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Bunkering at Marseille / Fos

The Port of Marseille-Fos is France's largest port and one of the busiest in the Mediterranean. The port complex spans Marseille (the historic city port — cruise, ferry, general cargo) and Fos-sur-Mer (the modern container, oil, and bulk terminal complex 50 km west). Together they form a critical Mediterranean bunker hub.

Key Port Facts

UN/LOCODE
FRMRS
Coordinates
43.30°N, 5.37°E
Country
France

Fuel Grades Available at Marseille / Fos

Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Marseille / Fos. Click any grade for full technical specifications.

Delivery Methods

Primary Anchorages

Fos outer anchorage, Marseille roads

Port Detail

Marseille-Fos complex

Two complementary basins: Marseille (cruise, ferry, historic) and Fos-sur-Mer (containers, oil/petrochemical, bulk). Bunker supply is well-developed across both.

Petrochemical hub

Fos hosts major refining and petrochemical assets (TotalEnergies, ExxonMobil). Bunker physical supply is reliably available.

Mediterranean ECA

Inside the Med ECA from May 2025 — LSMGO mandatory for non-scrubber tonnage. Cruise tonnage shifting to LSMGO.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Marseille a major cruise port?

Yes — one of the busiest cruise turnaround ports in the Mediterranean. LSMGO supply for cruise tonnage is significant.

Is the port complex unified for bunker arrangements?

Yes — bunker nominations across Marseille and Fos basins are coordinated through the same physical suppliers.

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