Türkiye - 2 Logistics Infrastructure
Türkiye, strategically positioned between Europe and Asia, has long realized the vital importance of robust logistics and transportation infrastructure for economic prosperity. In recent decades, both the government and private sectors, bolstered by foreign investments, have collaborated to launch and complete ambitious projects that elevate Türkiye's stature as a nexus for trade and transport. The current size of Türkiye’s logistics industry is such that it accounts for 11 percent of the country’s GDP in 2022.
Investing in transportation has transformed Türkiye’s infrastructure landscape, below are some indicators:
Public and private infrastructure investments in the last ten years have significantly improved the logistics services provided in Türkiye. Many new airports have been built, and highways have spread across the country. In addition, the thriving high-speed train network has begun connecting major cities and the capacity of Turkish ports has been increased. Türkiye is also building 26 logistics centres/villages, of which 13 have been completed, that will serve to lower the costs of transportation by offering various modes of transportation within these centres/villages.
A testament to this emphasis is the Marmaray project, completed in 2013, which seamlessly connects the European and Asian flanks of Istanbul via an underground rail, enhancing the city's role as a global transit hub. More rail projects are on the horizon, with high-speed lines linking Ankara to Izmir and Ankara to Sivas set for completion by 2023. Concurrently, efforts are underway to modernize existing railway networks, reflecting the nation's comprehensive approach to infrastructure development.
Air connectivity too has witnessed significant transformation. The Istanbul Airport, inaugurated in 2018, is emblematic of Türkiye's aviation ambitions, rapidly becoming one of the world's major aerial gateways. The government's commitment extends beyond this mega hub, with investments channelled to bolster air cargo facilities nationwide and plans afoot to upscale regional airports.
While railway and air infrastructure have been focal points, port development has also seen noteworthy advancements. New container terminals dotting the Mediterranean and Black Sea coasts are augmenting Istanbul's natural positioning as a maritime conduit between the European and Asian continents.
Melding historic importance with futuristic visions, Türkiye's logistics infrastructure stands out as a dynamic blend of strategy, ambition, and pragmatism. Challenges persist, but the concerted efforts from all stakeholders ensure Türkiye's continued ascent as a pivotal global logistics hub in the 21st century.
The Turkish government has set challenging targets to be achieved by 2053 in an effort to improve logistics infrastructure. These targets include, but are not limited to:
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Currently having a total road network of 68,768 km, it aims to increase to 38,000 km being dual carriage way (50% of the Total Road network) by 2035.
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Having a total railway network of 25,000 km, of which 12,000 km will be high-speed railway
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Increasing annual passenger transportation to 1 billion persons and freight transportation to 125 million tons
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Increasing the total number of passenger airplanes from 487 to 750
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Constructing new airports in a move to increase total annual capacity to 400 million passengers
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Increasing container handling capacity from 8.4 million TEU to 32 million TEU
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Increasing vessel fleet carrying capacity from 29.2 million DWT to 50 million DWT
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Building one port in each of the three seas surrounding Türkiye
Immense growth is expected according to 2023 GDP targets, with the industry estimated to reach a volume of USD 200-240 billion by 2023.
Türkiye - 2.1 Port Assessment
The government is investing heavily in the development of the port network, with the goal of making Türkiye a leading maritime hub in the region. Türkiye has a large and strategically important maritime area for the Black Sea, Western Europe, Middle East, and North Africa region, with its 8.333 km coastline providing direct sea connections to various countries belonging to the geographical and geopolitical areas.
The role of ports in Türkiye is becoming increasingly important in integrating transport modes across the country, as well as connecting regional and international transport corridors from east to west and from north to south. For this reason, the port sector plays a vital role in the Turkish economy, especially in foreign trade. The distribution of the cargo handled in the ports according to the port authorities is as in Figure below;
Figure 1- TRANSPORT AND LOGISTICS MASTER PLAN - Ministry of transport and infrastructure
As of 2022, the number of coastal facilities serving maritime trade (in the form of piers, buoys, dolphin, and platform) is 216, including Lake Van (Tatvan and Van ferry port). Of the said coastal facilities, 192 serve maritime transport actively. The ports are classified into three groups: governmental, municipal, and private ports. The first group, general-purpose governmental ports, are operated by State Economic Enterprises (the Turkish State Railways (TCDD) ports and the Turkish Maritime Organization (TDI) ports). The second group is municipal ports which are managed by the Municipalities. These ports are comparatively small and are generally limited to a small volume of coastal traffic serving the local needs of provincial towns. The third group is made up of special private ports. These ports are mostly confined in purpose to the particular needs of industrial plants but are allowed to be used by third parties too.
In Türkiye, 81 of the said coastal facilities, which correspond to approximately 43%, are in the Marmara Region, 50 corresponding to 26% are in the Mediterranean Region, 31 corresponding to 16% are in the Black Sea Region and 28 corresponding to 15% are in the Aegean Region.
With looking on a city basis, a total of 35 facilities that actively serve seaborne trade are in the city of Kocaeli. There are 17 facilities of different specifications and sizes in Istanbul, coming second followed by 20 in Hatay, and 18 in Izmir.
Cargo handled at Turkish ports during 2022 increased by 16.3 million tons year-on-year and reached 542,610,283 tons. The 5.9% year-on-year increase in 2021 decreased to 3.1% in 2022. Port cargoes showed a significant increase in 2021 due to postponed demands as a result of the pandemic in 2019-2020. Demand stabilized and normal growth values were reached again by 2022.
No |
Port Facility |
Total Handling (Ton) |
---|---|---|
1 |
MIP MERSIN PORT |
31,749,442 |
2 |
BTC HAYDAR ALİYEV TERMINAL |
30,355,849 |
3 |
BOTAŞ CEYHAN TERMINAL |
23,962,010 |
4 |
ASYAPORT |
23,729,203 |
5 |
TÜPRAŞ İZMİT REFINERY PORT |
23,585,615 |
6 |
STAR REFINERY PORT |
19,508,686 |
7 |
TÜPRAŞ-ALİAĞA TERMINAL |
17,424,260 |
8 |
MARPORT CONTAINER TERMINAL |
13,471,188 |
9 |
İSDEMİR PORT |
12,730,755 |
10 |
KUMPORT |
11,417,685 |
11 |
EREN PORT |
10,104,107 |
12 |
ERDEMİR PORT |
9,505,537 |
13 |
EGE GÜBRE PORT |
8,544,572 |
14 |
GEMPORT GEMLİK PORT |
8,261,879 |
15 |
ATAKAŞ PORT |
8,143,656 |
First 15 Ports |
252,494,444 |
|
Total of Türkiye |
542,610,283 |
Port and seaway investments to be made in order to eliminate potential bottlenecks in these regions in the future should also intensify. In this context, infrastructure projects to develop ports and maritime network according to the Transport and Logistics Master Plan developed by the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure is given in the below Table.
In addition to the infrastructure projects given in the table, the construction of the İyidere Logistics Port, which will be built within the scope of the İyidere Logistics Center planned to be built in Rize, has tarted. It is aimed that İyidere Logistics Port will be a logistics base that will make significant contributions to the regional and national economy.
For information on Türkiye port contact details, please see the following link:
4.4 Türkiye Port and Waterways Company Contact List
Türkiye - 2.1.1 Port of Mersin
Port Overview
Mersin International Port ranks amongst the top 100 container ports of the world. it is a trade gateway to 190 countries and one of the leading ports of Turkey with its total throughput.
Mersin International Port (MIP) is connected via railways and highways with Turkey’s industrialized cities such as Ankara, Gaziantep, Kayseri, Kahramanmaraş and Konya, and with bordering countries such as Syria, Iraq and CIS countries. It is one of the main container ports in the Mediterranean Region with its transit and hinterland connections with the Middle East and the Black Sea.
Mersin Port operating rights were assigned to PSA-Akfen joint venture of Mersin International Port Management Inc. (MIP) on 11th May 2007 for 36 years.
Port website: https://www.mersinport.com.tr/en
Key port information may also be found at: https://www.maritime-database.com/port.php?pid=2411
Port Location and Contact |
|
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Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Mersin |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME: Mersin DISTANCE (5.5 km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Mersin International Port |
Latitude |
N 36° 47' 50.80" |
Longitude |
E 034° 39' 04.20" |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Mersin International Port Management Inc. (MIP) |
Management Contact Person |
Buket OZTURK – Sales and marketing Deputy Manager Engin AGALDAY – Sales and marketing specialist Emine AYDINOGLY – Sales and marketing specialist |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME: Adana Airport (69 KM) LIST OF INTERNATIONAL CARRIERS: Pegasus, Turkish Airlines, Air Serbia, SunExpress, Aeroflot, Cathay Pacific, Corendon AIR, EUROWINGS, ITA AIRWAYS, OMAN AIR, ROYAL AIR MAROC, RWANDAIR, QATAR AIRWAYS, SINGAPORE AIRLINES, and TAP AIR PORTUGAL |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
MIP - Mersin Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş.:
E-mail : ir@mersinport.com.tr
Phone : +90 324 241 2914
Fax : +90 324 239 0849
https://www.mersinport.com.tr/en/investor-relations/detail/Company-Information/364/1198/0
The Company is the operator of Mersin International Port (Mersin Port), The services the Company provides as an operator of a multi-purpose port include loading, unloading, terminal handling and storage services for both container and conventional cargo. Together with its subsidiary, Mersin Denizcilik Faaliyetleri ve Ticaret Anonim Şirketi (MarineCo), the Company also provides marine services, such as pilotage and towage. The Company also provides a number of other value-added port services, such as handling containers and cargo via rail, stuffing and unstuffing goods to and from containers, and ancillary services such as supplying fresh water, and sludge and garbage disposal.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Port Performance
Mersin Port occupies an area of approximately 1240,000 SQM/ 124 hectares the largest area currently occupied by a Turkish port. It has 21 berths, including 9 container berths and 12 multi-purpose berths. It benefits from an extensive local cargo base from its hinterland which attracts over 20 shipping lines and 11 ro-ro lines that provide regular services linking Mersin Port to approximately 100 ports around the world. Mersin Port has an annual container and conventional cargo capacity of 2,6 million TEUs and 10 million tons, respectively. The average vessel waiting time at the Port of Mersin is 5.4 days.
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
YES |
March – for one of two days |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
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Vessel Calls |
3584 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
2,020,967 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
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Bulk (MT) |
7,739,550 |
Break bulk (MT) |
1,000,000 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://www.mersinport.com.tr/en/online-services/detail/tariff/406/1222/0 & https://www.mersinport.com.tr/en/Images/ContentImages/MIP_Price_List_and_Specific_Conditions_01_July_2023.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
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Conventional Berth |
14 |
2215 |
16.3 |
Numbers: 1-2-3-7-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21 LENGTH OF CONVENTIONAL CARGO BERTHS: BERTH 1 : 155 meters BERTH 2-3 : 275 meters BERTH 7 : 42 meters BERTH 12 : 225 meters BERTH 13 : 85 meters BERTH 14 : 275 meters BERTH 15 : 275 meters BERTH 16 : 80 meters BERTH 17-18-19 : 495 meters BERTH 20-21 : 255 meters |
Container Berth |
8 |
1395 |
15.8 |
CONTAINER BERTHS DRAUGHT RESTRICTION: BERTH 4-5-6 :15.00 meter BERTH 8-9 :12.75 meter BERTH 10 :11.25 meter BERTH 11 :9.50 meter BERTH 12 :11.50 meter LENGTH OF CONTAINER BERTHS: BERTH 4-5-6 : 500 meters BERTH 8 : 275 meters BERTH 9-10 : 225 meters BERTH 11 : 175 meters BERTH 12 : 225 meters |
Silo Berth |
3 |
708 |
14.5 |
|
Berthing Tugs |
4 |
|
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Pilotage, towage, and mooring services are provided with; 13 Harbour Pilot 2 pieces 60-ton BP ASD type tugboat 1 piece 45-ton BP ASD type tugboat 1 piece 30-ton BP ASD type tugboat 2 pieces pilot boat 3 pieces mooring boat |
Water Barges |
1 |
|
|
available alongside at 15 tons/hour and from one barge of 100 tons capacity. |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
1-2-3-7-12-13-14-15-16-17-18-19-20-21 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
1-16 & 21 RORO services
|
Other Imports |
1 Passengers as well as RORO cargo |
Port Handling Equipment
Is the port equipment managed by the government or privately? Mersin Port is operated and managed by Mersin International Port , a private company owned by the shareholders PSA International Pte Ltd and Akfen Holding A.Ş.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
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Gantry Crane |
Yes |
Quantity: 12 Capacity: 40-65 Tons |
|
Mobile Cranes (MHC) |
Yes |
Quantity: 5 Capacity: 100-150 Tons |
|
stacker |
Yes |
Quantity: 17 With Capacity: 45 Ton |
|
Empty Stacker |
Yes |
Quantity: 21 Capacity: 12 Tons |
|
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
Yes |
Quantity: 8 tug capacity of 160 tons |
|
Transtainer |
Yes |
Quantity: 38 Capacity: 35-41 Ton |
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
62 Forklift |
|
Bulk Dry Cargo Handling Equipment |
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Liebherr LHM 500 |
Yes |
Quantity: 2 Capacity: 100 Ton & 140 Ton |
|
Gottwald GHMK 7608 |
Yes |
Quantity:2 Capacity: 150 Ton |
|
Gottwald HMK 280 E |
Yes |
Quantity: 2 Capacity: 100 Ton |
|
LHM250 |
Yes |
Quantity 2 Capacity: 64 Ton |
|
Industrial excavator |
Yes |
3 Industrial excavator 10 tons 2 Industrial excavator 14 tons 2 Industrial excavator 20 tons 1 Industrial excavator 27 tons 1 Industrial excavator 30 tons |
|
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
|
|
Daily Take-Off Capacity |
Approx. 7000 TEU/Day |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
1338 power plugs |
|
Offtake Capacity of Gang Shift |
Approx. 2400 TEU, Services are provided inside the port 24 hours with a rotation of three shifts: First Shifts: 08.00-16.30 Second Shift: 16.30-00.30 Third Shift: 00.30-08.00 |
Customs Guidance
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Integrated (automated system) links between the port, customs, and banks.
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There is no free time for import cargo, there are 6 days free time for in-transit cargo
For more information on customs in Türkiye , please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
General Cargo
General Cargo loading and discharging services can be provided on 15 different berths, out of which 5 have direct railway connections. Thus import/export cargoes can be berthed on berths with railway connections and can be loaded directly onto wagons.
General Cargo handling capacity at Mersin International Port, is 1 million tons per year. Bagged, Big Bagged, Bale, Palletized, Slinged, Caged, Cased, and Barrelled cargoes are among the types of general cargo handled at the port where all loading/discharging storage and terminal services are provided in 3 shifts, 24 hours a day, 7 days a week, in warehouses and open storage areas.
Additionally, the following cargoes can be loaded and discharged: IBC liquid cargo tanks, sheet and rolled steel, cased, bundle or rubble marbles, attached ingots and block metals, attached profile pipes, cased glass products, iron bars, wire rods, iron products, paper bobbins, rolled cargoes, vehicle tires, wrapped/bale cargoes (hay, straw, cotton), boxed cargoes, lumber, timber, and rails.
Ro-Ro Cargo
Mersin International Port has 8 berths with Ro-Ro handling capability. MIP provides loading /discharging services to 4 Ro-Ro vessels simultaneously. The port, which can serve vessels with rear ramps and quarter ramps, has a yearly vehicle handling capacity of 150,000 units.
There are weekly Ro-Ro vessel voyages to ports in Libya, Italy, Cyprus and other countries. Considered the most important port for transit, Mersin International Port has become a transit hub for Middle Eastern countries such as Iraq, Iran and the CIS countries. The inspection of Ro-Ro vehicles arriving at Mersin port, upon demand from Customs Directorates, is conducted in with the X-Ray machine available at the port.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
Dry Bulk Cargo
Loading and discharging performance up to 20,000 tons per day can be provided to post-panamax vessels sizes of up to 60,000 tons. Dry bulk cargoes are handled such as: cereals, pulses, cement, clinker, coal, Petro coke, gypsum, salt, fertilizer, sand, chrome, iron ore, etc.
Dry bulk discharged at the Port of Mersin can be stuffed directly into containers by using bunkers and chassis with dumpers.
Liquid Bulk Cargo
The loading and discharging of all types of liquid bulk cargo can be handled at Mersin International Port with 3 mobile quay platforms and 2 conveyor pipelines.
Direct discharging operation can be provided using 2 direct discharging platforms for cargo types such as p-Xylene, caustic soda, sulfuric acid, and asphalt.
Types of liquid bulk cargoes handled include; sunflower oil, canola oil, corn oil, caustic, palm oil and sulfuric acid, etc.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
There are two dry warehouses and one temperature control warehouse inside the port and in Terminal 2 port.
Stevedoring
Container stuffing and unstuffing operations of cargo subject to import, export or transit regimes, either with equipment or labor, are carried out at the CFS areas by the MIP CFS Department. In addition, wagon stuffing and unstuffing services are provided on a daily basis for regions including Gaziantep, Kahramanmaraş, Kayseri, Konya, Ankara and Iraq, and others.
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk & breakbulk cargos are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation) from 5 gates to other ports or to the final consignee in addition to one gate (E) leads direct to the freezone , however, part of the cargo is being moved by railway to Ankara, Adana, Karaman, Konya, Kayseri, Gaziantep and Kahramanmaraş and other industrialized cities as well as railway stations across the borders. Inside the port area, there is also a 4-lane railway terminal. With the RTG dedicated to the Railway Terminal, loading, and discharging operations however operating the railway services is done by TCDD.
Port Security
MIP provides services aligned to international standards and within the scope of the International Ship and Port Facility Security Code (ISPS) and fulfils the responsibility of port security measures. At the same time, MIP has been fulfilling ISO 45001 standards since 2017 and ensures the safety of life and property. MIP has made technological investments to ensure full security inside the port. Some of those are Access Control Systems, CCTV, Under Vehicle Search Systems, Speed Control Systems, Body Camera Systems, Marine Control with Thermal Cameras, and Carbon Dioxide Measurement Devices.
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.2 Port of Izmir
Port Overview
The Port of İzmir is the only port among İzmir ports, which is operated by the state. The TCDD Port of İzmir has the largest port area in the Aegean region with a total hinterland of 680,000 square meters. Approximately 266,000 square meters of the port area are assigned for storage use. Of that area, 221,000 square meters is allocated to container cargo, 9,900 square meters to general cargo, and 17,100 square meters to cargo on wheels. The railway line reaches the TCDD Izmir Port. In 1999, 30% of Türkiye’s container handling was being done by TCDD İzmir Port alone. In the year 2022, the whole Aegean Region is handling around 15% of Türkiye’s total container handling.
The Port of Izmir is located in the Izmir Bay area, therefore, the port area is safeguarded naturally from bad weather and sea conditions and the port serves all year non-stop.
