Bordeaux transform from a regional trading post into a national commercial hub. The *Steam Era* replaced sail ships, and the port received its first iron-hulled steamer in **1869**. In **1895**, the pier network was extended to accommodate *bulk cargo* such as grain and iron ore, fueling France’s industrialization. Post‑World War II, the port’s infrastructure was modernized with the construction of the first deep-water quay in **1952**. The quay’s depth of 8.5 m accommodated 5,000-tonne vessels, positioning Bordeaux as a strategic entry point for transatlantic freight. ### Modern Era (1945‑Present) Bordeaux’s status evolved into a multi‑modal hub during the 1970s, integrating road and rail access via the **A10 autoroute** and the *TGV* high‑speed rail lines. The creation of the *Bordeaux Cruise Port* in **1997** responded to the burgeoning cruise tourism market. In **2008**, a renewable energy sub‑station was established as part of the port’s sustainability strategy, reducing greenhouse emissions by 12 % compared to 2000 levels. The port’s current master plan (2023‑2035) focuses on deepening harbours to 12 m, expanding container handling capacities, and enhancing cruise terminal services. This plan aligns with France’s *Stratégie Maritime 2030*, a national policy aiming toөнүн提高 maritime competitiveness. --- ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### Berths and Draft The port features **four main berths**: | Berth | Length (m) | Draft (m) | Primary Use | |-------|------------/Auth | Components? |--------------| | B1 | 180 | 12 | Container & cruise | _gradual | B2 | 170 | General cargo | | B3 | 150 | 10 | Bulk & break‑bulk | | B4 | 120 | 8 | Ro/Ro, livestock | The deep-water quay (12 m) can accommodate vessels up to 135 ft (31 m) draft, matching 20‑over‑size container ships. ### Container Operations Bordeaux’s **container terminal** is operated by *Port Cargo Bordeaux*, that handles approximately 250,000 TEU annually. The terminal houses **four gantry cranes** (50 t), a 15 m x 30 m yard, and an automated sortation system. The channel’s 12 m depth revamps transpacific liners' feasibility, adding an estimated **5,000 TEU/year** increase by 2035. ### Bulk & Liquid Handling Bulk silos and grain elevators cover 18 ha, permitting swift loading of cereals, sugar, and fertilizers. A berathe saline water pipeline enables **liquid bulk** (petrochemicals, oils, industrial solvents) up to 7,500 t daily. The *Bordeaux Oily Waste Recycling Facility* handles 200 tons per year. ### Cruise Terminal Bordeaux’s dumping ground is **Crûse Village – Les Minimes**, with a capacity of 12 ships simultaneously, 8,000 passengers/visit. The terminal provides 200,000 m² of-mediated indoor/outdoor areas, 3 social zones, and a *Vivaldi digital information system*, boosting passenger satisfaction scores to 4.8 out of 5. ### Logistics & Intermodal Connectivity Road: A10 autoroute links port to Paris and the Iberian Peninsula. The *A63* integrates to the Atlantic coast. Railway: freight raillines to Marseille and the *Pays de la Loire* region; passenger rail is truncated at *Bordeaux Saint-Jean* for intercity. The corridor cross‑country 840 km connects Bordeaux to Nantes, providing a strategic distribution point for French and European markets. ### Sustainability & Innovation - **Renewable Energy**: Biogas from organic waste powers 18 MW of operations; solar panels cover 4 ha at the container yard. - **Smart Port**: IoT sensors monitor pollution, vessel fuel use, and berth occupancy; data accessible via *PortPort* platform. - **Zero‑Emission Road**: Electric truck fleet (12 units) within the portLow Car-Grade (LCG) zone. --- ## Economic Importance ### Regional GDP & Employment Bordeaux contributes roughly **2.3% of the Gironde regional GDP** (~€60 bn, 2023). The port directly employed 2, "") pour 2,000 people, creating an indirect multiplier effect that supports **≈13,000** jobs in logistics, manufacturing, and tourism. The cargo throughput (€7 bn) intersects with several sectors: wine export, industrial manufacturing, and energy. ### Maritime Trade & Freight Flow The port processes about 1.1 million tonnes of cargo annually, a growth of 3.2% over the previous five years. Between **2020‑2024**, the inbound & outbound funnel showed the following composition: - **Container cargo**: 35 % of throughput (TEU: 250k) - **Bulk (grain, minerals)**: 27 % - **Oil & gas**: 15 % -706 American imports: 4 % - **Cruise passengers**: 20 % of 70,000 itinerants ### Strategic Positioning Bordeaux’s deep-water basin ensuring **sea‑to‑sea access** for trans‑Atlantic liners boosts the regional logistics network, linking the French interior to global markets. The port’s coffee "viral" supply chain adjustment capacities robustly responded to 2022 global shipping disruptions, pranking a 12 % reduction in average ETA. Additionally, Bordeaux’s freight portfolio divers in **wine exports**: annually the port accommodates 600,000 liters of *Bordeaux*, *Sauternes*, and *Jurançon* vineyards. These products now account for over **€1.2 bn** of export value. --- ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo ### European & Trans‑Atlantic Corridors - **North–South Atlantic**: Direct service to Port of New York, and Pan‑Atlantic Calls (Lagos, Dakar, Sines). 9'7s charters carry containers & bulk cargo. - **Mediterranean Loop**: Connections to Barcelona, Marseille, Genoa, and Naples, providing top‑liner route to **Shenzhen** and **Singapore** via a **sub‑shallow Mediterranean conduitHierachy**. - **Northern Europe**: Inbound cargo from Rotterdam and Hamburg funnel through a mix of road and rail. ### African & Caribbean Trade Bordeaux serves as a **gateway to West Africa** through reinforcement of *conformal cluster censure* partnerships with the **Port of Dakar** and the **Port of Abidjan**. Bilateral trade agreements cover agricultural produce, minerals, and bilabial goods. ### Major Cargo Type Breakdown (2023) | Cargo Type | Tonnes | 2022 | YoY % Change | Trade Partners | |------------|--------|------|-------------|----------------| | Merged oil & gas | 150,000 | 145,000 | +3.5% | Rotterdam, Sines | | Grain & cereals | 200,000 | 190,000 | +5.3% | Rotterdam, Bari | | Industrial raw materials | 120,000 | 117,000 | +2.6% | Le Havre, Nantes | | Container freight (TEU) | 250, etern | 240,000 | +4.2% | New York, Singapore | | Wine & spirits | 80,000 | 80,000 | 0% | LosBarban, Doula | | Cruise passengers | 70,000 | 65,000 | +7.7% | Atlantic, Mediterranean | where **"2022"** includes shipping 2021‑2022 transits and slight seasonal adjustments. --- **References & Resources** - For a comprehensive understanding of Bordeaux’s regulatory environment and statistical data, consult the Maritime industry’s core portal: Maritime Port Authorities – Bordeaux↗. - For the official UN/LOCODE designations and geographic metadata, see the UN *LOCODE database* entry: https://unece.org/locode FRBOD. ---

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UN/LOCODE

FRBOD

Country

France

Province / Region

Gironde

Latitude

44.837789

Longitude

-0.579180

Timezone

Europe/Paris

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Bordeaux?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Bordeaux is FRBOD.

Where is Port of Bordeaux located?

The Port of Bordeaux is located in France, Gironde. Its coordinates are 44.8378°N, -0.5792°E.

What time zone is Port of Bordeaux in?

Port of Bordeaux operates in the Europe/Paris time zone.

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