What are the main features and dimensions of the Port of Salerno (Molo Manfredi)?
Cargo traffic exceeds 14 million tons (2019); passenger flow around 865,000
The operational area covers approx. 500,000 m², with industrial, commercial, and cruise ship quays
Water depth:
–17 m at the entrance channel
–16 m in the turning basin
–15 m at the commercial docks
–11.50 m at Molo Manfredi (for cruise and ferry ships)
Are there any development or expansion projects underway (e.g., “Salerno Porta Ovest”)?
Yes. The 2023–2025 Three-Year Operational Plan includes:
Completion of the “Porta Ovest” viaduct connection (phase two)
Reinforcement of quays and infrastructure
Launch of the Smart Green Port initiative, including cold ironing to reduce environmental impact
Where is the new passenger terminal designed by Zaha Hadid located?
The terminal is located on Molo Manfredi, directly connected to Piazza della Libertà and Lungomare Trieste.
Inaugurated in 2016, it spans 4,500 m² over two levels, with separate terminals for local ferries, international routes, and cruise ships.
What is the strategic importance of Molo Manfredi in maritime transport?
Molo Manfredi is classified as a first-class port within Italy’s second category of maritime infrastructure.
It is one of the most efficient ports in Southern Italy for cargo and passenger traffic, and the only Italian port selected to present its security plan at European level.
It was also awarded Best European Port for space-efficient cargo handling in 2010.
What are the “Vie del Mare” and what are they for?
The “Vie del Mare” are intermodal maritime routes (RO‑RO and container) connecting Salerno with European and global ports.
They improve logistics by reducing road transport and lowering environmental impact.
Destinations include the UK, North Africa, Northern Europe, and intercontinental links.
They operate through direct or feeder services for both containerized goods and vehicles, in coordination with national and European port networks.