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UNLOCODEFR BES
CountryFrance
Water BodyNorth Atlantic Ocean
SizeLarge
TypeCoastal (Breakwater)
Channel Depth12.5 m
Lat48.3833
Lng-4.5000
Classificationindustrial_202606
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About This Seaport
Brest (FR BES) is a large harbour by basin size but a modest one by container volume: roughly 24,000 TEU crossed its quays in 2025, down about 20 percent on the year, out of total traffic near 2.65 million tonnes. It remains Brittany's leading box port yet a minor player in global container traffic. Its real weight lies elsewhere – in agribulk (soy, rapeseed), breakbulk and project cargo, and in ship repair, where Brest handled 51 vessels in 2025 and operates one of France's largest dry docks. Offshore wind is the fastest-growing pillar: about 60,582 tonnes of components moved through the marine-energy (EMR) terminal in 2025, and the €250 million InFloW project is expanding the polder for future fixed and floating wind farms. Hinterland links reach across Brittany by road and rail, though the peninsula's distance from major corridors limits high-frequency liner services. Customs and standard import-export handling are available, but containerised supply chains are thin compared with France's main gateways. For pure container shipments, Montoir-de-Bretagne (Nantes-Saint-Nazaire) or Le Havre are the practical alternatives.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the UN/LOCODE of Rade De Brest?▼
The UN/LOCODE of Rade De Brest is FR BES. This international code identifies ports and logistics locations worldwide.
Where is the port of Rade De Brest located?▼
The port of Rade De Brest is located in France (North Atlantic Ocean).
What is the size of the port Rade De Brest?▼
Rade De Brest is a Large harbor of type Coastal (Breakwater).
What is the channel depth of Rade De Brest?▼
The channel depth of Rade De Brest is 12.5 meters.
Location & Weather
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48.38333, -4.50000
Channel depth: 12.5 m
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