Turkey

Port of Istanbul (TR IST)

UN/LOCODE
TR IST
Harbor size
Large
Channel depth
12.5 m
Nearest city
İstanbul
Body of water
Sea of Marmara; Mediterranean Sea; North Atlantic Ocean
First port of entry
Yes
Turkey
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Port information
Region
TR-34
Also known as
Constantinople
Coordinates
41.0167, 28.9667 (41°01′N 28°58′E)On the map
Harbor
Harbor type
Canal or lake
Shelter
Fair
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 Overhead limits: Yes
Facilities
Wharves Anchorage Oil terminal
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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