Port website: https://www.tcdd.gov.tr/en/izmir-port
Key port information may also be found at: https://www.maritime-database.com/port.php?pid=2805
Port Location and Contact |
|
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Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Izmir |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME: Izmir DISTANCE (0.00 km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Port of İzmir or TCDD İzmir Limanı |
Latitude |
38° 25' 00" N |
Longitude |
27° 04' 30" E |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
TCDD - Turkish State Railways |
Management Contact Person |
T.C. Devlet Demiryolları İşletmesi Genel Müdürlüğü (TCDD) General Directorate of State Railways Administration |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME: Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport LIST OF INTERNATIONAL CARRIERS: SunExpress Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Corendon Airlines, Buta Airlines, Anadolu Jet, Freebird Airlines, Tui Fly Belgium, Belavia, Transavia France, Jet2, Iran Air Tours, Qeshm Air, Iran Aseman, Caspian Airlines, Smartwings Czechia, Kuwait Airways, Air Cairo, Ryanair Sun, Enter Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Smartwings Polska SP Z.O.O, Enter Air, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Anka, Smartwings Slovakia S.R.O |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Port Operator: T.C. General Directorate of State Railways Authority (TCDD)
Address: TCDD Port Authority Directorate - İzmir
Tel: 0232 463 16 00 Fax: 0232 463 22 48 - 463 20 17 E-Mail: izmirliman@tcdd.gov.tr
Members of the Izmir Chamber of Shipping are listed in the below link.
https://www.denizticaretodasi.org.tr/tr/uyeler/tumu
Local Contacts for Maritime Sector:
Name Surname |
Duty |
Contact |
---|---|---|
Hikmet DENGEŞIK |
Deputy Governor (Izmir Port Civil Administration Manager) |
0 232 455 82 11
|
Dr. Zafer ALTEKIN |
Coastal Health / District Manager |
0 232 445 74 70 |
Enver KÖK |
Aegean Region Customs And Foreign Trade Manager |
0 232 464 80 95 |
Ünal Hakan ATALAN |
Harbor Master |
0 232 463 97 68 |
Serdar GÖRÜR |
İzmir Port Manager |
0 232 463 22 52 |
Pelin DEVRIM |
Coastal Safety District Manager |
0 232 484 85 31 |
Yusuf ÖZTÜRK |
Turkish Chamber of Shipping Izmir Branch – Chairman of the Board |
0 232 425 72 15 |
Taşkın DALAY |
İzmir Customs Brokers Association – Chairman of the Board |
0 232 464 22 92 |
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
IZMIR is a Large-sized Port. The types of vessels regularly calling at IZMIR are General Cargo (48%), Container Ship (15%), Bulk Carrier (5%), Oil/Chemical Tanker (5%), and Passenger (5%). The maximum length of the vessels recorded to have entered Izmir port is 334 meters. The maximum draught is 10.5 meters. The maximum Deadweight is 85802t.
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1586 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
390,000 TEU |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
8,262,826 MT |
Break bulk (MT) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://static.tcdd.gov.tr/webfiles/userfiles/files/mevzuat/tarife/2023limantarife.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
15 |
2,062 |
10.5 |
2 berths for passenger vessels, 11 berths for general cargo, and 2 berths for dry bulk cargoes |
Container Berth |
10 |
1,414 |
10.20 |
|
Silo Berth |
2 |
428 |
10.5 |
|
Berthing Tugs |
|
|
|
Available |
Water Barges |
2 |
|
|
150 Tons |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
Berths 3-12 & 26 |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
Berths # 3 & 17 |
Other Imports |
Berths # 23-24 for bulk cargo Berths # 1-2 for passengers Berths# 13-22 for containers |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed by the government.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
---|---|---|
Gantry Cranes (STS) |
Yes |
Quantity: 5 Capacity: 40 Tons |
Container mobile cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 15 Capacity: 25-42 Tons |
Mobile Harbour Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 Capacity: 100 Tons |
mobile cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 6 Capacity: 10-25 Tons |
empty container mobile cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 14 Capacity: 8-10 Tons |
Reach stacker |
Yes |
Quantity: 17 Capacity: 40 Tons |
Truck Bed - Trailers |
Yes |
Quantity: 37 Capacity: 40-50 Tons |
Transtainer |
Yes |
Quantity: 14 Capacity: 35:40 Tons |
Tractor |
Yes |
Quantity:40 Capacity: 25: 50 Tons |
Rubber-tyred transtainers |
Yes |
Quantity: 14 Capacity: 35-40 Tons |
short mast forklifts (Diesel + Electric) |
Yes |
Quantity: 12 |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
|
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
3190 TEU/Day |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
Available |
|
Offtake Capacity of Gang Shift |
|
|
Customs Guidance
https://www.trade.gov.tr/customs-formalities
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
The port is divided into the outer harbor, middle harbor anchorages, and the inner harbor. The inner harbor has three port areas; the Old Port which is sheltered by a breakwater, the new port Alsancak and Turan Oil depot port area, which is to the North of Alsancak.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
There are two concrete silos with a total capacity of 70,000 tons belonging to the Turkish Grain Board. The conveyor can deliver between 2.500 and 3.000 tons in 24 hours. Bulk ore loaded by grabs. Daily loading capacity per shift of 8 hours is between 750 to 1.000 tons.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
The Port of Izmir has ample storage facilities, with almost 215.940 thousand square meters of open yards and almost 27 thousand square meters of covered areas, including a warehouse for hazardous cargo. The storage capacity of General Cargo and Dry Bulk Cargo (closed area) (is 3,836,700 tons/year). Storage Capacity of General Cargo and Dry Bulk Cargo (open area) (427,217 tons/year)
Stevedoring
The port is well equipped for loading and discharging of all bulk, general cargo, project cargo, and container vessels.
Port Operator: T.C. General Directorate of State Railways Authority (TCDD)
Address: TCDD Port Authority Directorate - İzmir
Tel: 0232 463 16 00 Fax: 0232 463 22 48 - 463 20 17 E-Mail: izmirliman@tcdd.gov.tr
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk & breakbulk cargo are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation) to other ports or to the final consignee, however, part of the cargo is being moved by railway to primary ports of Türkiye in the Mediterranean, Aegean, Marmara and Black Sea. Also, there is rail service that links Izmir Port with Iran-Turkmenistan & Uzbekistan
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.3 Port of Akdeniz – Antalya
Port Overview
Akdeniz – Antalya Port is a Turkish port on the coastline of about 700 nautical miles between Izmir and Mersin. Akdeniz Antalya is a multi-purpose port providing cruise, container, general cargo, bulk cargo, project cargo, drilling shore base, and military ship services.
Port website: https://www.qterminals-antalya.com/
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Antalya |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME Antalya DISTANCE (12 km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Port Akdeniz – Antalya |
Latitude |
N 36° 50' 12.83" |
Longitude |
E 030° 36' 07.73" |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Qatar's commercial port operator - QTerminals |
Management Contact Person |
Umut Sonmez – Commercial manager |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME: Antalya Airport LIST OF INTERNATIONAL CARRIERS: ADO Air, AERO Nomad, AERODIENST, AEROFLOT, Aeronautica Venezo, Air Albania, Air Algerie, Air Anka, Air Arabia, Air Astana, AirBaltic, Air Bucharest, Bulgaria Air, Air Malta, Air Hamburg, AirSerbia, Air Seven, Alexandria Airlines, Austrian, Azerbaijan Airlines, Belavia, British AirwaysCondor, easyjet, Fly Baghdad, Flyadeal, Jazeera, Kuwait airlines, Middle East,Pegasus, Qatar Airways, Royal Jordanian |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Qterminal Antalya (ORTADOĞU ANTALYA LİMAN İŞLETMELERİ ANONİM ŞİRKETİ) is the only Terminal Operating Company in the port. The company provides all handling services for containerized, bulk, and break bulk cargo. Also, the company provides container repair services.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
Yes |
3:5 days during winter in case there is strong wind ( end of January) |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
Other Comments |
N/A |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1500 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
350,000 TEUs |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
3 million tonnes |
Break bulk (MT) |
1 million tonnes |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://www.qterminals-antalya.com/tariff/
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
2-9 |
|
9.5 M |
There is agility with receiving the coming vessels |
Container Berth |
|
9.5 M |
||
Silo Berth |
|
9.5 M |
||
Berthing Tugs |
6 |
1 Tugboat with 45 bollards pull tons 2 Tugboats with 30 bollards pull tons 1 Pilot Boat(New) 2 Mooring Boats |
||
Water Barges |
1 |
20 Ton / Hour |
Port Handling Equipment
Port is managed privately by Qatar's commercial port operator – Qterminals (Company official name: ORTADOĞU ANTALYA LİMAN İŞLETMELERİ ANONİM ŞİRKETİ)
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Cranes (Rubber Wheels) |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 100-150 Tons |
|
Crane Groups |
Yes |
Quantity: 9 Capacity: 5: 80 Tons |
|
Crawler Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 6 Capacity: (80-60-15-7-5-5 Tons) |
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
Quantity: 25 Capacity: From 3 To 33 Tons |
|
Loaders |
Yes |
Quantity: 7 Capacity: 3 to 28 Tons |
|
Empty Side Lifters |
Yes |
Quantity: 2 |
|
Stackers |
Yes |
Quantity: 6 Capacity: 40-45 Tons |
|
Pulling Clamps |
Yes |
Quantity: 17 |
with 3m3 to 36 m3 Capacity Used in Bulk Cargo Handling |
150 m3 Bunkers |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 |
Used in Bulk Cargo Handling |
Site Cleaning Vehicles |
Yes |
Quantity: 2 |
|
Flatbed Trailer |
Yes |
Quantity: 1 |
|
Tow Trucks (Trailer) |
Yes |
Quantity: 22 Capacity: 55 Tons |
|
Container Facilities
Qterminal Antalya provides services such as loading/unloading, lashing/unlashing, and stuffing/unstuffing.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
|
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
Approx. 1000 TEU/Day |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
216 Units |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
Approx. 300 TEU/Shift |
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
QTerminals Antalya offers a range of services for general cargo ships that meet cargo handling standards. Marble, big bag, and sling bag cement are among the major general cargo products carried by QTerminals Antalya.
QTerminals Antalya can provide services at its docks for factory installation materials, industrial projects, and similar projects. The main project cargo handled includes wind turbines, factory supplies, and crane materials.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
QTerminals Antalya provides bulk cargo services for all kinds of liquid, bulk, and solid bulk cargo that are not packaged or that generally require mechanization or equipment for loading and unloading in accordance with all relevant legislation.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
QTerminals Antalya Provides open & closed storage/warehousing services with 1.260 m² indoor storage facility in the customs bonded area for temporary storage requirements. Totally 16.579 m² warehouse including a closed warehouse of 6.729 m², fully equipped with an administrative building, weighbridge, sprinkler, ventilation system, CCTV systems, and security. Various adjustable concrete open yards for temporary cargo storage solutions.
Stevedoring
Qterminal Antalya provides services such as loading/unloading, lashing/unlashing, and stuffing/unstuffing.
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk & breakbulk cargo are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation). Port Akdeniz – Antalya is connected to important industrial and tourism centers such as Burdur, Isparta, Denizli, Muğla, Afyonkarahisar, Mersin, Konya by high-standard highways.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.4 Port of Limak-Iskenderun
Port Overview
The port suffered catastrophic damage during the earthquake in February 2023, which caused it to become operationally limited only to container services with 45% capacity of how it was operating before the earthquake.
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
İskenderun, Hatay, |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME: İskenderun DISTANCE (0.00km) |
Port's Complete Name |
LimakPort |
Latitude |
36°35′N |
Longitude |
36°11′E |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Limak İskenderun Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş |
Management Contact Person |
Gündüz ARISOY General Manager |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME Hatay International Airport Currently it is stopped operation after the earthquake took place on February 2023 |
Port Picture
PORT TECHNICAL FEATURES |
|
---|---|
Port Area |
1.000.000 m2 |
Number of Berths |
Before the earthquake it was 8 currently it is limited to 2 operational berths limited for containerized services |
Container Berth Water Depth |
15,5 meter |
Reefer Plugs |
500 |
Container Capacity |
1.000.000 TEU / Year |
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Limak İskenderun Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş: the solo operator of the port
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Other Comments |
N/A |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1200 Vessels – after the earthquake, it reduced to 300 vessels (from January 2023: 1 August 2023) |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
482,000 TEU – after the earthquake, the number reduced to 162,000 TEU (from January 2023: to 1 August 2023) |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
Stopped operating after the 2023 earthquake |
Break bulk (MT) |
Stopped operating after the 2023 earthquake |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://www.limakports.com.tr/en/current-tariff/current-tariff
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
N/A |
|
|
Container Berth |
2 |
750m |
15.5m |
Silo Berth |
N/A |
|
|
Berthing Tugs |
2 |
|
|
Water Barges |
N/A |
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
N/A |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
N/A |
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
N/A |
Other Imports |
N/A |
Port Handling Equipment
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
STS (Ship to shore gantry cranes |
Yes |
Quantity:4 Capacity: 65 MT |
|
RTG cranes rubber tires |
Yes |
Quantity: 12 |
|
Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 2 |
|
Reachstacker |
Yes |
Quantity: 6 |
|
Empty handler |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 |
|
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
No |
N/A |
|
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
No |
N/A |
|
Transtainer |
No |
N/A |
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
35 |
|
Container Facilities
The port's suffered catastrophic damage during the earthquake in February 2023, which caused it becomes operationally limited only to container services with 45% capacity of how it was operating before the earthquake.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
500 Plug |
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
N/A
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
N/A
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
The port includes two bonded warehouse facilities of 9600 SQM & 3600 SQM,
Stevedoring
It is done via subcontracted companies, the arrangements are done via Landmak ports.
Hinterland Information
Besides the regular inland transportation via trucks, the port is connected to the national railway lines.
Port Security
Port entry cards are granted only to staff who are authorized to enter/exit the terminal area,
7/24 protection by Securitas guard company. 360-degree moving 124 CCTV cameras placed in various points of the terminal.
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes - 1 |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.5 Port of Borusan
Port Overview
Borusan is located on the Gemlik Bay south of the Marmara Sea. The port has 7 berths on two piers that handle containers, general cargo, and Ro-Ro vessels. Iron products, marble, ceramics, and ore are the main products handled. Borusan Port handles approx. 5,000,000MT of cargo, 340,000TEU, and 350,000 vehicles handled annually.
Port website: https://www.borusanlojistik.com/en/services/borusan-port,
https://www.gemlikshipping.com.tr/en/limanlar.php#
Key port information may also be found at: https://www.maritime-database.com/port.php?pid=4024
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
town of Gemlik, Bursa |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME: Gemlik DISTANCE (10 km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Borusan Port |
Latitude |
40º 25' 12'' N |
Longitude |
29º 05' 18'' E |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Borusan Lojistik Dağıtım Depolama Taşımacılık Ve Tic. A.Ş |
Management Contact Person |
Kazim Keskin Port Operations Director |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME: Istanbul Airport
|
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Borusan Lojistik Dağıtım Depolama Taşımacılık Ve Tic. A.Ş: is managing and operating all the activities in Borusan Port
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1700 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
130,000 TEU |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
3.4 million tons |
Break bulk (MT) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://online.borusanport.com/LoginHizliIslemler/LoginTarifeHesaplama/Index
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
East Terminal (4 Berths) |
838 m |
12 m |
Vessel type: 284 m LOA Panamax 60,000 DWT |
Container Berth |
West Terminal (4 Berths) |
900 |
14.5 m |
Vessel type: 635 m LOA Super Post Panamax 13,500+ TEU vessel capacity 20 rows handling |
Silo Berth |
N/A |
|
|
|
Berthing Tugs |
Available |
|
|
|
Water Barges |
N/A |
|
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
East Terminal |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
|
Other Imports |
West terminal for container vessel |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed privately.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
SSG cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 Capacity: Max.74 MT handling |
2 x 18 row handling / 1 x 20 row handling |
RTG cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 8 Capacity: Max. 41 MT handling |
7+1 stack width / 5+1 tear height |
Stackers |
Yes |
Quantity: 6 Capacity: Max. 45 tons handling |
3 container reach stackers / 3 empty container stackers |
MHC |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 |
1 x 140 tons handling / 2 x 100 tons handling |
heavy forklifts |
Yes |
Quantity: 7 |
2 x 32 tons handling / 1 x 25 tons handling / 1 x 20 tons handling / 2 x 16 tons handling / 1 x 7 tons handling |
light Forklift |
Yes |
Quantity: 1 |
1 x 5 tons handling |
Terminal tractor |
Yes |
Quantity: 23 |
Max. 120 tons pulling capacity |
overhead cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 10 |
4x35 Tons / 2x32 Tons / 2x25 Tons / 2x20 tons capacity |
Supplier’s extra cranes / forklift / Terminal tractor support |
Yes |
2 x 40 ton handling / 1 x 100 tons handling / 1 x 63 tons handling / 6 x 3 tons handling / 1 x 1.2 tons handling miniloader |
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
annual container handling capacity of 450,000 TEU |
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
500 TEU/Day |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
224 |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
|
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
|
|
Customs Guidance
https://www.trade.gov.tr/customs-formalities
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
Borusan Port specializes in the handling of steel products (steel rolls, pipes, sheet metals, profiles, etc.), palletized goods, and big bag and packaging products. With an annual capacity of 5,000,000 metric tons, the port’s daily handling tonnage per ship is around 6000 metric tons.
Borusan Port has a stockyard with a minimum capacity of 7,000 vehicles, the vehicle parking lot’s close proximity to the dock, resulted in loading speeds on RO-RO vessels an average of 130 vehicles per hour. The vehicle handling capacity of our port is 350,000 pieces per year.
Borusan Port handles about 40,000 metric tons of products with project cargo status, and various dimensions and tonnages, including Turkey’s largest-scale project loads.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
N/A
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
Borusan port includes a covered bonded warehouse of 7000 SQM and 75,000 SQM of an open area dedicated to storing steel products.
Stevedoring
All stevedoring activities are provided by Borusan Lojistik Dağıtım Depolama Taşımacılık Ve Tic. A.Ş
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk & breakbulk cargo are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation) to other ports or to the final consignee.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.6 Port of Samsun
Port Overview
Samsun port is Turkey's largest port in the Black Sea region. It is the only port on the Black Sea with a railway connection. It has a large hinterland. It is the stopping point of cargo coming from and to Anatolia. With its railroad and highway connections, Samsun includes the cities of Sinop, Corum, Amasya, Ordu, Sivas, Erzincan, Yozgat, Tokat, Kastamonu, Ankara, Kirsehir, Kayseri, Nigde, Konya, and Malatya in its hinterland.
