Capitainerie du port de Caen-Ouistreham

Regional Multipurpose Inland Port Overview (Managed by the CCI Caen Normandie) The Caen regional multipurpose port is a versatile inland facility handling a variety of goods, including grains, timber, scrap metal, and agri-food products. Managed by the Chamber of Commerce and Industry (CCI) of Caen Normandie, the port is structured around four main terminals along a 15-kilometer canal connecting Caen to the sea. It accommodates vessels up to 2,000 meters long, with a maximum cargo capacity of 30,000 tons and a 9-meter draft. The port's solid, liquid, and bulk handling capacity reaches up to 500,000 tons per year. Key Features and Services Ouistreham-Portsmouth Line: This line is the leading western Channel crossing, with Brittany Ferries offering three daily sailings. Cruise Tourism: The port hosts between 10 and 15 luxury cruises annually, with passengers visiting nearby sites like the Normandy D-Day beaches, Mont Saint-Michel, and the Caen Memorial. Marinas: The port includes two marinas, one in Caen's city center and another in Ouistreham, which also serves as a business hub for maritime startups under Norlanda. Fishing Fleet: The area supports around fifteen small-scale fishing units. Port Renovation: Ports of Normandy recently upgraded the outer harbor to enhance services for sailors and fishermen. Harbormaster Services The port's harbormaster operates around the clock with a team of seven harbor officers under the oversight of a Commander and Deputy Commander. They fulfill several duties on behalf of the state and Ports of Normandy, including: Operational Control: Assigning berths and managing dock space. Public Domain Preservation: Enforcing regulations to protect the port's public areas. Water Surveillance: Coordinating vessel traffic, including ship and boat movements. Hazardous Goods Management: Ensuring safe handling and compliance with regulations for dangerous goods. Additionally, the harbormaster's office facilitates the collection and distribution of nautical information and maintains user relations. Contact Details for the Harbormaster Channel: VHF 74 Phone: +33 (0)2 31 36 22 00 Email: ddtm-capitainerie@calvados.gouv.fr