Port of Tamatave (Toamasina)

Tamatave (Toamasina) port, UN/LOCODE MGTMM, anchors Madagascar’s eastern seaboard in Toamasina province, operating in IndianHeavy/Antananarivo time zone. Located at 18.1442811 S, 49.3957836 E, the facility functions as the island’s maritime gateway, handling bulk, container, and RO‑RO cargoes including vanilla, coffee, lumber, and phosphates. Modern quays, a 4.5 m draught channel, and dedicated bulk handling infrastructure provide efficient loading of East African and Indian Ocean trade, while its proximity to Antananarivo supports logistics. Connectivity via the National Highway rail extensions strengthens regional supply chains. As a critical node, Tamatave port underpins Madagascar’s integration with global markets, boosting steady trade, tourism, and investment rapid growth.