The marine hinterland of Samsun Port includes Batumi, Poti, and Sokhumi ports of Georgia; Sochi, Tuapse, Novorossiysk, Azov in Sea of Azov, Taganrog, Zhdanov, Yalta, Berdyansk, Henichesk ports of Russia; Mis.Kiz-Ogul, Feodosiya, Yalta, Todor, Sevastopol, Yevpatoriyaports in Crimea; Mykolaiv, Odessa, Ilyichevsk ports in Ukraine; Constanta port in Romania and Varna port in Bulgaria.
Port website: https://www.samsunport.com.tr/en
Key port information may also be found at: https://www.maritime-database.com/port.php?pid=2865
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Samsun |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME: Samsun DISTANCE (0.00km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Samsunport |
Latitude |
41° 18’00’’ North |
Longitude |
36° 22’00’’ East |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Samsun International Port Management Inc. |
Management Contact Person |
Ali Seven – Samsun Region Manager Vedat Kamsiz – Port Manager |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME: Samsun Çarşamba Airport LIST OF INTERNATIONAL CARRIERS: Anadolujet, Corendon Airlines, Eurowings, Fly Baghdad, Iraqi Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Turkish Airlines, UR Airlines |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Samsun International Port Management Inc. (Samsunport Samsun Uluslararası Liman İşletmeciliği A.Ş.) is managing and operating all the activities in Samsun Port.
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Other Comments |
|
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
2,789 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
106,636 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
13,584,153 |
Break bulk (MT) |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://www.samsunport.com.tr/en/online-services/tariffs
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
12 Berths |
1756 |
6.5 : 12 m |
All berths can be used for handling bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargo. |
Container Berth |
||||
Silo Berth |
||||
Berthing Tugs |
Yes |
Tugboat: 2 x 30 Ton (2x1100 HP), 1 x16 Ton (1025HP), 1x 20 Ton (1500 HP) Mooring boat: 2 Service boat: 1 Pilot boat: 1 |
||
Water Barges |
No |
The service of water supply from valves on all Samsunport docks is provided to all ships in port docks for 24 hours when needed. |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
All berths can be used for handling bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargo. The main port consists of 9 piers (total length 1356) Industrial Quay consists of 3 piers (10,11,12) (total length 400 m) |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
|
Other Imports |
Train Ferry Ramp #1: Length 430 m, depth 4.5m, and track gauge is (1,435 mm) Train Ferry Ramp #2: Length 321 m, depth 4.5m, and track gauge is (1,435- 1,520 mm) |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed privately.
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Container mobile cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 104-124 Tons |
|
Mobile land Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 10 Capacity: 8-40 Tons |
|
Port Cranes |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 5-35 Tons |
|
Reach stacker for full container |
Yes |
Quantity: 6 Capacity: 45 Tons |
|
Reach stacker for empty container |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 Capacity: 8-10 Tons |
|
Loader |
Yes |
Quantity: 11 Capacity: 1.3m3 – 5m3 |
|
Forklift |
Yes |
Quantity: 18 Capacity: 2-33 Tons |
|
Trailer |
Yes |
Quantity: 47 Capacity: 25-40 Tons |
|
Semi-Trailer |
Yes |
Quantity: 62 Capacity: 20-40 Tons |
|
Bobcat |
Yes |
Quantity: 3 Capacity: 2.5 Tons |
|
Excavator |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 3-21 Tons |
|
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Daily Take-Off Capacity |
Container stocking capacity is 10,000 TEU per day |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
462 Reefer plugs, including 224 Reefer towers and 238 CFS fields |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
Container stocking capacity is 10,000 TEU per day |
|
Offtake Capacity of Gang Shift |
3500 TEU/Shift |
Customs Guidance
https://www.trade.gov.tr/customs-formalities
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
Samsunport has a Ronguzzi branded bagged goods loading crane, with a loading capacity of 2,000 tons/day. In addition to this, the capacity of loading/unloading can be reached to 10,000 tons/day for big bags.
Samsunport provides services for Ro-Ro vessels and Car Carriers with an extensive vehicle park, inspection station, and 7 weighbridges. The passenger Exit Gate of Samsunport is very close to the city centre and there are shuttle services in front of the Passenger Exit Gate.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
Dry Bulk
Samsunport has 14 electrical dock cranes that can handle any load from 5 tons to 35 tons and 10 mobile cranes with handling capacity from 10 tons to 124 tons. The mobile cranes consist of Sennebogen 835 – 840 – 870, Fantuzzi MHC 40 – MHC 20, Liebherr LHM 400 – 420, and Reggianne MHC 200 brands.
Samsunport has steel grain silos of 60.000 tons capacity and warehouses of 50.000 m2 space in port allowing the storage of 200.000 tons of dry bulk. The Port industrial pier with 400 m length and 12 m depth owns 5 land cranes with 1 unit of 5 tons, 3 units of 10 tons, 1 unit of 35 tons capacity. The 35 tons capacity crane provides 15.000 tons/day coal discharge service by means of its remote-controlled grab of 21 m3 volume preventing the rising of the coal dust with the help of special water jet bunkers.
Liquid Bulk
Liquid bulk cargo is loaded onto ships and discharged from them with a mobile pipeline loading-discharging wharf system
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
Samsunport includes 200,000 SQM open area and 50,000 SQM warehouses suitable to handle (storage and reloading) up to 3 million tons of cargo.
Stevedoring
Samsunport has the ability to handle containerized and general cargo shipments such as palleted goods, crates, metal sheets, steel rolls, pipe, machinery, block stone, block marble, bales, roll papers, and roll cables. with keeping goods in Custom Bonded Warehouse temporary storage status and to dispatch them again by providing terminal services.
Samsunport also provides loading/unloading services to railway cars through our railway line existing in the Industrial Pier. There are 2 train ferry ramps at the industrial pier suitable for 1520-1435 mm track gauges, and a bogie change station with 1520 mm gauge.
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk and breakbulk cargo are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation) to other ports or to the final consignee, however, part of the cargo is being moved by railway.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.7 Port of Asyaport
Port Overview
Asyaport is a joint venture between Global Terminal Limited (GTL), the terminal investment company of MSC, and the Turkish Soyuer family located in Barbaros / Tekirdağ. Asyaport commenced operations in 8th of July 2015. Asyaport is the first Transhipment Container Terminal (Hub Port) of Türkiye and has a draft of up to 18 m, a 2000 m total quay length with a handling capacity of up to 2.5 million TEU.
Port website: https://www.asyaport.com/
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Barbaros / Tekirdağ |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
TOWN NAME: Tekirdag DISTANCE (0.00km) |
Port's Complete Name |
Asyaport / Asyaport Liman A.Ş |
Latitude |
40° 54' 00" N |
Longitude |
27° 28' 00" E |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Asyaport Liman A.Ş |
Management Contact Person |
Besim Donmez Planning and Technical manager |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
AIRPORT NAME: Istanbul International Airport |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Asyaport Liman A.Ş is managing and operating all the activities in Asyaport
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1053 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
1,773,148 TEU |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
261,745 MT |
Break bulk (MT) |
75,060 MT |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link: https://www.asyaport.com/en-US/tariffs/2513989
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
4 |
2010 m |
18m |
All berths can be used for handling bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargo |
Container Berth |
||||
Silo Berth |
||||
Berthing Tugs |
Available |
3 Tugboats |
||
Water Barges |
Available |
1 Water supply boat |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
All berths can be used for handling bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargo. |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
N/A |
Other Imports |
|
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed privately by Asyaport Liman A.Ş
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
STS (Ship to Shore Gantry Crane) |
Yes |
Quantity: 11 Capacity: 65 Ton |
|
SCR (Ship Crane) |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 40 Ton |
|
RTG (Rubber Tyred Gantry Crane) |
Yes |
Quantity: 30 Capacity: 45 Ton |
|
RST (Reach Stacker) |
Yes |
Quantity: 4 Capacity: 45 Ton |
|
ECH (Empty Container Handling Machine) |
Yes |
Quantity: 5 Capacity: 7 |
|
TT (LNG Powered Terminal Truck) |
Yes |
Quantity: 75 Capacity: 65 Ton |
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
Quantity: 10 Capacity: 3: 32 Ton |
|
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Daily Take-Off Capacity |
437 TEU/Day |
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
1400 Refrigerated Container plugs |
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
6500 TEU/Day
|
Customs Guidance
https://www.trade.gov.tr/customs-formalities
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
Asyaport is the first Transhipment Container Terminal (Hub Port). At the request of owners or of customs authorities, containers arriving at the port may be transferred to the CFS station and unstuffed and the contents will be turned over to their owners or placed in storage. “Container Stuffing” services consist of the opposite: goods taken into the CFS area for exportation will be packed into containers after which their doors will be closed.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
There is no bonded warehouse inside the port, however, MEDLOG ( One of the Mediterranean Shipping Company Turkey (MSC) companies) has three open storage areas in Tekirdağ 3 KM away from the port with a capacity of 9000 TEU (MEDLOG 1), 10,128 TEU (MEDLOG 2) and 7000 TEU (MEDLOG3).
Stevedoring
Asyaport Liman A.Ş provides the following services:
Container Services
-
Container loading, unloading, shifting services
-
Container terminal services
-
CFS services (container stuffing, unpacking, sample, full detection, etc.)
-
Refrigerated container services
-
Dangerous container services
-
Container fixing services
General Cargo Services
-
Pallet, big bag, packaged or bundle loading and unloading services are provided.
-
Unloading and loading operations of all types of general cargo are carried out inside the port
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk, and breakbulk cargo are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation) to other ports or to the final consignee, The Train station is 7 km away from the port. ASYAPORT offers shuttle truck services for transporting containers to Tekirdağ Train Station with a fleet of 70 Trucks.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.8 Port of Gemlik
Port Overview
Gemport is located on Gemlik Bay south of the Marmara Sea. The port has 13 berths that handle containers, general cargo, and Ro-Ro vessels. Gemport Port has the capacity to handle approx. 2,000,000 TEU, 10,000,000 general cargo, 650,00 vehicles, and 500,000 m3 of liquid cargo annually.
Port website: https://www.yilport.com/en/ports/default/Gemport/32/0/0K,
https://www.turklim.org/en/turklim-members/gemport/
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Town of gemlik bursa |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Gemlik 10 km |
Port's Complete Name |
Gemport |
Latitude |
40º 24'59.28 N |
Longitude |
29º 6’40.13 E |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
Gemport Gemlik Liman Ve Depolama İşletmeleri A.Ş. – YILPORT GEMPORT |
Management Contact Person |
Hakan Demirel – Operations chief |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport LIST OF INTERNATIONAL CARRIERS: SunExpress Airways, Pegasus Airlines, Corendon Airlines, Buta Airlines, Anadolu Jet, Freebird Airlines, Tui Fly Belgium, Belavia, Transavia France, Jet2, Iran Air Tours, Qeshm Air, Iran Aseman, Caspian Airlines, Smartwings Czechia, Kuwait Airways, Air Cairo, Ryanair Sun, Enter Air, Lot Polish Airlines, Smartwings Polska SP Z.O.O, Enter Air, Aeroflot Russian Airlines, Turkish Airlines, Air Anka, Smartwings Slovakia S.R.O |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
YILPORT Gemport is managing and operating all the activities in GEMPORT
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
N/A |
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
N/A |
Handling Figures for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
1379 |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
671.492 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for 2022 |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
Dry bulk 1,086,315 Liquid bulk 130,745 |
Break bulk (MT) |
524,651 |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link https://www.yilport.com/en/images/PartDocuments/yilport_gemlik_2023_standard_import_tariff_final.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Conventional Berth |
13 |
1928 |
18 |
All berths can be used for handling bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargo. |
Container Berth |
||||
Silo Berth |
||||
Berthing Tugs |
7 |
6 tugboats and 1 mooring boat |
||
Water Barges |
N/A |
General Cargo Handling Berths
Cargo Type |
Berth Identification |
---|---|
Imports - Bagged Cargo |
All berths can be used for handling bulk, breakbulk, and containerized cargo. |
Exports - Bagged Cargo |
|
Imports and Exports - RoRo |
|
Other Imports |
Port Handling Equipment
The port equipment is managed privately.
Equipment |
Available |
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
MHC |
Yes / |
6 |
|
RTG |
yes |
30 |
|
RS |
yes |
7 |
|
Excavator |
Yes |
5 |
|
Terminal truck |
yes |
45 |
|
Bobcat |
Yes |
6 |
|
ECHs |
Yes |
4 |
|
Forklifts |
Yes |
7 |
|
Loader |
Yes |
8 |
|
TTY |
yes |
45 |
|
Weighbridge |
Yes |
22 |
|
Spreader |
Yes |
57 |
|
Grabbing |
Yes |
5 |
|
Portal crane |
Yes |
1 |
|
Mine Filling Conveyor |
Yes |
1 |
|
|
|
|
|
Container Facilities
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
yes |
yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
yes |
yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
yes |
yes |
Other Capacity Details |
|
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
5500 TEU
|
|
Number of Reefer Stations |
366
|
|
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
5500 TEU |
|
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
1825 TEU/shift |
Customs Guidance
https://www.trade.gov.tr/customs-formalities
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
The terminal can provide services to the largest container ships that have more than 18,000 TEU capacity. Four state-of-the-art 23-wide Mitsui-Paceco quay cranes are fully operational at the terminal. Customers are provided with the opportunity of 24-hour non-stop container stuffing without being subject to customs procedures at its outside container freight station CFS area of 65,000 square meters.
YILPORT operates one of the largest and the most modern car terminals in Turkey. Its multi-storey car park in the bonded area offers the highest storage capacity in Turkey for 9500 vehicles. The short distance between the car park and berth added to the express gate allows for rapid operations.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
YILPORT Gemlik serves customers with different types of cargo by its dedicated berth and equipment. Specialized equipment offers large-scale handling of project cargos.
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
Gemport provides services to import and export companies with a total storage area of 11,500 m2, of which 6,000 m2 is a closed bonded warehouse and 5,500 m2 is a closed temporary storage area.
Stevedoring
All stevedoring activities are provided by YILPORT Gemport
Hinterland Information
Containers, bulk & breakbulk cargo are being transported outbound mainly by Road (Inland transportation) to other ports or to the final consignee.
Port Security
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.1.9 Port of Ambarli
Port Overview
AMBARLI is located at Black Sea, Marmara Sea in Türkiye at coordinates N 40° 58' 00.31" - E 028° 41' 22.07". The official UN/Locode of this port is TRAMR. The Port of Ambarli was first conceived in 1989 when Kumport Port Services and Logistics Trade Company Inc. decided to move its facilities from the Zeytinburnu district of Istanbul due to the rapid urbanization taking place in the area at the time. The first development plan for the Port of Ambarli was approved that year.
In 1992, Türkiye's Ministry of Transport established ALTAS Ambarli Port Facilities Trade Company Inc. to operate and manage the Port of Ambarli. The layout plan for the Port of Ambarli was approved by the Ministry of Public Works and Settlement in 1993. The new port consolidated the services of existing terminals in the Port of Ambarli under a single umbrella to support the needs for the Istanbul region and supplement other ports in the region like the Port of Haydarpasa and the Port of Istanbul.
By 1998, increasing volumes of trade and cargo, liberalization of Türkiye's economy, and the need to accommodate larger merchant vessels led to plans to expand the Port of Ambarli. At the turn of the century, it was decided to further expand the Port of Ambarli to accommodate increasing traffic in containerized cargoes.
There are 4 private facilities that are operating under the umbrella of Altas Ambarli Liman: Akçansa, Kumport , Mardaş, Marport.
Port website: www.altasliman.com
Key port information may also be found at: http://www.maritime-database.com
Port Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Turkiye |
Province or District |
Istanbul - Ambarli |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Port |
Beylikduzu |
Port's Complete Name |
Altaş Ambarlı Port Facilities Trade Co. Inc. |
Latitude |
40° 58' N |
Longitude |
28° 41' E |
Managing Company or Port Authority
|
ALTAŞ AMBARLI PORT FACILITIES There are 4 ports operating in Ambarli
|
Management Contact Person |
Contact person Gürdal KARADENİZ Address Marmara Mah. Liman Cad., No: 49, İç Kapı No: 41 34524 Beylikdüzü / İSTANBUL Telephone +90(212) 875 28 00 - +90(212) 875 28 01 E-mail info@altasliman.com Website www.altasliman.com |
Nearest Airport and Airlines with Frequent International Arrivals/Departures |
Istabul Havalimani (IST) |
Port Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
There are four ports operating at Altas Ambarli Port.
-
Akçansa:
Handled Cargo :General Cargo, Bulk Cargo, Liquid Cargo, Container, Ro-Ro
Handling Capacity :4.000.000 ton - 45.000 TEU - 450.000 veh.
Storage area : 50.205 m2
Indoor warehouse 3.832 m2
Bonded area 41.643 m2
Non-bonded area 48.100 m2
Total area 89.750 m2
Berth-Pier Dimensions
Length 930 m
Maximum draft 13,0 m
Ro-Ro ramp 2
Equipment Quantity Capacity (ton)
Sennebogen 835 2 8
Sennebogen 870 1 12
Liebherr A934 C 1 8
Fantuzzi MHC 200 1 100
Gotwald HMK 260 1 80
Liebherr LHM 500 1 140
Liebherr LHM 320 1 100
2- Kumport
Handled cargo :Container, General Cargo, Cabotage Ro-Ro
Handling Capacity
Container (TEU/year) 2.100.000
Total port area 477.867 m2
Indoor warehouse 10.000 m2
Bonded area (outdoor) 372.591 m2
Berth-Pier Dimensions :
Length 2.226 m
Maximum draft 16,5 m
Equipment Quantity Capacity (ton)
SSG 9 70
MHC 5 104
RTG 28 45
Stacker 12 45
Empty Stacker 7 8
3- Mardas
Handling Cargo ; Container, General Cargo, Bulk, Bulk Solid
Handling Capacity ;
Container (TEU/ year) 2.000.000
General cargo (ton/year) 3.000.000
Total port area 204.778,25 m2
Non-bonded storage area 176.385,25 m2
Customs warehouse 7.557 m2
Bonded area 120.836 m2
Parking area 10.000 m2
CFS area 5.000 m
Berth-Pier Dimensions
Length 1.115 m
Maximum draft 16,5 m
Equipment Quantity Capacity (ton)
SSG 3 24 rows
Mobile Crane 9 100-140
RTG 8 40
Stacker 15 10-45
Excavator 5 10,7-22-22,3
MAFI 45 32-35-43,5
Forklift 26 3-5-10-12
Reach Truck 8 2
Loader 4 2,5-12-14,5
4- Marport
Handling Capacity
Container (TEU/year) 2.300.000
Total port area 434.914 m2
Indoor warehouse 6.103 m2
Bonded area 428.811 m2
Berth-Pier Dimensions
Length 2.026 m
Maximum draft 17 m
Equipment Quantity
STS 10
MHC 5
RTG 41
CRS 8
ECS 10
Truck 102
Trailer 118
For more information on port contacts, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List
Port Performance
Ambarli Port is capable of handling large container vessels, The maximum length of the vessels recorded to having entered this port is 399 meters.The maximum Deadweight is 202461t. Tankers are restricted to daylight berthing only. All other vessels berth thought 24 hours.
