A 2025 record of 164,968 TEU handled over the quay – up about 33% on 2024 – underlines why Fredericia ranks as Denmark's second-largest container port by throughput. The multipurpose port on the Little Belt is run by Associated Danish Ports (ADP) together with Fredericia Shipping; APM Terminals holds a co-ownership stake in the container terminal. Container capacity sits in the 100,000–250,000 TEU range, and the port combines containers, dry bulk, breakbulk and tanker traffic at one location. Energy is central to its profile: Shell operates a marine terminal at its Fredericia refinery, and the port acts as a shipment point for Danish crude oil. Road and rail link the southern Danish hinterland, reinforced by ADP's dry port at Taulov. For shippers, this breadth makes Fredericia a dependable choice for containers, bulk and petroleum alike. Where dedicated container-line frequency or offshore project handling matters more, Aarhus and Esbjerg are the logical alternatives.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE of Fredericia?▼

The UN/LOCODE of Fredericia is DK FRC. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.

Where is the port of Fredericia located?▼

The port of Fredericia is located in Denmark (Kattegat; North Atlantic Ocean).

What is the size of the port Fredericia?▼

Fredericia is a Small harbor of type Coastal (Natural).

What is the channel depth of Fredericia?▼

The channel depth of Fredericia is 14 meters.

Location & Weather

55.56667, 9.76667

Channel depth: 14 m

Transit time routes from Fredericia

Copenhagen → Shanghai Copenhagen → Shenzhen Copenhagen → Guangzhou Copenhagen → Hong Kong Copenhagen → Tokyo Copenhagen → Busan

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