Turkey

Port of Istanbul (TR IST)

Turkey
Also known as: Constantinople
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Port information
UN/LOCODE TR IST
Coordinates 41.0167, 28.9667 (41°01′N 28°58′E)
Region TR-34
Nearest city İstanbul
Body of water Sea of Marmara; Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry Yes
Harbor
Harbor size Large
Harbor type Canal or lake
Shelter Fair
Channel depth 12.5 m
Anchorage depth 23.2 m
Cargo pier depth 6.4 m
Oil terminal depth 1.8 m
Services
Pilotage compulsory Yes
Pilotage available Yes
Tug assistance Yes
Quarantine / pratique Yes
Repairs Moderate
Dry dock Small
Marine railway (slipway) Medium
Medical facilities Yes
Nearest airport Yes
Rail connection Yes
Entrance restricted by ice No
Entrance restricted by tide No
Overhead limits Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage
Cranes
Mobile crane Floating crane Lifts up to 24 t Lifts 25–49 t Lifts 50–100 t
Supplies
Deck supplies Fuel oil Fresh water Diesel fuel Engine supplies Provisions

Located in Turkey, the port of Istanbul serves as a call point for merchant shipping. By World Port Index classification, Istanbul has a Large harbor of the Canal or lake type. Ships approaching Istanbul work with a channel depth of 12.5 m. İstanbul is the nearest city to Istanbul, linking the port to inland markets.

Frequently asked questions

Where is the port of Istanbul located?
Istanbul is a seaport in Turkey, near İstanbul.
What is the UN/LOCODE of Istanbul?
The UN/LOCODE for Istanbul is TR IST.
What is the channel depth at Istanbul?
The channel depth at Istanbul is 12.5 m.
Nearby ports
Distance to major hubs

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