Seasonal Constraints
|
Occurs |
Time Frame |
---|---|---|
Rainy Season |
No |
|
Major Import Campaigns |
No |
|
Handling Figures for YEAR |
|
---|---|
Vessel Calls |
Marport (1267) Kumport (1171) |
Container Traffic (TEUs) |
5.000.000 |
Handling Figures Bulk and Break Bulk for YEAR |
|
---|---|
Bulk (MT) |
Marport (90.909) Kumport (141.103) |
Break bulk (MT) |
N/a |
Discharge Rates and Terminal Handling Charges
For information on port rates and charges, please see the following link:
https://marport.com.tr/en/tariffs.html
https://www.kumport.com.tr/en-US/tariff-of-services/627418
https://www.mardas.com.tr/tr-TR/tarifelerimiz/3/219
http://www.akcansaport.com/wp-content/uploads/akcansa-ambarli-liman-ucret-tarifesi-2023.pdf
Berthing Specifications
Type of Berth |
Quantity |
Length (m) |
Maximum Draft (m) |
Comments |
---|---|---|---|---|
Multi-purpose Berths |
N/a |
6000 |
17 |
Max vessel Length 399 MT |
Silo Berth |
N/a |
|
|
|
313 ton BP ASD type tugboat |
2 |
|
|
|
Conventional type Tugboats |
5 |
|
|
|
General Cargo Handling Berths
All types of Cargo can be handled at Altas Ambarli Port. The total length berths are 6000 m and with alongside depths of 7 to 17 m. The berths and yard behind are well equipped with modern and high-performance cranes and handling equipment.
Port Handling Equipment
The Port consist of 4 different private companies. All have large numbers of Port handling equipment
Below table is for Marport:
Equipment |
Available
|
Total Quantity and Capacity Available |
Comments on Current Condition and Actual Usage |
---|---|---|---|
Dockside Crane |
Yes |
10 |
Good |
Container Gantries |
Yes |
8 |
Good |
Mobile Cranes |
Yes |
5 |
Good |
Reachstacker |
Yes |
41 |
Good |
RoRo Tugmaster (with Trailer) |
Yes |
102 |
Good |
Grain Elevator with Bagging Machines |
N/a |
|
|
Transtainer |
Yes |
10 |
Good |
Forklifts |
Yes |
|
Good |
Container Facilities
24/7 nonstop service is provided with modern equipment at the Container Terminal with a total 1937 meters berth length and 17 meters draft.
Facilities |
20 ft |
40 ft |
---|---|---|
Container Facilities Available |
Yes |
Yes |
Container Freight Station (CFS) |
Yes |
Yes |
Refrigerated Container Stations |
Yes |
Yes |
Other Capacity Details |
|
|
Daily Take Off Capacity |
N/a |
N/a |
Number of Reefer Stations |
N/a |
N/a |
Emergency Take-off Capacity |
N/a |
N/a |
Off take Capacity of Gang Shift |
N/a |
N/a |
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link
https://www.trade.gov.tr/customs-formalities
Terminal Information
MULTIPURPOSE TERMINAL
Ambarli ports extensive facilities can provide services to all types of cargoes including containers, general cargoes, project cargoes, Ro-Ro, dry bulk and liquid bulk, and direct dry bulk handling services from ship to container. The port is able to conduct loading-discharging services to 40 vessels simultaneously, depending on the lengths of the vessels.
GRAIN AND BULK HANDLING
In Ambarli Port all types of bulk cargo operations, mainly grains, pulses and mines that are not classified as dangerous goods can be handled.
The main bulk cargoes handled are as follows:
• Grains/cereals (wheat, corn, rice)
• Pulses (chickpeas, peas, canola seeds)
• Mines (chrome, manganese, soda, mosaic, gravel, marble, sand)
MAIN STORAGE TERMINAL
All 4 ports operating in Ambarli have their own storage areas including plugging services for reefer containers.
Stevedoring
All types of cargo handling equipment pallets, forklifts etc. are available.
Hinterland Information
Ambarli port is located on the European Side of Istanbul and is very close to TEM and E-5 highways. Thanks to the location and its connection to Mediterranean Sea, Aegean Sea, Marmara Sea and the Black Sea is at a central place in container trade of Türkiye and has a strategical importance in the transit freight corridor between Europe and the Far East.
Port Security
Ambarli port ensures port security in compliance with the International Ship and Port Security (ISPS) code. Customs bonded, and customs free storage areas are kept under constant supervision by CCTV cameras which are monitored and managed by the Port Security .
Security |
|
---|---|
ISPS Compliant |
Yes |
Current ISPS Level |
1 |
Police Boats |
Yes |
Fire Engines |
Yes |
Türkiye - 2.2 Aviation
Key airport information may also be found at: http://worldaerodata.com/
Supervising authority: The Civil Aviation Authority of Türkiye (SHGM) is the government agency responsible for the supervision of civil aviation in Türkiye. SHGM is responsible for the licensing of airlines, airports, and other aviation-related businesses; the regulation of air traffic; and the investigation of aviation accidents and incidents.
Private managing companies: There are a number of private companies that manage airports in Türkiye, including TAV Airports Holding, Celebi Aviation and IGA. These companies are responsible for the day-to-day operations of airports, such as passenger and baggage handling, ground handling, and catering.
Overall national capacity: Türkiye has a relatively large aviation sector, with 55 airports in operation, a total of 181 million passengers carried, 1,678,249 tonnes of cargo transported and 1,488,626 aircraft movements in 2022. The country's largest airport is Istanbul Airport, which opened in 2018 and is now the busiest airport in Europe.
Significant constraints: Some of the significant constraints on the Turkish aviation sector include:
-
Airspace congestion: Türkiye's airspace is one of the busiest in the world, and this can lead to congestion and delays.
-
Security concerns: Türkiye has been the target of a number of terrorist attacks in recent years, and this has led to increased security measures at airports, which can slow down the flow of passengers.
Planned enhancements and investments: The Turkish government has plans to invest heavily in the aviation sector in the coming years. These investments are aimed at improving the country's airspace infrastructure, expanding its airport capacity, and increasing its security measures. The government is also planning to privatize a number of state-owned airports.
As of 2022, there are 55 active airports open to civil aviation in the country. The top 10 airports with (filtered as per cargo traffic) are shown on below table:
Airports |
TOTAL AIRCRAFT MOVEMENTS |
PASSENGER TRAFFIC (Arrivals-Departures) |
CARGO TRAFFIC (TONNE) |
---|---|---|---|
İstanbul (IST) |
425,852 |
64,518,073 |
1,504,372 |
İstanbul Atatürk (IST) |
28,272 |
- |
58,543 |
İstanbul Sabiha Gökçen (SAW) |
200,233 |
30,737,854 |
44,954 |
İzmir Adnan Menderes (ADB) |
69,463 |
9,834,578 |
26,840 |
Ankara Esenboğa (ESB) |
71,355 |
8,679,594 |
13,776 |
Antalya (AYT) |
198,069 |
31,108,181 |
11,578 |
Adana (ADA) |
44,247 |
3,874,593 |
8,099 |
Tekirdağ Çorlu Atatürk (TEQ) |
24,897 |
44,205 |
1,692 |
Gaziantep (GZT) |
18,769 |
2,325,808 |
1,611 |
Trabzon (TZX) |
23,495 |
3,185,229 |
927 |
TOTAL OF TÜRKIYE |
1,488,626.00 |
181,789,339.00 |
1,678,249.28 |
For more information on government agency and airport company contact information, please see the following links: 4.1 Government Contact List and 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Procedures for Foreign-Registered Aircraft
In respect of the establishment of any real rights on any movables or immovables, the record required to be entered to the log of the relevant movables or immovables is called "registration", and the act of performing such recording process is called "to register", and the log where such records are retained is called as "registry". The real rights may be defined as the rights that grant their holders a direct control on the movables or immovables and that can be asserted to anyone.
Any aircraft is required to be registered to the registry of the civil aviation authority of the relevant country in order to enable the same achieves a national status in the respective country. Also, any natural or legal persons are required to be registered in the registry so that such persons have real right, and that any third persons make a disposition of such right. This paragraph also outlines that why a registration is required to be created.
The above-mentioned term "movables or immovables" refers to the civil aircraft in respect of the Registry Office. In other words, the procedures are being performed only in respect of the registration of any and all civil aircraft at the Registry Office. However; the procedures for registration of any civil aircraft embraces a wide range of registration types regarding aircraft. Such registrations range from identity details to technical details or flight details regarding the aircraft. However, the registration type, falling under the scope of the Registry Office, is the registration, which may be called as the identity details of the aircraft.
Registry Office |
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Address |
Gazi Mustafa Kemal Bulvari No:128/A 06570 Maltepe / ANKARA |
Yetkili |
Fadime GEZER |
Tel |
(312) 203 60 71 |
Fax |
(312) 212 46 84 |
https://web.shgm.gov.tr/en/aircraft/2205-registration-procedures
The registry office under the SHGM is responsible for the process of registration of a foreign aircraft in Türkiye.
The following steps are to be followed:
Step 1:
Make a reservation for a Turkish registration mark. You can do this by submitting an application to the Directorate General of Civil Aviation (DGCA/ SHGM) of Türkiye. The application form can be found on the SHGM website.
The reservation of registration mark is required to be performed in order for the registration mark to be granted to the aircraft. The Reservation of the Registration Mark is performed in order to identify the registration nationality and registration mark of the aircraft before it is registered to the Turkish Civil Aircraft Registry.
The process of pre-determination of the registration mark to be used by any aircraft, which is planned to be brought to our country, and reporting of the same to our Directorate General by the owner of the aircraft, and of reservation of the respective registration mark for the applicant, is called as registration reservation.
The operators, who hold an air operator's certificate, must satisfy the requirements prescribed by the circular letter on "addition of aircraft to the fleet", and must obtain the letter of permit, which has been issued by the Operations Branch, prior to the performance of the process of registration reservation, in order to add any new aircraft to their fleets. All aircraft are required to bear the flag of the country, where it is registered, and the registration mark thereof in accordance with ICAO Annex-7. Each aircraft has its own registration mark, and a registration mark may not be used by more than one aircraft concurrently. A registration mark is used for once only; accordingly, any registration mark is not used for any other aircraft.
Therefore, the registration mark to be used by any aircraft, which will be brought to our country, is required to be reserved at the first stages of the planning process in order to determine that whether the relevant registration mark is appropriate, or not, and to keep such mark until the relevant aircraft arrives in the country.
The registration mark must be selected based on the aircraft categories, among the triple combinations, starting with:
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the letter "U" for Ultralight/Microlight,
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the letter "B" for Balloon,
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the letter "H" for Helicopter,
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the letter "Z" for Agricultural purposes,
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the letter "P" for Glider,
to be indicated following the national mark. Any letters other than the letters, allocated for the aircraft specified, must be used for general aircraft categories. The registration mark for the unmanned aerial vehicles starts with the letter "I", and continue with the sequential figures.
Details and Documents Required For Reservation
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The petition signed by the the owner of the aircraft or by the person, to whom the notarized power of attorney is granted
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Reservation Application Form
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Trade Registry Gazette showing the trade name, capital and shareholding structure of the legal persons
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List of Authorized Signatories (Natural Persons; The Notarized Signature Declaration - Legal Persons; The Notarized List of Authorized Signatories)
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Trade Registry Gazette showing the trade name, capital and shareholding structure of the lessee of the aircraft provided by the Leasing Companies Situated in Türkiye
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The notarized copy of identity card of the natural persons
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The letter stating the approval of "addition of aircraft to the fleet" for the airline companies
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Service Fee published in the Service Tariff (see www.shgm.gov.tr)
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Letter of Undertaking (In the event that the owner of the aircraft is situated abroad, and that it will be procured through Leasing or Rental, no Letter of Undertaking is required.)
NOTE- If the aircraft is currently registered in another country, you will need to obtain a deletion certificate from the relevant aviation authority in that country.
Step 2: Obtain an application form from the Civil Aviation Authority of Türkiye (SHGM)
The SHGM is the government agency responsible for the registration of foreign aircraft in Türkiye. The application form can be obtained from the SHGM website or from any of the SHGM offices located throughout the country.
Complete the application form
Issuance of Certificate of Registration for Aircraft to be Initially Registered to the Turkish Civil Aircraft Registry
The act of registering any aircraft, which is planned to be imported either temporarily or conclusively from abroad, to the Turkish Civil Aircraft Registry.
Consideration points in applying for registration in the registry
Issuance of Certificate of Registration for Aircraft to be Initially Registered to the Turkish Civil Aircraft Registry
The act of registering any aircraft, which is planned to be imported either temporarily or conclusively from abroad, to the Turkish Civil Aircraft Registry.
Consideration points in applying for registration in the registry
In the event that the acquisition is performed through purchasing method, then;
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The original copy of the agreement,
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The original copy of the bill of sale,
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A copy of the receipt of stamp duty arising from the agreement,
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The notarized translation of the agreement and bill of sale, in case the same have been drawn up in any language other than Turkish,
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The original copies of the lists of authorized signatories of the parties, executing the agreement,
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Delivery of the original copies of the Certificate of Authorization bearing the Apostille thereon, stating that parties executing the agreement are authorized, to our Directorate General, prior to sending the letter of "technical conformity regarding importation",
In the event that the acquisition is performed through rental method, then;
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The original copy of the rental agreement,
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The notarized translation of the agreement into Turkish, in case the same has been drawn up in any language other than Turkish,
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The original copies of the lists of authorized signatories of the parties executing the agreement, and the Certificates of Authorization bearing the Apostille thereon,
In the event that the acquisition is performed through leasing method, then;
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The lease agreement approved by FIDER, as well as the following documents are required to be sent completely to our Directorate General with a cover letter.
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The petition signed by the owner of the aircraft or by the person, to whom notarized power of attorney is granted
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Registration Application Form
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The original copy of the letter of conclusive aircraft importation sent by the Customs Offices by addressing our Directorate General
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Bill of Entry of the relevant aircraft
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Certificate of de-registration
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Certificate of export
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The copy of the letter of conformity for importation of the aircraft
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The relevant page of the flight manual, on which maximum take-off weight is specified
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"Sales Agreement" and “Bill of Sale”
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The original copy of the lease agreement executed by and between the Leasing Companies Situated in Türkiye and the lessee thereof
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The front-view and side-view photographs of the aircraft, in a manner that registration mark and flag are visible on the aircraft. (see ANNEX-7)
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The copy of the Certificate of Airworthiness
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Service Fee published in the Service Tariff (see Charges Tariff of the DGCA)
Key agencies and roles and responsibilities
The key agencies involved in the registration of foreign aircraft in Türkiye are the SHGM and the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure. The SHGM is responsible for the administration of the registration process, while the Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure is responsible for the issuance of the registration certificate.
Process timeline
The process for the registration of a foreign aircraft in Türkiye typically takes 3-6 months. The timeline may be longer if the SHGM requests additional information or documentation.
Conclusion
The registration of foreign aircraft in Türkiye is a complex process, similar to most countries with a developed civil aviation sector, which requires careful planning and documentation. The owner or operator of a foreign aircraft should contact the SHGM for more information on the registration process.
https://web.shgm.gov.tr/en/formlar/3910-index
Türkiye - 2.2.1 Istanbul International Airport
Airport Overview
Istanbul International Airport, located in Türkiye's largest city, Istanbul, is a prominent aviation hub connecting Europe, Asia, and beyond. Opened in 2018, the airport fully replaced Atatürk Airport on 2020 and has since become one of the busiest airports in the world.
The operations at Istanbul International Airport are vast and cover various aspects of air travel. It handles a significant volume of domestic and international flights, serving as a major transfer point for passengers traveling between continents. The airport features multiple terminal buildings, extensive runway capacity, and efficient ground handling services to accommodate the high passenger traffic and aircraft movements.
iGA (Istanbul Grand Airport) is an airport infrastructure contractor company, established in October 7, 2013 to construct the Istanbul Airport and operate it for 25 years. iGA Istanbul Airport is 35 km to the city center. The construction plan of the airport was divided into four phases. Within the scope of the first phase, currently there are three runways and a terminal building with a 90-million passenger capacity. When all phases are completed, iGA Istanbul Airport will offer flights to more than 300 destinations with an annual passenger capacity of 200 million.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Çatalca- Göktürk-Arnavutköy area |
Nearest Town or City |
Istanbul 54 KM |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Istanbul International Airport |
Latitude |
41.2768° N |
Longitude |
28.7301° E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
99 m / 325 ft |
IATA Code |
IST |
ICAO Code |
LTFM |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
IGA (Istanbul Grand Airport) |
Management Contact Person |
Mehmet Cengiz, iGA Executive Board Chairman |
Open From (hours) |
24 hours |
Open To (hours) |
24 hours |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Istanbul International Airport, one of the busiest airports in the world, relies on a range of key companies to ensure smooth operations and excellent services. These companies play vital roles in various areas of airport management and services.
IGA Airport Operation Inc. is the main company responsible for the operation, construction, and maintenance of Istanbul International Airport. They oversee the overall management and day-to-day operations of the airport.
Ground handling services are provided by multiple companies, including Havaş and Çelebi Aviation. Havaş offers a wide range of ground handling services, such as passenger services, cargo handling, and aircraft ramp services. Çelebi Aviation also provides comprehensive ground handling solutions, including passenger, baggage, and cargo handling. In addition, various airlines operate from Istanbul International Airport, including Turkish Airlines, which serves as the national carrier.
Various airlines operate from IST, below find the exhaustive list:
https://istanbul-international-airport.com/flights/airlines/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
425,852 |
35,487.67 |
1,183 |
Total Passengers |
64.5 million |
5.4 million |
179,216.87 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
4,500,000 MT |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
1,504,372 |
125,364.30 |
4,178.81 |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
no |
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Runways
IST Airport currently has 5 runways, all of which are capable of handling the largest aircraft in the world. Once fully completed by 2027, the airport will have nine runways.
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3,750 (m) X 45 (m) |
Orientation |
16L/ 34R |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #2 |
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Runway Dimensions |
4,100 (m) X 45 (m) |
Orientation |
17R/ 35L |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #3 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3,060 (m) X 45 (m) |
Orientation |
18/ 36 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #4 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3,750 (m) X 60 (m) |
Orientation |
16R/ 34L |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #5 |
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Runway Dimensions |
4,100 (m) X 60 (m) |
Orientation |
17L/ 35R |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Istanbul International Airport boasts a modern and well-maintained airfield, equipped with state-of-the-art equipment and infrastructure. The airport features multiple runways capable of accommodating various types of aircraft, including the world's largest passenger and cargo planes. The runways are regularly maintained to meet international safety standards, ensuring smooth take-offs and landings for carriers and passengers.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
CAT III operation all runways |
Yes |
A-SMGCS Level 4 |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
No limit |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
No limit |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
350 parking positions |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
4.5 Million MT |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
30 MT |
Max Height (m) |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information
Customs work form 9am to 8 pm mon-sat.
