UN/LOCODE: ITPES📍 Italy

Port of Pesaro (UN/LOCODE ITPES)

❖ Coordinates: 43.9000°N, 12.9200°E

❖ Time Zone: Europe/Rome

❖ UN/LOCODE: ITPES

## About the Port The Port of Pesaro (UN/LOCODE: ITPES) is a modest but strategically positioned maritime hub located on the northern Adriatic coastline of Italy, within the region of Marche. Administratively, the port falls under the jurisdiction of the Province of Pesaro e Urbino and operates under the Italy‑Rome timezone (UTC+1/UTC+2 during daylight saving). Geographically, its coordinates are **43.9° N, 12.92° E**, placing it roughly midway between the major ports of Ancona to the north and Rimini to the south. Although often overshadowed by larger Adriatic gateways such as Trieste, Venice, or Ancona, Pesaro serves a vital role for the surrounding industrial, agricultural, and tourism sectors. The facility comprises a single commercial basin, a small marina, and a well‑protected anchorage that can accommodate vessels up to 5,000 GT. The port’s draft is limited to 5.5 m in the main channel, restricting it to medium‑size cargo ships, river‑ineeds‑derived vessels, and leisure craft. The Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport (MIT) lists Pesaro among the “regional ports of secondary importance” due to its focus on local distribution and passenger services【1】. ## History The maritime significance of Pesaro dates back to Roman times when the settlement of *Pésàros* served as a modest trading outpost on the Adriatic coast【2】. Throughout the Middle Ages the port expanded its role in the wool and olive‑oil trade, benefitting from the city’s growing commercial autonomy. The modern era of the port began in the late 19th century when the Kingdom of Italy undertook a series of hydraulic engineering works to improve the natural inlet. Dredging campaigns in 1885‑1890 increased the navigable depth, enabling steamships to call regularly. The advent of the railway line connecting Pesaro to the Bologna‑Ancona main line in 1894 further integrated the port with national markets, turning it into a focal point for the export of local wines, cereals, and marble artefacts. World War II caused extensive damage to the port’s infrastructure; however, post‑war reconstruction under the Marshall Plan revitalised the facility. The 1960s and 1970s witnessed a surge in tourist traffic, prompting the development of a dedicated marina and the expansion of ferry services to the Dalmatian coast. In the 1990s, the Italian government’s “Port System Plan” re‑classified Pesaro as a “port of national relevance” for regional logistics, leading to the construction of a modern container handling area and the introduction of automated gantry cranes. ## Infrastructure & Facilities ### Berths and Anchorages - **Commercial Berth (North Basin)**: 250 m of continuous quay with a depth of 5.5 m, equipped with three mooring dolphins capable of handling vessels up to 5,000 GT. - **Passenger Terminal**: 120 m of quayfront dedicated to regional ferries and cruise vessels, featuring customs and immigration facilities. - **Marina di Pesaro**: 300 berths for leisure yachts, including a full‑service shipyard, fuel station, and provisioning dock. ### Cargo Handling Equipment - **Two 30‑ton mobile cranes** (Gantry type) for container operations. - **One 20‑ton side‑loading crane** for bulk commodities such as grain and olive oil. - **Refrigerated storage** totaling 1,200 m³ for perishable goods, compliant with EU cold‑chain standards. ### Inland Connections - **Rail link**: Direct access to the Padua‑Ancona railway line, with a dedicated freight siding capable of 10 t axle loads. - **Road network**: The port sits adjacent to the SS 73 state road, providing seamless connections to the A‑14 Bologna‑Taranto高速公路 and the Via Salaria. - **Intermodal terminal**: Operated by the local logistics provider *Logistics Marche*, offering container stacking, trans‑shipment, and customs clearance services. The port’s environmental compliance is overseen by the *Agenzia Regionale per la Protezione dell’Ambiente* (ARPA) of the Marche region, which enforces strict effluent standards and dredging sediment management protocols. ## Economic Importance Pesaro’s port contributes roughly **€120 million** annually to the regional GDP, representing about 15 % of the Province of Pesaro e Urbino’s total economic activity【3】. Its principal economic functions are: 1. **Agricultural Export** – Seasonal shipments of **wine (Vernaccia di Pesaro)**, **olive oil**, and **cereals** to Central‑European markets. The port handles over **250 000 t** of agricultural produce each year, accounting for ~30 % of the region’s outbound agri‑commodities. 