It is the 3rd busiest bunkering port in Europe.
Anchorages are available for supertankers.
Cruise liners and vessels calling for bunkers or water can be berthed on both sides of the Western Arm. The outer side is 490m long for drafts of up to 9.6m. The inner side is 450m and the maximum draft is 8m. There are also two berths of 100m available for the discharge of general cargoes. Vessels calling for lay-up repairs can be berthed at the Detached Mole.