At Istanbul International Airport (IST), both cargo and passenger activities are subjected to customs procedures. The time taken for customs clearance can vary based on factors such as the volume of cargo and passenger traffic, as well as the complexity of the goods being transported. Transit at IST airport can take up to 3 working days as cargo is thoroughly inspected and any discrepancy on documentations needs amendment.
It is recommended to work closely with customs brokers or shipping agents to ensure accurate documentation and timely processing. Customs offices are located within the airport premises, typically in dedicated areas near the cargo terminals or in the arrivals and departures halls for passengers. The operating hours of customs offices are designed to align with flight schedules, ensuring coverage for both cargo and passenger activities. For specific information on customs procedures, operating hours, and any additional requirements, it is best to consult the official website of the Turkish Customs and Trade Ministry (https://www.trade.gov.tr/) or contact the Istanbul International Airport customs authorities directly.
Storage Facilities
Istanbul International Airport offers modern and efficient storage facilities to handle various types of cargo and goods. The airport provides both bonded and non-bonded storage options to cater to different logistics requirements. Bonded storage facilities are available for goods in transit or those under customs control, allowing for temporary storage until customs procedures are completed. Non-bonded storage facilities are suitable for general cargo storage needs. Current capacity is 4,5 million tonnes. It will reach 5.5 million tonnes capacity by 2028.
When utilizing the storage facilities, proper documentation and compliance with customs regulations are crucial. Cargo owners or their authorized representatives should provide accurate and complete documentation related to the stored goods, including invoices, packing lists, and customs declarations. Payment for storage services is typically handled based on the duration of storage and the volume of the goods stored. The exact payment procedures may vary depending on the specific storage provider or agreement between the parties involved.
Regarding taxes, customs duties, and other levies, they may be applicable depending on the nature of the goods, their origin, and the purpose of storage. It is important to be aware of potential tax obligations and consult with customs authorities or tax experts for guidance.
It is worth noting that specific details regarding capacity, documentation requirements, payment processes, taxes, and security measures at Istanbul International Airport's storage facilities may change over time. Therefore, for the most accurate and up-to-date information, it is advisable to consult the official airport website or the relevant storage providers at the airport such as Havaş and Çelebi Aviation.
Overall cargo terminal information:
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1.4 million m2 Total area
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176,784 m2 Total bonded temporary warehouse
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9,000 m2 total cold chain warehouse
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5,000 m2 Total valuable properly and livelihood areas
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29 aircraft parking
Airfield Costs
For airfield costs refer to
https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Lists/UcretTarifeleri/Attachments/64/2023_Airport_Charges.pdf
On the above you can find the charges for Turkish and foreign registered aircraft using Turkish International Airports operated by DHMI for landing, parking, approach and lighting services on their international flights.
Navigation Charges
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
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0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
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Landing USD - $ |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros /tonnes |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonnes |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonnes |
Night Landing USD - $ |
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Night Take-Off USD - $ |
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Parking |
3.06 (euro/tonnes – 24 hours) |
3.06 (euro/tonnes – 24 hours) |
3.06 (euro/tonnes – 24 hours) |
Handling Charges |
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FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
Fuel is transported by sea and iGA Refueling Port was made operational along the coast of the Black Sea. A saving of 41% was achieved regarding costs through transportation by sea. A breakwater with a length of 650 meters was constructed of rock and concrete in the Refueling Port so as to protect vessels approaching the port from the wild waves of Black Sea as it takes 24 hours for those vessels to discharge the fuel. 10 tanks with a total capacity of 300,000 cubic meters are available at IST airport.
Through its 519 fuelling pits when an aircraft needs to be re-fuelled, a ground crew member will connect a hose from a hydrant to the aircraft's fuel tank. The fuel is then pumped into the aircraft under pressure. The fuel cost are updated every 30 days.
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
$0.547 |
Avgas |
N/A |
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
10 Bonded Warehouses: Turkish Cargo, DHL Express, UPS, Celebi, Havas, S Sistem, MNG Airlines, PTTC, Trendyol & Fedex (Under Construction).
4 Unbonded Warehouses: Barsan Global Logistics, DHL Global, Unsped Customs Brokerage, Fevzi Gandur Logistics.
97 Cargo Agencies and Custom Brokerage
2 Cargo Transportation Cooperative
Terminal charges: https://www.turkishcargo.com/en/online-services/terminal-charges
Export : https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-istanbul-export-price-list.pdf
Import: https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-istanbul-import-price-list.pdf
Import Charges
Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
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Handling Charge |
88 $ / per service |
Break Bulk Fee |
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Diplomatic Mail |
Free of charge |
Strong Room – per consignment |
1 Day - 131 $ + 0.162 $ * KG * number of days 2 Day - 131 $ + 0.174 $* KG * number of days 3 Day - 131 $ + 0.186 $ * KG * number of days 4 Day - 131 $ + 0.199 $ * KG * number of days 5-14 Days - 131 $ + 0.212 $ * KG * number of days 15-30 Days - 131 $ + 0.224 $ * KG * number of days31 and More Days - 131 $ + 0.249 $* KG * number of days |
Cold Storage Fee |
1 Day - 131 $ + 0.162 $ * KG * number of days 2 Day - 131 $ + 0.174 $* KG * number of days 3 Day - 131 $ + 0.186 $ * KG * number of days 4 Day - 131 $ + 0.199 $ * KG * number of days 5-14 Days - 131 $ + 0.212 $ * KG * number of days 15-30 Days - 131 $ + 0.224 $ * KG * number of days31 and More Days - 131 $ + 0.249 $* KG * number of days |
Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
Weekdays (Monday - Friday) Between 17:01 - 19:00 (US$ 125) Between 19:01 - 21:00 (US$ 156) Between 21:01 - 24:00 (US$ 217) Between 00:01 - 07:59 (US$ 309)
Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) Between 08:00 - 17:00 (US$ 175) Between 17:01 - 19:00 (US$ 270) Between 19:01 - 21:00 (US$ 309) Between 21:01 - 24:00 (US$ 372) Between 00:01 - 07:59 (US$ 433)
Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays Between 08:00 - 17:00 (US$ 248) Between 17:01 - 19:00 (US$ 309) Between 19:01 - 21:00 (US$ 372) Between 21:01 - 24:00 (US$ 433) Between 00:01 - 07:59 (US$ 496)
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
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Storage per Day |
83 $ + 0.078 $ * KG * 1 DAY 83 $ + 0.097 $ * KG * 2 DAY 83 $ + 0.107 $ * KG * 3 DAY 83 $ + 0.121 $ * KG * 4 DAY 5-14 Days - 83 $ + 0.144 $ * KG * number of days 15-30 Days - 83 $ + 0.151 $ * KG * number of days 31 and More Days - 83 $ + 0.164 $ * KG * number of days |
Export |
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Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
1680 TL / US$ 62.09 |
International Air Waybill |
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Local Air Waybill |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
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Diplomatic Mail |
Whilst no fee will be applied to the cargoes with diplomatic content, cargoes coming for the consulates with no diplomatic content will be subject to normal cargo tariff. |
Storage Charges per Day |
US$ 0.17 * KG * number of days (Minimum 2205 TL / US$ 81.49) |
Cargo Acceptance fees |
Normal Cargo Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) – 1155 TL / US$ 40.84 Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) - 1470 TL / US$ 54.33 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 - 1785 TL / US$ 65.97 Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - 855 TL /US$ 31.60
Live Animal Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) – 1540 TL / US$ 56.91 Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) – (08:00 - 17:00) – 1890 TL/ US$ 69.85 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 – 3205 TL/ US$ 118.44 Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend – 3205 TL / US$ 118.44
Frigorific Cargoes (Food Products) Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) – US$ 51.74 + (US$ 0.082 * Kg) Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) – US$ 69.85 + (US$ 0.082 * Kg) 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 - 2723 TL + (US$ 0.082 * Kg) Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - 2723 TL + (US$ 0.082 * Kg) Dangerous and Valuable Cargoes Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) - US$ 56.91 + (US$ 0.089 * Kg * number of days) Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) - US$ 69.85 + (US$ 0.089 * Kg * number of days) 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 – US$ 118.44 + (US$ 0.089 * Kg * number of days) Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - US$ 118.44 + (US$ 0.089 * Kg * number of days)
Frigorific Cargoes (Pharmaceuticals, Medical Materials, Chemical Substances ) Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) – US$ 56.91+ (US$ 0.14 * Kg * number of days) Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) – US$ 69.85+ (US$ 0.14 * Kg * number of days) 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 – US$ 118.44 + (US$ 0.14 * Kg * number of days) Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - US$ 118.44 + (US$ 0.14 * Kg * number of days)
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AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
The duration for passenger boarding bridge service begins with aircraft parking and ends with push-back from the bridge. The maximum duration for passenger boarding bridge service is 2 hours. When this duration is exceeded, the charge will be increased by 25% per each half an hour.
The charge for passenger boarding bridge is calculated on half-hour charge basis per half an hour as specified in the chart. If the duration is less than half an hour, half an hour is charged. If the duration exceeds an hour, no charge is applied to first 15 minutes after an hour.
The charges are not implemented for:
Aircraft carrying aid material and personnel for Search and Rescue, natural disasters, and humanitarian aid.
Aircraft carrying Heads of States on their official visits.
Aircraft belonging to national public state entities and organizations (except the aircraft belonging to universities and aircraft used within the scope of service procurement contracts of public state entities and organizations).
Foreign military aircraft on condition of reciprocity.
Aircraft declared as exempt from the charges by Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure.
Passenger Boarding Bridge fare to any aircraft that could not take off due to meteorological conditions or in case the RWYs are closed to air traffic for a duration exceeding 2 hours.
For the exceeding period if the aircraft exceeds the waiting duration of 2 hours as connected to the passenger boarding bridge having accomplished all procedures and asked for take-off permission to start the engines but granted no permission by the ATC Tower in return.
Security
The security of the airport is ensured by Police and DHMI Security for the purposes of National Civil Aviation Security Programme. All implementations about security are implemented as part of the Private Security Law 5188.
Türkiye - 2.2.2 Izmir International Airport
Airport Overview
İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport (IATA: ADB, ICAO: LTBJ) which is the fourth busiest airport in the country, serving İzmir and most of the surrounding provinces in Türkiye. It is named after former Turkish prime minister Adnan Menderes. The airport has two runways and two terminals. Türkiye’s fifth largest airport in terms of passenger numbers.
Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport is situated south of the city. The airport is located in the Gaziemir district, part of the Izmir Province, and can be reached via the Otoyol 30 (O-30) and Otoyol 31 (O-31) motorways.
The airport has two interconnected terminals, the international terminal (opened in 2006) is located just north of the domestic terminal (opened in 2014).
Airport website: https://adnanmenderesairport.com/en-EN/about-tav-airports/page/terminal-information
Airport Location and Contact
Country |
Türkiye |
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Province or District |
Gaziemir district |
Nearest Town or City |
TOWN NAME İzmir DISTANCE (18 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
İzmir Adnan Menderes Airport İzmir Adnan Menderes Havalimanı |
Latitude |
38°17′26″N |
Longitude |
027°09′19″E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
412 ft / 126 m |
IATA Code |
ADB |
ICAO Code |
LTBJ |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
TAV Airports |
Management Contact Person |
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Open From (hours) |
24 Hours |
Open To (hours) |
24 Hours |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Ground Handling Services
The below aircraft services are provided by HAVAŞ, TGS, and ÇELEBİ at the Izmir airport terminal.
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Representation
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Passenger Traffic
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Load Control, Communication
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Ramp, Cargo, Post, Aircraft Cleaning, Unit Loading Equipment Controls
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Supervision and Management Services
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Flight Operation
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Transport
List of ground handling companies can be found from this link: https://adnanmenderesairport.com/en-en/business-airlines/page/ground-handling-services
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
The updated performance statistics for Turkish airports can be found from this link https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/EN/Statistics.aspx
Performance for 2022
|
Per Year |
---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
Domestic: 36,583 International: 25,731 Total: 62,314 |
Total Passengers |
Domestic: 6,074,056 International: 3,760,522 Total: 9,834,578 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
|
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Domestic: 23,280 MT International: 3,560 MT Total: 26,840 MT |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
Runway # 34R/16L |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (3,240m) X Width (45 m) |
Orientation |
34R/16L |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway # 34L/16R |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (3,240m) X Width (45 m) |
Orientation |
34L/16R |
Surface |
Concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
No Restrictions |
||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
No Restrictions |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
N/A |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
1200 m² indoor and 600 m² outdoor space |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
||
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
There are depots for radioactive materials, valuable items and cold storage, and also offices of private cargo agents within the cargo terminal. Turkish Airlines Cargo, PTT, Customs Directorships building, and the offices of the cargo agents and customs brokers are located inside the complex. Import and export warehouses are located within the cargo complex as well.
Havaş warehouse in Izmir Adnan Menderes Airport has 1200 m² indoor and 600 m² outdoor space. Havaş warehouse consists of two sections Export and Import.
For the temperature sensitive controlled cargo
-
There is a climate-controlled storage of 10 m2 /22 m3 for temperatures between +2/+8 C
-
There is a climate-controlled storage of 5 m2 /10 m3 for temperatures between -2/+18 C
-
There is a climate-controlled storage of 60 m2 /212 m3 temperatures between +5/+25 C
For cargo containing dangerous goods, there is a valuable DGR room of 5 m2/10 m3
Izmir Price list: https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-ankara-izmir-antalya-export-price-list.pdf
Contact
Atatürk Airport Cargo Terminal next to the Customs House, 34194 Yeşilköy / Istanbul, Türkiye
Phone : 0212 465 57 00 (pbx)
Fax : 0212 465 45 95
E-Mail : antrepoithalat@havas.net
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
All airport charges as issued by the TÜRKİYE GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF STATE AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (DHMI) for the year 2023 can be found at this link: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
|
Price per Litre USD - $ (July 2023) |
---|---|
Jet A-1 |
$0.547 |
Avgas |
N/A |
Security
The security in Izmir airport is managed by the National Police and DHMI Security. The security level is normal. all accesses for passengers, freight, services, and maintenance units are controlled, CCTV covers all sides of the airport, and all official personnel are required to wear identification badges. Passenger monitoring and luggage X-rays are in place at all access points before accessing the flight’s check-in terminal.
Türkiye - 2.2.3 Antalya International Airport
Airport Overview
Antalya Airport (IATA: AYT, ICAO: LTAI) (Turkish: Antalya Havalimanı) is a major international airport located 13 km (8.1 mi) northeast of the city center of Antalya. It handled 31,210,119 passengers in 2022, making it the second-busiest airport in Türkiye after Istanbul Airport. The airport has two international terminals and one domestic terminal. Antalya airport is among the top 50 busiest airports in the world by passenger numbers in 2021.
Webpage: https://www.antalya-airport.aero/homepage
Airport Location and Contact
Country |
Türkiye |
---|---|
Province or District |
Antalya |
Nearest Town or City |
TOWN NAME Antalya DISTANCE (13 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Antalya Airport (Turkish: Antalya Havalimanı) |
Latitude |
36°54′01″N |
Longitude |
30°47′34″E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
177 ft / 54 m |
IATA Code |
AYT |
ICAO Code |
LTAI |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
Fraport TAV Antalya Airport Terminal A.S. |
Management Contact Person |
Durdali Savkar Airport manager |
Open From (hours) |
24/7 |
Open To (hours) |
24/7 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Ground/Cargo Handlers servicing Antalya Airport
-
Havas Ground Handling Co.
-
Çelebi Ground Handling
-
MNG Airlines
-
Turkish Ground Services (TGS)
Fuel & Oil Suppliers servicing Antalya Airport
-
Shell Aviation
-
Istanbul Jet
-
OMV Group
-
Skytanking
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
|
Per Year |
---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
Domestic: 34,670 International: 150,216 Total: 184,886 |
Total Passengers |
Domestic: 5,841,536 International: 25,266,645 Total: 31,108,181 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
|
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Domestic: 6,054 International: 5,524 Total: 11,578 |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
Runway 18R/36L |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (2990 m) X Width (45m) |
Orientation |
18R/36L |
Surface |
concrete |
Runway 18C/36C |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (3400 m) X Width (45 m) |
Orientation |
18C/36C |
Surface |
concrete |
Runway 18L/36R |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (3400 m) X Width (45 m) |
Orientation |
18L/36R |
Surface |
concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
No restrictions |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
No restrictions |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
N/A |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
|
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
||
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
||
Other Comments |
|
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
Havaş warehouse
Export Cargo:
Temperature-controlled storage facilities:
-
64 m2 /150 m3 of temperature-controlled storage between +2 / +8 C
-
19 m2 /45 m3 of temperature-controlled storage between -18 / -5 C
-
30 m2 /70 m3 of temperature-controlled storage between +15 / +25 C
For valuable cargoes.
-
11 m2 /22 m3 of valuable goods storage.
For cargo containing dangerous goods;
-
11 m2 /22 m3 DGR room.
HAVAŞ export operations warehouse service tariff: https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-ankara-izmir-antalya-export-price-list.pdf
Import Cargo:
Temperature-controlled storage facilities:
-
64 m2 /150 m3 of temperature-controlled storage between +2 / +8 C
-
19 m2 /45 m3 of temperature-controlled storage between -18 / -5 C
-
30 m2 /70 m3 of temperature-controlled storage between +15 / +25 C
For valuable cargoes.
-
11 m2 /22 m3 of valuable goods storage.
For cargo containing dangerous goods.
-
11 m2 /22 m3 DGR room.
HAVAŞ import operations warehouse service tariff: https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-ankara-izmir-antalya-import-price-list.pdf
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
All airport charges as issued by the TÜRKİYE GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF STATE AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (DHMI) for the year 2023 can be found at this link: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
|
Price per Litre USD - $ (July 2023) |
Jet A-1 |
|
Avgas |
N/A |
Security
The security in Antalya airport is managed by the National Police, Private security companies and DHMI Security. The security level is normal. all accesses for passengers, freight, services, and maintenance units are controlled, CCTV covers all sides of the airport, and all official personnel are required to wear identification badges. Passenger monitoring and luggage X-rays are in place at all access points before accessing the flight’s check-in terminal.
Türkiye - 2.2.4 Hatay Airport
Airport Overview
Hatay Airport is an international airport in Hatay Province, Türkiye, serving the cities of Antakya (25 km (16 mi) by road) and Iskenderun (45 km (28 mi).
The airport's only runway suffered catastrophic damage during the earthquake in February 2023, which caused the airport to close for traffic except for humanitarian, Governmental, Rescue missions and VIP flights.