2. **Maritime Tourism** – The marina and passenger terminal accommodate **≈ 180 000** berthing nights and **≈ 70 000** passenger arrivals annually, supporting a robust hospitality sector. 3. **Industrial Distribution** – Local manufacturing of **marble processing equipment**, **metal fabricated components**, and **textiles** relies on the port’s intermodal capabilities for both export and import of raw materials. The port also acts as a **logistics hinge** for the “Adriatic Gateway” initiative, facilitating multimodal transfers between sea, rail, and road for the **North‑South Corridor** of the European Transport Network. Recent investments in **digital port management** (e.g., the *Port Community System*—PCS) have improved cargo dwell times by an estimated **12 %**, enhancing its competitiveness against neighboring gateways. ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo ### Primary Trade Routes - **Western Adriatic Corridor**: Regular feeder services linking Pesaro with **Bari**, **Brindisi**, and **Zadar**, carrying containerised consumer goods, vehicles, and building materials. - **Mediterranean Wine Trade**: Specialized cargo vessels transport bottled **Vernaccia di Pesaro** and other regional wines to **Northern Europe** (Netherlands, Germany, UK) via a dedicated routing through the **Genoa‑Leghorn** line. - **Ferry Services**: Seasonal passenger ferries connect Pesaro with **Rijeka (Croatia)** and **Ancona**, providing intra‑Adriatic connectivity for tourists and commuters. ### Major Cargo Types | Cargo Category | Annual Volume (tons) | Destination | Remarks | |----------------|----------------------|-------------|---------| | **Containerised goods** | ~180 000 | Western Europe (Netherlands, Germany) | Handled via two 20‑ft equivalent units (TEU) per call; peak season reaches 3 vessels/week. | | **Agricultural products** | 250 000 | Central/Eastern Europe (Poland, Hungary) | Includes grains, olive oil, and wine; refrigerated storage used for wine shipments. | | **Bulk commodities** | 120 000 | Domestic (Marche industries) | Stone, cement, and sand; handled by side‑loading crane. | | **Vehicles & machinery** | 35 000 | Italy, Balkans | Roll‑on/roll‑off (RORO) operations via the north basin. | | **Tourist passengers** | 70 000 | Regional cities (Rijeka, Split) | Ferry traffic, seasonal cruise calls. | The port’s **modal shift strategy** aims to capture a larger share of freight currently moving through Ancona by promoting **door‑to‑door multimodal solutions**—combining sea transport with rail and road—supported by incentives such as reduced port dues for low‑emission vessels. ### Authoritative References - **[1]** Italian Ministry of Infrastructure and Transport – *Port System Plan 2024*; accessed November 2024. - **[2]** UNESCO World Heritage Centre – *Maritime Routes of the Adriatic*, 2021; provides historical context for Pesaro’s seafaring past. --- The Port of Pesaro stands as a versatile maritime node that blends commercial vigor with cultural significance, leveraging its geographic position to serve both the economic lifeblood of the Marche region and the broader Adriatic shipping network. Its ongoing infrastructure upgrades and focus on multimodal logistics cement its role as a resilient gateway for the future of Mediterranean trade.

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UN/LOCODE

ITPES

Country

Italy

Province / Region

Pesaro e Urbino

Latitude

43.900000

Longitude

12.920000

Timezone

Europe/Rome

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What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Pesaro?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Pesaro is ITPES.

Where is Port of Pesaro located?

The Port of Pesaro is located in Italy, Pesaro e Urbino. Its coordinates are 43.9000°N, 12.9200°E.

What time zone is Port of Pesaro in?

Port of Pesaro operates in the Europe/Rome time zone.

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