MC Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
Monaco UN/LOCODE entries begin with the ISO country prefix MC and add a three-character location identifier. The indexed examples are MCMON, MCMTC and MCMCM.
Seaports in Monaco: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Monaco has 3 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, serving a compact Mediterranean maritime market focused on yachting, cruise activity, coastal services and specialized cargo.
Review Monaco port codes, indexed facilities, indicative trade lanes and data methodology in one country-level guide.
Monaco Port Overview
Monaco is a small Mediterranean maritime jurisdiction on the French Riviera. Its facilities are closely connected with yachting, cruise calls, passenger activity, local marine services and limited specialized cargo rather than high-volume container shipping.
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Monaco ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National freight tonnage, 2025; YoY change not publicly reported in a comparable official series
MOT 2025 public data review
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National container throughput, 2025; YoY change not publicly reported in a comparable official series
MOT 2025 public data review
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Commercial berth count, 2025; YoY change not publicly reported in a comparable official series
Monaco official maritime information · 2025
How many seaports does Monaco have?
Monaco has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot.
What is Monaco's main indexed port?
Monaco, UN/LOCODE MCMON, is the first-listed facility in the Ecer Freight Monaco sample and represents the country's principal indexed maritime location.
Which area handles Monaco's main maritime activity?
The Monaco urban waterfront is the main indexed maritime area, with MCMON and the two Monte Carlo entries, MCMTC and MCMCM, covering the local port and terminal references in the database.
Top Ports and Terminals in Monaco
This table shows the three Monaco facilities available in the Ecer Freight sample, ordered by the supplied business-activity sequence. Monaco does not have a comparable internationally published container-port league-table throughput series; therefore, rank, throughput and YoY fields are shown together as unavailable rather than estimated.
Indexed Monaco port and terminal references, data snapshot: Nov 2026
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Monaco | MCMON | — | — | Monaco urban waterfront |
| — | Monte Carlo | MCMTC | — | — | Monaco urban waterfront |
| — | Monte Carlo | MCMCM | — | — | Monte Carlo |
Monaco Port Regions and Facility Clusters
Monaco Urban Waterfront
The Monaco waterfront is the principal maritime cluster in the national database sample. Facilities support passenger, yacht, marine-service and other specialized activities rather than a large-scale container gateway role.
Facilities indexed in the Monaco urban waterfront cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monaco | MCMON | Monaco / — | Passenger, yacht and specialized maritime services |
| Monte Carlo | MCMTC | Monaco / — | Local marine services and passenger activity |
Monte Carlo Reference Area
The Monte Carlo reference area contains a separate city-level record in the supplied port sample. It should be treated as an indexed reference rather than evidence of a separate high-volume container terminal.
Facility indexed under the Monte Carlo city reference
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monte Carlo | MCMCM | Monte Carlo / — | City-level maritime and marine-service reference |
Monaco UN/LOCODE and Port Code Guide
City-Level and Terminal-Level References
A city-level reference can identify a maritime location broadly, while a terminal or facility record can identify a more specific operational point. Similar names should therefore be checked against the complete code and facility record.
How to Verify a Monaco Port Code
Verify the code against the UNECE UN/LOCODE framework and compare it with the current Ecer Freight port code directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Monaco: Main Trade Lanes
Monaco is generally used as a specialized Mediterranean maritime location rather than a conventional high-volume container export gateway. Transit times below are indicative only and remain subject to routing, transshipment, equipment availability, customs requirements and carrier confirmation.
Monaco to Western Mediterranean
Suitable for coastal shipments, marine equipment and time-sensitive specialized cargo moving around the western Mediterranean.
Monaco to Northern Europe
Cargo commonly requires a Mediterranean gateway connection before continuing by feeder or mainline service toward Northern Europe.
Monaco to North America
North American movements are typically consolidated through a larger Mediterranean container gateway, with final routing dependent on carrier network design.
Monaco to Asia
Asia-bound cargo generally uses a Mediterranean gateway and a mainline service, making booking confirmation and cargo handover planning especially important.
Data Methodology and Sources
The page separates Ecer Freight indexed coverage from official national or international throughput statistics. Where no reliable comparable public figure was identified, the relevant metric is shown as unavailable rather than inferred.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database snapshot for Nov 2026, containing 3 Monaco port and terminal records.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference framework.
- Government of Monaco — official national institutional and maritime context.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — maritime geographic reference context and port-related navigation information.
Monaco Port FAQ
How many seaports does Monaco have?
Monaco has 3 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot.
Which is the main port in Monaco?
Monaco, coded MCMON, is the first-listed and principal indexed maritime location in the supplied Monaco sample. It is not ranked as a high-volume container port because a comparable public league-table series is not available.
What are the Monaco port codes?
The Ecer Freight sample contains MCMON for Monaco, MCMTC for Monte Carlo and MCMCM for Monte Carlo. Each code uses the MC prefix associated with Monaco.
What is Monaco's main port region?
Monaco's main indexed port region is the compact urban waterfront, including the Monaco and Monte Carlo references. Maritime activity is oriented toward yachting, passenger movements and specialized marine services.
Does Monaco publish container throughput data?
A comparable 2025 container-throughput figure for Monaco was not identified in the reviewed public sources. Monaco should therefore not be presented as a major container gateway without carrier-specific evidence.
How current is the Monaco port information?
The Ecer Freight indexed-port snapshot is dated Nov 2026. Port records, schedules, routing options and commercial statistics can change, so operational details should be reconfirmed before booking.
How can shippers request a Monaco freight quote?
Shippers can compare FCL and LCL options through the relevant Ecer Freight quote pages. Final pricing and routing remain subject to cargo details, equipment, carrier schedules, transshipment and destination requirements.
Editorial note: Monaco port coverage is based on the Ecer Freight database snapshot for Nov 2026 and is reviewed quarterly. Public maritime statistics are included only where a reliable, comparable source and reporting year can be identified; indexed facility counts and international throughput rankings are separate measures.
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