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Hatay Province |
Nearest Town or City |
TOWN NAME: Antakya DISTANCE (25 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Hatay Airport Turkish: Hatay Havalimanı |
Latitude |
36°21′46″N |
Longitude |
36°16′56″E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
25 ft / 8 m |
IATA Code |
HTY |
ICAO Code |
LTDA |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
DHMİ (State Airports Authority) |
Management Contact Person |
Caner Gazi Concu Airport manager |
Open From (hours) |
24/7 |
Open To (hours) |
24/7 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Ground/Cargo Handlers servicing Hatay Airport
-
Çelebi Ground Handling
Fuel & Oil Suppliers servicing
-
Turkish OPET – Total stock capacity: 130,000 LTR
-
POAS (Petrol Ofisi A.S) – Total stock capacity: 310,000 LTR
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
|
Per Year |
---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
Domestic: 6,018 International: 1,126 Total: 7,144 |
Total Passengers |
Domestic: 920,407 International: 137,807 Total: 1,058,214 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
Domestic: 77 International: 1 Total: 78 |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Before the earthquake it was 15 flight per day, after the earthquake it has been decreased to 2:3 flights/day – Humanitarian only. |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
Runway 4/22 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (3,000m it has been affected by the earthquake and reduced to be 2082m) X Width (45m) |
Orientation |
4/22 |
Surface |
Concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
4C & lower (limited body) |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
4C & lower (limited body) |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
420mX120m, accommodate 10 aircrafts |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
No storage area available |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
7 MT |
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
||
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
Customs Guidance
24H/day customs clearance available for passengers not for cargo.
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
No storage capacity/facility is available in the airport, however, if there are any humanitarian needs the airport management can arrange.
NAVIGATION CHARGES
All airport charges as issued by the TÜRKİYE GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF STATE AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (DHMI) for the year 2023 can be found at this link: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
|
Price per Litre USD - $ (July 2023) |
---|---|
Jet A-1 |
|
Avgas |
N/A |
Security
The security at Hatay Airport is managed by the National Police and DHMI Security. The security level is normal. all accesses for passengers, freight, services, and maintenance units are controlled, CCTV covers all sides of the airport, and all official personnel are required to wear identification badges. Passenger monitoring and luggage X-rays are in place at all access points before accessing the flight’s check-in terminal.
Türkiye - 2.2.5 Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport
Airport Overview
Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport is a public airport in Gaziantep, the passenger terminal covers an area of 5.799 m2 and has a parking lot for 400 cars. Gaziantep Airport is located 20 km away from the city centre.
Following the 2023 Turkey–Syria earthquake, Gaziantep became a major hub for humanitarian aid.
Airport website: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/Havalimani/Gaziantep/GenelBilgiler.aspx
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Gaziantep |
Nearest Town or City |
TOWN NAME Gaziantep DISTANCE (20 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport Turkish: Gaziantep Oğuzeli Uluslararası Havalimanı |
Latitude |
36°56′52″N |
Longitude |
37°28′44″E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
2316 ft/ 706 m |
IATA Code |
GZT |
ICAO Code |
LTAJ |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
DHMİ (State Airports Administrations) |
Management Contact Person |
Kemal DASTAN Airport manager 03425821111/ ext. 1010 |
Open From (hours) |
24/7 |
Open To (hours) |
24/7 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Ground/Cargo Handlers servicing Gaziantep Oğuzeli Airport
-
Havas Ground Handling Co.
-
NASCO
Fuel & Oil Suppliers servicing
-
Opet – Capacity: 600 Cubic meter
-
Petrol Ofisi – Capacity: 600 Cubic meter
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
|
Per Year |
---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
Domestic: 16412 International: 2350 Total: 18,762 |
Total Passengers |
Domestic: 2,019,436 International: 306,372 Total: 2,325,808 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
Domestic: 1561 International: 49 Total: 1610 |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
25,121 MT (for 2023 – including the humanitarian cargo received as a response for the earthquake). |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
Runway 10L/28R |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (3,000 m) X Width (48 m) |
Orientation |
10L/28R |
Surface |
Concrete |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
No restrictions for A-B-C Types, the airport also received E&D under the responsibility of the operating airline(s) |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
No restrictions for A-B-C Types, the airport also received E&D under the responsibility of the operating airline(s) |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
18 lots – only one lot for the big aircraft. |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
For cargo 1000 SQM divided into two facilities 600 SQM & 400 SQM. For cold storage: 1 MT capacity |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
||
Loading Ramps |
Yes |
||
Other Comments |
|
Customs Guidance
Customs clearance for cargo and passengers are done inside the airport for import and export shipments, also for humanitarian
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information Storage Facilities
There are two dry storage facilities with total capacity 1000 SQM, 600 SQM are dedicated for the domestics’ cargo and 400 SQM for the international cargo.
There is a temperature-controlled storage facility with 1 mt capacity.
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
All airport charges as issued by the TÜRKİYE GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF STATE AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (DHMI) for the year 2023 can be found at this link: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
|
Price per Litre USD - $ (July 2023) |
---|---|
Jet A-1 |
|
Avgas |
N/A |
Security
The security at Gaziantep Airport is managed by the National police, private security company and DHMI Security. The security level is normal. all accesses for passengers, freight, services, and maintenance units are controlled, CCTV covers all sides of the airport, and all official personnel are required to wear identification badges. Passenger monitoring and luggage X-rays are in place at all access points before accessing the flight’s check-in terminal.
Türkiye - 2.2.6 Trabzon International Airport
Airport Overview
Trabzon Airport, which has a total installed area of 1,377,244 m², has two terminals with a total of 26,870 m² of 3.5 million passenger/year capacity, including an international terminal of 9,590 m² and a domestic terminal of 17,280 m².
Airport Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Trabzon |
Nearest Town or City |
Trabzon, 0 km |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Trabzon Airport |
Latitude |
|
Longitude |
39°47′07″E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
104 ft/ 32 m |
IATA Code |
TZX |
ICAO Code |
LTCG |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
General Directorate of State Airports Authority DHMI |
Management Contact Person |
Mahmut KULELİ General Manager
|
Open From (hours) |
24hrs |
Open To (hours) |
24 hrs |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Ground handling services:
-
Havash
-
Celebi
Fuel & oil suppliers:
-
Opet – Capacity: 4500 Cubic meter
-
Petrol Ofisi – Capacity: 2500 Cubic meter
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
|
Per Year |
---|---|
Total Aircraft Movements |
Domestic 16,966 international 6,529 total 23,495 |
Total Passengers |
Domestic 2,485,126 international 700,103 total 3,185,229 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
10,000 MT |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Domestic 863MT international 64MT total 927MT |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
Runway #1 |
|
---|---|
Runway Dimensions |
Length (2640m) X Width (45m) |
Orientation |
11/29 |
Surface |
asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There is no dedicated helicopter pad however, helicopter can park in the parking that fit for 17 airplanes.
Helipad #1 |
|
---|---|
Present |
No |
Largest Helicopter that can Land |
|
Width and Length (m) |
|
Surface |
|
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
no |
Terminal Building |
yes |
Single Point Refueling |
yes |
Passenger Terminal |
yes |
Air Starter Units |
yes |
Cargo terminal |
yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
yes |
Ground Handling Services |
yes |
Control Tower |
yes |
Latrine Servicing |
yes |
Weather Facilities |
yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
yes |
Catering Services |
yes |
De-icing Equipment |
yes |
Base Operating Room |
yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
yes |
Airport Radar |
yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
yes |
NDB |
yes |
VOR |
yes |
ILS |
yes |
|
|
Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
|||
---|---|---|---|
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
Up to 4D type |
||
Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
4D type |
||
Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
Can fit 17 airplanes |
||
Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
4000 Sqm closed area and 7000sqm open area |
||
Handling Equipment |
|||
Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes/3 |
Max Capacity (MT) |
7.5 mt |
Max Height (m) |
|
||
Loading Ramps |
yes |
||
Other Comments |
1 forklift 4.5 mt capacity |
Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
The airport has 4000 sqm closed storage facility and 7000 sqm of open area
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
All airport charges as issued by the TÜRKİYE GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF STATE AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (DHMI) for the year 2023 can be found at this link: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
|
Price per Litre USD - $ |
---|---|
Jet A-1 |
|
Avgas |
N/A |
Security
The security at Trabzon Airport is managed by the National Police and DHMI Security. The security level is normal. all accesses for passengers, freight, services, and maintenance units are controlled, CCTV covers all sides of the airport, and all official personnel are required to wear identification badges. Passenger monitoring and luggage X-rays are in place at all access points before accessing the flight’s check-in terminal.
Türkiye - 2.2.7 Ankara Esenboğa International Airport
Airport Overview
Ankara Esenboğa Airport (IATA: ESB, ICAO: LTAC) (Turkish: Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı) is the international airport of Ankara, the capital city of Türkiye. It has been operating since 1955. In 2017, the airport has served more than 15 million passengers in total, 13 million of which were domestic passengers. It ranked 4th in terms of total passenger traffic (after Atatürk Airport, Antalya Airport, and Sabiha Gökçen Airport), and 3rd in terms of domestic passenger traffic (after Atatürk Airport and Sabiha Gökçen Airport) among airports in Türkiye.
The airport operates round the clock, providing a wide range of services to passengers and airlines. ESB Airport is a hub for AnadoluJet and Turkish Airlines. It features multiple terminals, each catering to specific domestic and international flights. The terminals are equipped with amenities like check-in counters, security checkpoints, duty-free shops, restaurants, and lounges to ensure a comfortable travel experience.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Ankara Province |
Nearest Town or City |
Located at Esenboğa town Northeast of Ankara, DISTANCE (28 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Ankara Esenboğa Airport (IATA: ESB, ICAO: LTAC) (Turkish: Ankara Esenboğa Havalimanı) |
Latitude |
39.92077 |
Longitude |
32.85411 |
Elevation (ft and m) |
3,125 ft / 953 m |
IATA Code |
ESB |
ICAO Code |
LTAC |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
TAV Airports General Directorate of State Airports (DHMİ) |
Management Contact Person |
Email: info_esb@tav.aero Phone: +90 (0)312 590 4000 Fax: +90 (0)312 590 4041 Call Center. 0850 222 9828 |
Open From (hours) |
24 hours |
Open To (hours) |
24 hours |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
TAV Airports Holding takes charge of managing the overall operations and infrastructure of Ankara International Airport. As a leading airport operator, TAV brings extensive expertise in enhancing passenger experience, optimizing facilities, and implementing innovative solutions.
Ground handling services are efficiently handled by companies like Havas and Celebi. Havas offers a range of ground handling services, including baggage handling, passenger assistance, ramp services, and cargo handling. Celebi, another prominent ground handling company, specializes in aircraft cleaning, catering, and cargo operations, ensuring the efficient flow of services on the ground.
Furthermore, various airlines operate within the airport, providing domestic and international connectivity. Turkish Airlines, the national flag carrier, plays a prominent role in offering a wide network of flights from Ankara to destinations worldwide. Other airlines operating at Ankara International Airport include Pegasus Airlines, SunExpress, and AnadoluJet, contributing to the diverse routes available for travelers.
In addition to these key companies, there are various retail and dining establishments within the airport. Duty-free shops like Dufry and ATU Duty Free provide a wide selection of products for travelers to enjoy tax-free shopping. Additionally, numerous food and beverage outlets, such as cafes and restaurants, cater to the culinary needs of passengers.
Together, these companies collaborate to ensure efficient airport operations, excellent passenger services, and a seamless travel experience for all visitors passing through Ankara International Airport.
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
71,355 |
5,946 |
198 |
Total Passengers |
8.6 million |
723,299.50 |
24,109.98 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
30 million |
2.5 million |
83,333.33 |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
13,776 |
1,147.96 |
38.27 |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
No |
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In early 2023 TAV Airports won the contract to expand and operate Ankara Esenboğa Airport from 2025 to 2050. They will invest €300 million to enhance the airport, beginning with the construction of a new runway, traffic control tower, and cargo facilities by 2023. This initial phase will be completed in 36 months. The subsequent phase involves extending the terminal and is anticipated to be finished by 2040, based on traffic growth. TAV also intends to establish a 5 MW solar energy farm to align with its sustainability goals. The total investment amounts to approximately €300 million, with €210 million allocated for the first phase and €90 million for the second phase.
Runways
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3,750 (m) X 60 (m) |
Orientation |
(03R/21L) |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Runway #2 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3,750 (m) X 45 (m) |
Orientation |
(03L/21R) |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
There are 4 helipads available at the ESB airport. Apron 1 and 2 for government, 3 and 4 are private.
Helipad #1 & 2 |
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Present |
Yes – for government use |
Largest Helicopter that can Land |
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Width and Length (m) |
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Surface |
Asphalt |
Helipad #3 & 4 |
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Present |
Yes – for private use |
Largest Helicopter That Can Land |
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Width and Length (m) |
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Surface |
Asphalt |
Airport Infrastructure Details
The airfield at Ankara International Airport boasts modern infrastructure and is carefully maintained to ensure smooth operations. The equipment at the airfield is regularly inspected and well-maintained to meet industry standards. Carriers have reported minimal issues regarding the airfield's functionality, highlighting its efficient layout and well-maintained runways, taxiways, and aprons.
As part of ongoing improvements, there are plans for future upgrades at the airport. These enhancements aim to further optimize operations and accommodate increasing traffic demands. Planned upgrades include the construction of a new runway (Ongoing, expected to be completed on 2025), an expansion of the terminal to enhance passenger capacity, and the addition of state-of-the-art traffic control systems. These improvements are expected to bolster the overall efficiency and convenience of Ankara International Airport.
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
TBC |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
N/A |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
N/A |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
There are various storage facilities available from 8 different service providers at ESB facilities.
E.g.: Havaş warehouse in Ankara Esenboğa Airport has a space of 707 m2
Turkish Cargo 2 to 8 degrees - 203 M3 -20 degrees – 198 m3 |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
17 MT |
Max Height (m) |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
Many forklifts available with the 4 ground handlers. There are other companies available for warehousing at airport facilities. |
Customs Guidance
Customs activities related to cargo operations at Ankara International Airport are executed with efficiency and adherence to regulations, ensuring a smooth flow of goods. The duration of customs clearance for cargo shipments at the airport typically depends on various factors such as the complexity of the cargo, documentation accuracy, and volume of incoming or outgoing shipments.
To facilitate smooth interactions with customs officials, it is crucial for cargo operators to have all the required documentation in order, including commercial invoices, packing lists, and relevant permits or licenses. Working closely with customs brokers or freight forwarders experienced in cargo customs procedures can also be beneficial.
The customs offices for cargo operations are conveniently located within the cargo area of the airport, providing easy access for cargo handlers and customs officials. The operating hours of the customs offices is from Monday - Friday: 08:00 - 12:00. However, it is recommended to verify the specific operating hours by visiting the website of Ankara International Airport or contacting the customs authority directly.
ESB airport has a license that enables then to clear cargoes from various origins prior to shipment to European countries.
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
There are various storage facilities available from 8 different service providers at ESB facilities.
General cargo, Temp control and Bonded warehouses are available.
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
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0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
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Landing USD - $ |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonne |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonne |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonne |
Night Landing USD - $ |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Parking |
3.06 (euro/tonne – 24 hours) |
3.06 (euro/tonne – 24 hours) |
3.06 (euro/tonne – 24 hours) |
Handling Charges |
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COMMENTS |
Changes may vary if charged by government or TAV. Depends on where aircraft parks, etc. |
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https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
There are 2 petrol companies available at ESB, the fuel charges are updated every 15 days and a mark up is added by the suppliers.
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
$0.547 |
Avgas |
N/A |
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
80% of cargo charters are handled by Turkish Cargo at ESB. There are 2 types of tariffs winter and summer tariff (higher during summer). Its revised based on number of passengers transiting at the airport. Turkish cargo does not provide rates to individual requestors, all requests should come through a broker. About 100 different brokers deal with Turkish Cargo at ESB.
There are other ground handlers at the airport, ground/cargo Handling charges for the aircraft are changed based on the carrier’s agreements, aircraft type and requirements.
Export: https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-ankara-izmir-antalya-export-price-list.pdf
Import: https://havas.net/files/fileupload/content/havas-ankara-izmir-antalya-import-price-list.pdf
Import Charges |
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Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
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Handling Charge |
38 $ / per service |
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Break Bulk Fee |
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Diplomatic Mail |
Free of charge |
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Strong Room – per consignment |
1 Day - 150 $ + 0.092 $ * KG * number of days 2, 3 & 4 Day - 150 $ + 0.172 $ * KG * number of days 5-14 Days - 150 $ + 0.218 $ * KG * number of days 15-30 Days - 150 $ + 0.287 $ * KG * number of days31 and More Days - 150 $ + 0.287 $ * KG * number of days |
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Cold Storage Fee |
1 Day - 150 $ + 0.092 $ * KG * number of days 2, 3 & 4 Day - 150 $ + 0.172 $ * KG * number of days 5-14 Days - 150 $ + 0.218 $ * KG * number of days 15-30 Days - 150 $ + 0.287 $ * KG * number of days31 and More Days - 150 $ + 0.287 $ * KG * number of days |
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Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
Weekdays (Monday - Friday) Between 17:01 - 19:00 (US$ 83) Between 19:01 - 21:00 (US$ 109) Between 21:01 - 24:00 (US$ 164) Between 00:01 - 07:59 (US$ 164)
Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (US$ 164)
Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays - (US$ 219)
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
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Storage per Day |
74 $ + 0.069 $ * KG * 1 DAY 74 $ + 0.080 $ * KG * 2 DAY 74 $ + 0.087 $ * KG * 3 DAY 74 $ + 0.127 $ * KG * 4 DAY 5-14 Days - 74 $ + 0.138 $ * KG * number of days 15-30 Days - 74 $ + 0.161 $ * KG * number of days 31 and More Days - 74 $ + 0.172 $ * KG *number of days |
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Export |
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Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
707 TL / US$ 26.13 |
Original values in Turkish Lira. |
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International Air Waybill |
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Local Air Waybill |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
190 TL / US$7.02 |
Original values in Turkish Lira. |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
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Diplomatic Mail |
Whilst no fee will be applied to the cargoes with diplomatic content, cargoes coming for the consulates with no diplomatic content will be subject to normal cargo tariff |
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Storage Charges per Day |
US$ 0.098 * KG * number of days (Minimum 812 TL / US$ 30 ) |
Grace period (Hours) – 72 hours. Original values in Turkish Lira. |
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Cargo Acceptance fees |
Normal Cargo Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) - 500 TL / US$ 18.48 Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) - 755 TL / US$ 27.90 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 - 855 TL / US$ 31.60 Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - 855 TL / US$ 31.60
Live Animal Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) – 700 TL / US$ 25.87 Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) – (08:00 - 17:00) – 855 TL / US$ 31.60 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 – 1030 TL / US$ 38.10 Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend – 1030 TL / US$ 38.10
Dangerous and Valuable Cargoes Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) - US$ 25.87 + (US$ 0.033 * Kg * number of days) Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) – US$ 31.60 + (US$ 0.033 * Kg * number of days) 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 - US$ 38.06 + (US$ 0.033 * Kg * number of days) Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - US$ 38.06 + (US$ 0.033 * Kg * number of days)
Frigorific Cargoes Working Hours (08:00 - 17:00) - US$ 25.87 + (US$ 0.026 * Kg * number of days) Working Hours (17:01 - 19:00) / Weekend (Saturday - Sunday) (08:00 - 17:00) - US$ 31.60 + (US$ 0.026 * Kg * number of days) 19:01 - 24:00 / 00:01 - 07:59 - US$ 38.06 + (US$ 0.026 * Kg * number of days) Religious Festivals and Bank Holidays / After 19:01 at the Weekend - US$ 38.06 + (US$ 0.026 * Kg * number of days) |
Cargo Acceptance Fee shall be paid per declaration. Original values in Turkish Lira. |
AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
The duration for passenger boarding bridge service begins with aircraft parking and ends with push-back from the bridge. The maximum duration for passenger boarding bridge service is 2 hours. When this duration is exceeded, the charge will be increased by 25% per each half an hour.
