# Foynes (IE FOV)

**UN/LOCODE:** IE FOV  
**Country:** Ireland  
**Water Body:** North Atlantic Ocean  
**Harbor Size:** Large  
**Harbor Type:** River (Natural)  
**GPS:** 52.6167, -9.1167

Animal feed, agribulk, fertiliser, solid fuels and heavy-lift project cargo define Foynes, Ireland's largest bulk port, rather than container liner traffic. Operated by the Shannon Foynes Port Company on the deep Shannon Estuary, the port specialises in dry, liquid and break-bulk handling. The adjacent Aughinish terminal, run as a separate facility, imports bauxite from Guinea and Brazil and exports alumina for Europe's largest alumina refinery, which is owned by Russian group Rusal. In 2026 those alumina exports drew political scrutiny after a large share was shipped to Russia, prompting the Irish government to warn of possible implications. Hinterland reach covers Limerick and the wider Munster region, served mainly by road, with limited rail freight connectivity. Customs formalities are handled by Irish Revenue. Shippers moving containers to Ireland should route via Dublin or Cork instead.

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