The charge for passenger boarding bridge is calculated on half-hour charge basis per half an hour as specified in the chart. If the duration is less than half an hour, half an hour is charged. If the duration exceeds an hour, no charge is applied to first 15 minutes after an hour.
The charges are not implemented for:
Aircraft carrying aid material and personnel for Search and Rescue, natural disasters, and humanitarian aid.
Aircraft carrying Heads of States on their official visits.
Aircraft belonging to national public state entities and organizations (except the aircraft belonging to universities and aircraft used within the scope of service procurement contracts of public state entities and organizations).
Foreign military aircraft on condition of reciprocity.
Aircraft declared as exempt from the charges by Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure.
Passenger Boarding Bridge fare to any aircraft that could not take off due to meteorological conditions or in case the RWYs are closed to air traffic for a duration exceeding 2 hours.
For the exceeding period if the aircraft exceeds the waiting duration of 2 hours as connected to the passenger boarding bridge having accomplished all procedures and asked for take-off permission to start the engines but granted no permission by the ATC Tower in return.
Security
The security of the airport is ensured by Police and DHMI Security for the purposes of National Civil Aviation Security Programme. All implementations about security are implemented as part of the Private Security Law 5188.
Ankara Esenboğa International Airport is equipped with sophisticated security systems including 52 X-ray systems and 52 metal gate detectors. There are 4,938 fire detectors and 435 fire call-points. The firefighting category at the airport is of CAT IX.
Türkiye - 2.2.8 Adana Şakirpaşa International Airport
Airport Overview
Adana Airport or Adana Şakirpaşa Airport (Turkish: Adana Havalimanı) is an international airport located in Adana, Türkiye. The airport serves mainly to Cilicia region and to a lesser extent the provinces surrounding Cilicia, due to its frequent domestic flight schedule and several flights to international destinations. it is the sixth-busiest airport in Türkiye.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Adana |
Nearest Town or City |
TOWN NAME: Adana DISTANCE (2.3 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Adana Şakirpaşa Airport |
Latitude |
36°58′55″N |
Longitude |
035°16′49″E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
65 ft / 20 m |
IATA Code |
ADA |
ICAO Code |
LTAF |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
General Directorate of State Airports (DHMİ) |
Management Contact Person |
Genco AKCAY Deputy Chief Manager |
Open From (hours) |
24/7 |
Open To (hours) |
24/7 |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
Ground/Cargo Handlers servicing Adana Sakirpasa Airport
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Havas Ground Handling Co.
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Turkish ground services (TGS)
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Çelebi Ground Handling
Fuel & Oil Suppliers servicing Adana Sakirpasa Airport
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THY OPET
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POAS (Petrol Ofisi A.S)
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
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Per Year |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
Domestic: 20,126 International: 6,966 Total: 27,092 |
Total Passengers |
Domestic: 3,228,701 International: 645,892 Total: 3,874,593 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
3,000,000 Passengers 44654743 MT |
Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
Domestic: 6,583 International: 1,515 Total: 8,099 MT |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
N/A |
Runways
Runway # 05/23 |
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Runway Dimensions |
Length (2,750m) X Width (45m) |
Orientation |
05/23 |
Surface |
Asphalt |
Helicopter Pad(s)
Helicopter can use the parking position inside the airport, it is 21 parking position with capacity is of 6254 SQM.
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
Yes |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
There is a limitation regarding the aircraft with large wings width (748 Boing & above), as the taxi lanes in the airport are limited which can affect the maneuver of the aircraft. It is required to communicate the type of aircraft in prior to the flight to get the approvals |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
There is a limitation regarding the aircraft with large wings width (4E & above), as the taxi lanes in the airport are limited which can affect the maneuver of the aircraft. It is required to communicate the type of aircraft prior to the flight to get the approvals |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
21 Parking position serves 250 aircraft per day |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
2800 m² temporary storage space covering a 2200 m² outdoor and 600 m² indoor space |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
N/A |
Max Height (m) |
N/A |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
2800 m² temporary storage space covering a 2200 m² outdoor and 600 m² indoor space, operating under Turkish airline cargo.
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
All airport charges as issued by the TÜRKİYE GENERAL DIRECTORATE OF STATE AIRPORTS AUTHORITY (DHMI) for the year 2023 can be found at this link: https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
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Price per Litre USD - $ - As of 1 August 2023 |
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Jet A-1 |
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Avgas |
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Security
The security at Adana Airport is managed by the National Police and DHMI Security. The security level is normal. all accesses for passengers, freight, services, and maintenance units are controlled, CCTV covers all sides of the airport, and all official personnel are required to wear identification badges. Passenger monitoring and luggage X-rays are in place at all access points before accessing the flight’s check-in terminal.
Türkiye - 2.2.9 Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport
Airport Overview
Istanbul Sabiha Gökçen International Airport (SAW) is one of two international airports serving Istanbul, the largest city in Türkiye. It is located on the Asian side of the city and serves as a hub for AnadoluJet and Pegasus Airlines.
One of the major bottlenecks at SAW is the access to and from the airport, which relies mainly on road transportation. The airport is connected to the city center by buses, taxis, and private shuttles, but there is no metro or rail service available yet. This can cause delays and frustration for travelers, especially during peak hours or bad weather.
Another issue that affects the airport's operations and customers is the security risk posed by terrorist attacks. In 2015, a bomb exploded in the apron area of the airport, killing one cleaner and injuring another. The airport has since increased its security measures, but this also means longer waiting times and stricter controls for passengers and staff.
Airport Location and Contact |
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Country |
Türkiye |
Province or District |
Pendik |
Nearest Town or City |
Pendik (12 km) Istanbul (45 km) |
Airport’s Complete Name |
Celebi |
Latitude |
21.1532° N |
Longitude |
94.1539° E |
Elevation (ft and m) |
312 ft / 95 m |
IATA Code |
SAW |
ICAO Code |
LTFJ |
Managing Company or Airport Authority |
HEAŞ (Airport Management & Aeronautical Industries Inc) |
Management Contact Person |
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Open From (hours) |
24 hours |
Open To (hours) |
24 hours |
Airport Picture
Description and Contacts of Key Companies
For more information on airport contacts, please see the following link: 4.5 Airport Companies Contact List.
Information on some aviation service providers can be found at: http://www.azfreight.com/
Sabiha International Airport, located in Istanbul, Türkiye, serves as a major hub for both domestic and international flights. Several key companies play vital roles in ensuring the smooth operation of the airport and providing essential services to passengers and airlines.
Sabiha International Airport in Istanbul, Türkiye, boasts a robust cargo operation facilitated by key companies responsible for various duties within its premises. One of these prominent players is Turkish Cargo, the national air cargo carrier of Türkiye. Turkish Cargo operates a state-of-the-art cargo terminal, handling the logistics, transportation, and customs clearance of a wide array of goods. Their extensive network and fleet ensure efficient and timely delivery of cargo worldwide.
Additionally, DHL Express, a global logistics leader, has a significant presence at Sabiha International Airport. DHL operates its state-of-the-art facility within the airport, enabling swift and reliable international shipping services. Their expansive network connects businesses and individuals across the globe, providing efficient door-to-door delivery solutions.
These key companies, Turkish Cargo, Celebi Ground Handling, and DHL Express, work cohesively to ensure the smooth functioning of cargo operations at Sabiha International Airport. Their specialized services and commitment to excellence contribute to the airport's reputation as a vital logistics hub, supporting local and international trade.
Passenger and Cargo Performance Indicator
Performance for 2022
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Per Year |
Per Month |
Per Day |
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Total Aircraft Movements |
200,233 |
16,686.08 |
556.20
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Total Passengers |
30,780,357 |
2,561,487.83 |
85,382.93 |
Total Capacity of the Airport (MT) |
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Current Activity of the Airport (MT) |
44,954 |
3,746.14 |
125 |
Current use by Humanitarian Flights (UNHAS) |
No |
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Runways
Runway #1 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3000 (m) X 45 (m) |
Orientation |
06L/24R |
Surface |
Concrete |
Runway #2 |
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Runway Dimensions |
3500 (m) X Width (m) |
Orientation |
06R/24L |
Surface |
Under construction |
Airport Infrastructure Details
Customs |
Yes |
JET A-1 fuel |
Yes |
Immigration |
Yes |
AVGAS 100 |
No |
Terminal Building |
Yes |
Single Point Refueling |
Yes |
Passenger Terminal |
Yes |
Air Starter Units |
Yes |
Cargo terminal |
Yes |
Ground Power (mobile) |
Yes |
Pax Transport to Airfield |
Yes |
Ground Handling Services |
Yes |
Control Tower |
Yes |
Latrine Servicing |
Yes |
Weather Facilities |
Yes |
Fire Fighting Category (ICAO) |
Yes |
Catering Services |
Yes |
De-icing Equipment |
Yes |
Base Operating Room |
Yes |
Parking Ramp Lighting |
Yes |
Airport Radar |
Yes |
Approach & Runway Lights |
Yes |
NDB |
Yes |
VOR |
Yes |
ILS |
Yes |
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Airport Operating Details
Operating Details |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Bulk Cargo |
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Maximum Sized Aircraft that can be Offloaded on Pallet |
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Total Aircraft Parking Area (m²) |
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Storage Area (m3 and MT) |
90,000 tonnes |
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Handling Equipment |
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Elevators / Hi Loaders |
Yes |
Max Capacity (MT) |
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Max Height (m) |
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Loading Ramps |
Yes |
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Other Comments |
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Customs Guidance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Storage Facilities
Airfield Costs
NAVIGATION CHARGES
Charges |
Aircraft Weight - MTOW (kg) |
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0 - 7,000 |
7,001 - 136,000 |
136,001 and over |
Navigation (per journey) USD - $ |
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Landing USD - $ |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonne |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonne |
Between 8.94 and 9.92 euros / tonne |
Night Landing USD - $ |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Night Take-Off USD - $ |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Same as above – additional lighting charges may apply. |
Parking |
3.06 (euro/tonne – 24 hours) |
3.06 (euro/tonne – 24 hours) |
3.06 (euro/tonne – 24 hours) |
Handling Charges |
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https://www.dhmi.gov.tr/Sayfalar/UcretTarifeleri.aspx
FUEL SERVICES CHARGES
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Price per Litre USD - $ |
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Jet A-1 |
$0.547 |
Avgas |
N/A |
CARGO TERMINAL CHARGES
Import Charges |
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Type of Charge |
Rate USD - $ per kg |
Comments |
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Handling Charge |
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Break Bulk Fee |
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Diplomatic Mail |
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Strong Room – per consignment |
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Cold Storage Fee |
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Delivery Outside Normal Working Hours |
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Preparation of substitute AOA – Invoice – Receipt |
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Storage per Day |
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Handling Charges – Un-palletized Cargo |
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International Air Waybill |
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Local Air Waybill |
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Air Way Bill Amendment - Cancellation |
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Air Way Bill Documentation |
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Diplomatic Mail |
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Storage Charges per Day |
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AIR-BRIDGE CHARGES
The duration for passenger boarding bridge service begins with aircraft parking and ends with push-back from the bridge. The maximum duration for passenger boarding bridge service is 2 hours. When this duration is exceeded, the charge will be increased by 25% per each half an hour.
The charge for passenger boarding bridge is calculated on half-hour charge basis per half an hour as specified in the chart. If the duration is less than half an hour, half an hour is charged. If the duration exceeds an hour, no charge is applied to first 15 minutes after an hour.
The charges are not implemented for:
Aircraft carrying aid material and personnel for Search and Rescue, natural disasters, and humanitarian aid.
Aircraft carrying Heads of States on their official visits.
Aircraft belonging to national public state entities and organizations (except the aircraft belonging to universities and aircraft used within the scope of service procurement contracts of public state entities and organizations).
Foreign military aircraft on condition of reciprocity.
Aircraft declared as exempt from the charges by Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure.
Passenger Boarding Bridge fare to any aircraft that could not take off due to meteorological conditions or in case the RWYs are closed to air traffic for a duration exceeding 2 hours.
For the exceeding period if the aircraft exceeds the waiting duration of 2 hours as connected to the passenger boarding bridge having accomplished all procedures and asked for take-off permission to start the engines but granted no permission by the ATC Tower in return.
Security
The security of the airport is ensured by Police and DHMI Security for the purposes of National Civil Aviation Security Programme. All implementations about security are implemented as part of the Private Security Law 5188.
Türkiye - 2.3 Road Network
Overview
Türkiye has a well-developed road network, with a total length of over 68,526 kilometers. The network is divided into three main types: motorways, state highways, and provincial roads. Motorways are the highest-capacity roads in Türkiye, with four or more lanes and limited access. State highways are two-lane roads with limited access, and provincial roads are two-lane roads with at-grade intersections.
Coverage and Capacity
The road network in Türkiye covers the entire country, with good connectivity between major cities and towns. The capacity of the network is also good, with most roads able to handle the current level of traffic. However, there are some bottlenecks, particularly in urban areas.
Challenges
There are a number of challenges facing the Turkish road network, including:
Congestion: Traffic congestion is a major problem in some urban areas, such as Istanbul and Ankara.
Mountainous terrain: Türkiye is a mountainous country, and this makes it difficult and expensive to build and maintain roads.
Development and Investment
The General Directorate of Highways in Türkiye is responsible for the design and construction of roads. They have a two-fold goal: to create safe, sustainable, and environmentally friendly roads, and to improve the quality of life for society.
The department undertakes survey and project studies to determine the route of new roads, and to assess the environmental impact of the project. Once the route is determined, they begin construction, which can involve the construction of tunnels, viaducts, and bridges.
In recent years, there has been a significant increase in the construction of divided roads, single roads, tunnels, and bridges/viaducts in Türkiye. This is due to the growing population, technological advancements, and increased vehicle usage.
The General Directorate of Highways is committed to providing safe, reliable, and efficient roads for the people of Türkiye. They are working to upgrade existing road standards and to construct new roads that meet the needs of a growing country.
Türkiye has built a large network of highways to connect different regions. The East-West Highway Corridors and North-South Axles are two important networks that facilitate transportation between Europe and Middle East countries. Türkiye is also committed to developing and expanding its motorway network, and has awarded 10 highway projects through the Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) model. The General Directorate of Highways has also implemented a non-stop tolling system on motorways and Bosphorus Bridges, and has made significant advancements in bridge construction.
In Türkiye, tunnel construction projects are prioritized as part of extensive road development programs. The country focuses on tunnel projects to establish key transit corridors for international transportation networks, to provide access to geographically challenging high mountainous areas (with an average elevation of over 1100 meters), and to enhance traffic safety during harsh winter conditions.
As of January 1, 2022, there are 349 tunnels with a combined length of 407 km on state and provincial roads in Türkiye. The maintenance, repair, and operation of these tunnels are carried out by 15 Tunnel Maintenance and Operation Chiefdoms, 38 Tunnel Control Centers, and 25 Branch Chiefs. These entities are responsible for ensuring the safe and efficient operation of the tunnels and implementing necessary maintenance and repair activities.
More information on ongoing project on the following link:
https://www.kgm.gov.tr/Sayfalar/KGM/SiteEng/Root/Gdh/GdhWorks1.aspx
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Distance Matrix
Distances from Capital City to Major Towns (km) |
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Ankara |
Istanbul |
Mersin |
Izmir |
Gaziantep |
Samsun |
Trabzon |
Kars |
Ankara |
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444 |
508 |
588 |
712 |
409 |
766 |
1080 |
Istanbul |
444 |
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948 |
479 |
1,140 |
731 |
1094 |
1432 |
Mersin |
508 |
938 |
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913 |
300 |
738 |
862 |
1152 |
Izmir |
588 |
479 |
913 |
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1116 |
1090 |
1453 |
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Gaziantep |
712 |
1,140 |
300 |
1115 |
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691 |
748 |
829 |
Samsun |
409 |
731 |
738 |
1090 |
691 |
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361 |
835 |
Trabzon |
766 |
1094 |
862 |
1453 |
748 |
361 |
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462 |
Kars |
1080 |
1432 |
1152 |
1790 |
829 |
835 |
462 |
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Travel Time from Capital City to Major Towns (hours) |
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Ankara |
Istanbul |
Mersin |
Izmir |
Gaziantep |
Samsun |
Trabzon |
Kars |
Ankara |
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5:18 |
4:54 |
7:15 |
7:21 |
5:00 |
9:57 |
13:14 |
Istanbul |
5:18 |
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9:59 |
5:29 |
12:28 |
9:03 |
13:36 |
17:17 |
Mersin |
4:54 |
9:59 |
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11:16 |
3:23 |
8:43 |
10:35 |
13:31 |
Izmir |
7:15 |
5:29 |
11:16 |
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13:27 |
11:27 |
16:05 |
19:41 |
Gaziantep |
7:21 |
12:28 |
3:23 |
13:19 |
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8:39 |
9:45 |
10:40 |
Samsun |
5:00 |
9:03 |
8:43 |
11:27 |
8:39 |
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5:05 |
9:58 |
Trabzon |
9:57 |
13:36 |
10:35 |
16:05 |
9:45 |
5:05 |
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5:54 |
Kars |
13:14 |
17:17 |
13:31 |
19:41 |
10:40 |
9:58 |
5:54 |
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Road Security
Weighbridges and Axle Load Limits
Road Class and Surface Conditions
Roads in Türkiye run the full gamut from single-lane country roads to modern, divided, trans-European motorways of European standard. Highways in the tourist-frequented western, southwestern, and coastal regions of Türkiye are generally in good condition and are well maintained, while conditions in other areas vary.
The surface conditions of roads in Turkey vary depending on the road class. Autonomous highways and national highways are generally in good condition and have asphalt or concrete surfaces. Provincial highways, district roads and village roads are often in fair condition and have asphalt or gravel surfaces.
In road construction, calcareous aggregates are generally used for unbound base courses, surface dressings and asphalt concrete layers. There has been a tendency towards using harder aggregates in wearing courses with the use of basalt or granite, as these have a greater wear life and maintain anti-skid properties over time. In all, the country uses some 100 million tonnes of aggregate for its road construction programme/year.
Türkiye Road network map on below link:
https://www.kgm.gov.tr/SiteCollectionImages/KGMimages/Haritalar/turistik.jpg’
Türkiye - 2.3.0 Border Crossing of Bulgaria and Greece
Overview
Türkiye has land borders with 8 countries: Bulgaria, Greece, Georgia, Iran, Iraq, Syria, and Azerbaijan. Of these, there are 12 land border crossing points that allow for the crossing of people and vehicles between Europe and Türkiye.
Kapıkule: is the busiest land border crossing point in Europe, with over 4 million people and 400,000 vehicles crossing each year. It is located in Edirne Province, Türkiye, and connects to the Bulgarian border crossing point of Kapitan Andreevo. Kapıkule is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
Hamzabeyli: is the second busiest land border crossing point between Türkiye and Europe. It is located in Edirne Province, Türkiye, and connects to the Bulgarian border crossing point of Lesovo. Hamzabeyli is open from 6am to 10pm, 7 days a week.
Dereköy: is a smaller land border crossing point located in Edirne Province, Türkiye. It connects to the Bulgarian border crossing point of Trnovo.
İpsala: is a land border crossing point located in Edirne Province, Türkiye. It connects to the Greek border crossing point of Kipoi.
Edirne-Keşan: is a land border crossing point located in Edirne Province, Türkiye. It connects to the Greek border crossing point of Feres.
Meriç: is a land border crossing point located in Edirne Province, Türkiye. It connects to the Greek border crossing point of Ormenio.
Edirne-Pehlivanköy: is a land border crossing point located in Edirne Province, Türkiye. It connects to the Bulgarian border crossing point of Malko Tarnovo.
When crossing the border between Türkiye and Europe, it is important to have the correct documentation. For citizens of most European countries, a valid passport or national identity card will be sufficient. However, some countries may require a visa, so it is always best to check with the Turkish embassy or consulate in your home country before traveling.
The Kapıkule border crossing between Türkiye and Bulgaria has more truck movement than any other border crossing between Türkiye and Europe. In 2021, the Kapıkule border crossing handled an average of 1,800 trucks per day. The next busiest border crossing between Türkiye and Europe is the Hamzabeyli border crossing between Türkiye and Bulgaria, which handled an average of 1,500 trucks per day in 2021.
The Kapıkule border crossing is located in the European part of Türkiye, near the city of Edirne. It is the main land route for trade between Türkiye and Europe. The Hamzabeyli border crossing is also located in the European part of Türkiye, near the city of Edirne. It is the second busiest land route for trade between Türkiye and Europe.
The increased truck movement at the Kapıkule border crossing is due to several factors. First, the Turkish government has been investing in infrastructure improvements at the crossing in recent years. This has made it easier and faster for trucks to cross the border. Second, the European Union has been working to improve security in the region. This has made it more attractive for businesses to trade between Türkiye and Europe.
Main challenges with cross-border inland (From/to Europe):
Permits: Turkish trucks need permits to enter destination countries. There is a limited number of permits available (quota for Turkish trucks is imposed by some European countries), so Turkish trucks may have to wait, use longer routes or pay a fine if they cross a country without a permit.
Visas: Drivers also need visas to enter destination countries. This can be a challenge, as the visa process can be time-consuming.
Balance between Türkiye and Europe: There is a shortage of trucks in Europe, which makes it difficult for Turkish trucks to find return shipments.
Border operations: The borders are mostly operational 24/7, but there are often long queues, which can lead to delays in crossing the border.
Türkiye - 2.3.1 Border Crossing of Reyhanlı
Overview
Reyhanlı border crossing is located on the Türkiye-Syria border about 50 km (31 mi) west of Aleppo in northwest Syria. It connects the Turkish D827 and the Syrian M45 highways, between the cities of İskenderun and Idlib. The closest town on the Turkish side of the border is Reyhanlı in Hatay Province, and the closest towns on the Syrian side are Ad-Dana and Atarib.
Since 2014, in order to support the humanitarian community to access vulnerable populations and preposition relief supplies, the Logistics Cluster has been facilitating the transshipment of UN agencies’ humanitarian cargo being transported into Syria through UNSC-authorised border crossings. Transshipment operations are supervised by the United Nations Monitoring Mechanism (UNMM).
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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Name of Border Crossing
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Türkiye: Reyhanlı (Cilvegözü Border crossing) |
Province or District |
Hatay Province- Reyhanli district |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Town Name : Reyhanlı in Hatay Province Distance in 20 km |
Latitude |
36°13′50.3″N |
Longitude |
36°41′33.5″E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Ministry of Customs and Trade |
Contact Person |
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Travel Times |
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Nearest International Airport |
Name: Hatay Airport Distance in 59 km Truck Travel Time: 1:30 hrs Car Travel time: 1:00 hrs |
Nearest Port |
Name: Iskenderun Port Distance in 79 km Truck Travel Time: 2:00 hrs Car Travel time: 1:30 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Name: Reyhanlı Distance in 20 km Truck Travel Time: 00:40hrs Car Travel time: 00:25 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
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Mondays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Tuesdays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Wednesdays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Thursdays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Fridays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Saturdays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Sundays |
8:30 AM: 16:30 PM |
Daily Capacity
The transshipment capacity of the hubs is approx. 100 trucks per day.
Customs Clearance
As of July 2023, the current customs procedure for Humanitarian Cargo is processed as commercial practice and has no consideration for humanitarian cargo in Türkiye.
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When purchased in Türkiye, the seller declares the items as export.
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All transit cargo requires a commercial invoice for customs purposes, and this allows the clearing/forwarding agent to act as cargo owner (consignee not agent of the consignee).
The implication of these processes is that no Customs declaration document exists in the name of the cargo owner (humanitarian actor).
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) - UN Cross-border Operations from Türkiye to Syria can be found here
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.2 Border Crossing of Öncüpınar
Overview
Öncüpınar border crossing is located on the Türkiye-Syria border about 10 km south of the city of Kilis, and north of the Syrian town of Azaz.
Security Council Resolution 2672 authorizing UN aid delivery via Bab Al-Hawa expired on 10 July 2023. The Security Council has not reached an agreement on its extension. Therefore, the UN continues to use all available access modalities. Öncüpınar /Bab Al-Salam and Cobanbey/Al Ra’ee continue to be in use for the cross-border movement of UN aid delivery and personnel till 13TH of August 2023.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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Name of Border Crossing
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Türkiye: Öncüpınar Border crossing |
Province or District |
Kilis |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Town Name: Kilis Distance in 10 km |
Latitude |
36.63439°N |
Longitude |
37.08576°E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish Ministry of Customs and Trade |
Contact Person |
Ibrahim BAIRMAN Cross border crossing manager 0(348)8131050 |
Travel Times |
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Nearest International Airport |
Name: Gaziantep Oğuzeli International Airport Distance in 47 km Truck Travel Time: 1:15 hrs Car Travel time: 00:50 hrs |
Nearest Port |
Name Iskenderun Port Distance in147 km Truck Travel Time: 3:00hrs Car Travel time: 2:15 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Name: Kilis Distance in 10 km Truck Travel Time: 00.20hrs Car Travel time: 00:15 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
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Mondays |
24 Hours |
Tuesdays |
24 Hours |
Wednesdays |
24 Hours |
Thursdays |
24 Hours |
Fridays |
24 Hours |
Saturdays |
24 Hours |
Sundays |
24 Hours |
National Holidays
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No restrictions, but the governor might issue some restrictions during holidays for passengers movement, not for humanitarian cargo. |
Seasonal Constraints |
After 20:00pm trucks movements are limited due to security measures. |
Daily Capacity
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The border gate handles 300 trucks on a daily basis
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The trucks that enter to Syria through Cobanbey/ Al Rai gate might return back from Oncupinar/Bab Al Salam gates. However, trucks moved in via Oncupinar/BAS must return and cross the border via same gates.
Customs Clearance
starting from July 2023, the current customs procedure for Humanitarian Cargo is processed as commercial practice and has no consideration for humanitarian cargo in Türkiye.
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When purchased in Türkiye, the seller declares the items as export.
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All transit cargo requires a commercial invoice for customs purposes, and this allows the clearing/forwarding agent to act as cargo owner (consignee not agent of the consignee).
The implication of these processes is that no Customs declaration document exists in the name of the cargo owner (humanitarian actor).
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For the Humanitarian commodities: By the beginning of the month, WFP communicates – through OCHA- the approx. number of trucks to the ministry of foreign affairs who communicate them to the borders to ensure the smooth movement of trucks.
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For the commercial cargo: based on the commodity category/type, it is required to grant the approval from the corresponding ministry/governmental body (i.e., for medical commodities to grant prior approvals from the ministry of health) then the customs declarations is done in one of the inner customs offices in Turkiye and then sent to the border.
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For courier: Customs clearance processes are centralized in Gaziantep postal office where the officers proceed with declaration, then trucks/parcels are allowed to head to the borders.
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.3 Border Crossing of Cobanbey
Overview
Cobanbey border crossing is located on the Türkiye-Syria border about 4.4 km south of the city of Elbeyli - Kilis, and north of the Syrian border crossing Al Ra’ee.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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Name of Border Crossing
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Türkiye: COBANBEY Syria: Al Ra’ee |
Province or District |
Kilis |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Town Name: Elbeyli Distance in 4.4 km |
Latitude |
36° 38' 13" N |
Longitude |
37° 28' 32" E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish Ministry of Customs and Trade |
Contact Person |
Savas Koc Manager of the Cobanbey border crossing Tel: 0 (348)782 2275 |
Travel Times |
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Nearest International Airport |
Name: Gaziantep Oğuzeli Airport Distance 43km Truck Travel Time: 1:15 hrs Car Travel time: 00:50 hrs |
Nearest Port |
Name: Iskenderun Port Distance in 185 km Truck Travel Time: 3:30 hrs Car Travel time: 2:45 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Name Elbeyli Distance in 4.4 km Truck Travel Time: 00:10 hrs Car Travel time: 00:10 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
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Mondays |
24 Hours |
Tuesdays |
24 Hours |
Wednesdays |
24 Hours |
Thursdays |
24 Hours |
Fridays |
24 Hours |
Saturdays |
24 Hours |
Sundays |
24 Hours |
National Holidays
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Seasonal Constraints |
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Daily Capacity
Customs Clearance
As of July 2023, the current customs procedure for Humanitarian Cargo is processed as commercial practice and has no consideration for humanitarian cargo in Türkiye.
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When purchased in Türkiye, the seller declares the items as export.
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All transit cargo requires a commercial invoice for customs purposes, and this allows the clearing/forwarding agent to act as cargo owner (consignee not agent of the consignee).
The implication of these processes is that no Customs declaration document exists in the name of the cargo owner (humanitarian actor).
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.4 Border Crossing of Habur
Overview
Habur is a border crossing point between Türkiye and Iraq. It is also called (Khabur Gate). Before the control point and gate, there is a bridge crossing the Khabur River, which forms the natural border between Iraq and Türkiye. The crossing is located to the south of the town of Silopi.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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Name of Border Crossing
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Türkiye: Habur |
Province or District |
Silopi District in the Şırnak Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Town Name: Silopi Distance in 15 km |
Latitude |
37°08′41.00″N |
Longitude |
42°33′56″E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish Ministry of Customs and Trade |
Contact Person |
Ayhan Bey – Customs Director +905324408566 |
Travel Times |
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Nearest International Airport |
Name: Sirnak Serafettin Elci Airport Distance in 64 km Truck Travel Time: 7:30hrs Car Travel time: 6:00hrs |
Nearest Port |
Name Iskenderun Port Distance in 720 km Truck Travel Time: 10:00hrs Car Travel time: 9:30hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Name: Silopi Distance in 15 km Truck Travel Time: 00:20 hrs Car Travel time: 00:20 hrs |
Other Information
|
Please provide additional details of this route if relevant, such as information about whether there are fuelling stations or weighing bridges en route. |
Hours of Operation |
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Mondays |
24 Hours |
Tuesdays |
24 Hours |
Wednesdays |
24 Hours |
Thursdays |
24 Hours |
Fridays |
24 Hours |
Saturdays |
24 Hours |
Sundays |
24 Hours |
National Holidays
|
N/A |
Seasonal Constraints |
N/A |
Daily Capacity
Habur border crossing is among the busiest border checkpoints in the world and Türkiye’s largest gateway to the Middle East - the Habur border checkpoint, has a total of 2,200 entry-exit capacity per day.
Customs Clearance
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There is free passage for the Turkish/Iraqi trucks for entering/loading.
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Customs clearance formalities can be done fully in Silopi customs point. For ‘In Transit’ cargo, it is recommended that the declaration to be conducted at the loading point and move to the border for inspection.
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The average stoppage time for trucks is from 48: 36 hours.
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Habur border crossing is the only crossing border between the two countries for commercial & humanitarian trucks.
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The parking area capacity -that is located before the crossing border to avoid any congestion - is 2500 trucks.
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The inspection inside Habur border crossing is done by X-Ray & physical inspection.
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.5 Border Crossing of Gürbulak
Overview
Gürbulak border crossing is located on the Türkiye-Iran border, known on the Iranian side of the border as Bazargan. Gürbulak border crossing is 35 km south-east of the city of Dogubayazit. Gürbulak is the busiest border crossing between the two countries and It’s open 24/7
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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Name of Border Crossing
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Türkiye: Gürbulak |
Province or District |
Ağrı Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Town Name: Doğubayazıt Distance in 35 km |
Latitude |
39°24′59″N |
Longitude |
44°21′09″E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish Ministry of Customs and Trade |
Contact Person |
|
Travel Times |
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Nearest International Airport |
Name: Trabzon Airport Distance in 563 km Truck Travel Time: 9:00hrs Car Travel time: 7:30hrs |
Nearest Port |
Name Trabzon Port Distance in 570 km Truck Travel Time: 9:30 hrs Car Travel time: 8:00 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Name Doğubayazıt Distance in 35 km Truck Travel Time: 00:40 hrs Car Travel time: 00:40 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
|
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Mondays |
24 Hours |
Tuesdays |
24 Hours |
Wednesdays |
24 Hours |
Thursdays |
24 Hours |
Fridays |
24 Hours |
Saturdays |
24 Hours |
Sundays |
24 Hours |
National Holidays
|
|
Seasonal Constraints |
|
Daily Capacity
3000 people and 400-500 trucks cross Gürbulak checkpoint daily
Customs Clearance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.6 Border Crossing of Sarp Sınır Kapısı
Overview
Sarp Border Gate is the border gate between Türkiye and Georgia on the Black Sea coast. Sarp Border Gate, located 15 km east of Hopa district, is important not only as a gate to Georgia but also as a border gate on the highway that opens to all Caucasus and Central Asian countries. The Sarp Border Gate has a total area of 36,000 m2. Since 10 December 2011, Turkish and Georgian citizens can pass to Türkiye and Georgia with just their identity card, without the need for a passport.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
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Name of Border Crossing
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Türkiye: Sarp |
Province or District |
Hopa district |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Town Name: Hopa Distance in 15 km |
Latitude |
41° 31' 7" north |
Longitude |
41° 32' 50" east |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish Ministry of Customs and Trade |
Contact Person |
Senol Alkan Manager of the border |
Travel Times |
|
---|---|
Nearest International Airport |
Name: Trabzon Airport Distance in 181 km Truck Travel Time: 5.00hrs Car Travel time: 3.30hrs |
Nearest Port |
Name Hopa port Distance in 17 km Truck Travel Time: 0.45 hrs Car Travel time: 0.26 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Name: Hopa Distance in 15 km Truck Travel Time: 0.45 hrs Car Travel time: 0.26 hrs Also, there are restaurants, and supermarkets near the border |
Hours of Operation |
|
---|---|
Mondays |
24/7 |
Tuesdays |
24/7 |
Wednesdays |
24/7 |
Thursdays |
24/7 |
Fridays |
24/7 |
Saturdays |
24/7 |
Sundays |
24/7 |
National Holidays
|
None |
Seasonal Constraints |
None |
Daily Capacity
Since 10 December 2011, Turkish and Georgian citizens can pass to Türkiye and Georgia with just their identity card, without the need for a passport therefore, the border services 25,000 people and 2700 Cars/trucks per day.
Customs Clearance
-
Customs formalities must be done at the nearest city customs point (Hopa – 15 KM distance).
-
The stoppage time for trucks and cargo is from 1-2 days.
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.7 Border Crossing of Kipi İpsala
Overview
The land border crossing in İpsala is a major commercial crossing between Greece and Türkiye. It is located on the Evros River, which forms most of the land border between the two countries. The border crossing is open 24 hours a day.
This border handles an average 400 trucks a day, constraints such as drivers having to leave the truck to get approval from various authorities in the border as well as lack of harmonization of customs regulations and lack of personnel have been mentioned by transporters.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Name of Border Crossing
|
Country Türkiye: Ipsala |
Province or District |
Edirne Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Ipsala |
Latitude |
41.95931° N |
Longitude |
26.61057° E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish government’s customs |
Contact Person |
|
Travel Times |
|
---|---|
Nearest International Airport |
Istanbul International Airport 249 km Truck Travel Time: 3:30 HRS Car Travel time: 2:35 hrs |
Nearest Port |
Haydarpaşa Port 302 km Truck Travel Time: 4:30 hrs Car Travel time: 3:30 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Edirne, Edirne Merkez/Edirne 43 km Truck Travel Time: 1:30 hrs Car Travel time: 0:45 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
|
---|---|
Mondays |
08:00 – 17:00 |
Tuesdays |
08:00 – 17:00 |
Wednesdays |
08:00 – 17:00 |
Thursdays |
08:00 – 17:00 |
Fridays |
08:00 – 17:00 |
Saturdays |
08:00 – 17:00 Only in some special cases when there is an urgent request |
Sundays |
08:00 – 17:00 Only in some special cases when there is an urgent request |
National Holidays
|
|
Seasonal Constraints |
|
Daily Capacity
The existence of one lane only for trucks crossing causes delays and allows the crossing of approximately 400 trucks daily. Private cars are provided a separate lane at the Kipi border gate. This lane is typically shorter than the lanes for buses and trucks, so private cars tend to have a shorter wait time at the border.
Customs Clearance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
To obtain customs clearance at the İpsala border gate, you will need to provide the following documentation:
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Valid passport or other travel document
-
Customs declaration form
-
A commercial invoice
-
Bill of lading
-
Packing list
-
Any other documentation that may be required by the Turkish or Greek customs authorities
The customs declaration form can be obtained from the Turkish or Greek customs authorities at the border crossing. The commercial invoice should be issued by the exporter of the goods. The bill of lading should be issued by the shipping company that transported the goods. The packing list should list the contents of the shipment.
There are a few potential delays or restrictions that you may encounter when obtaining customs clearance at the Kipi border gate. These include:
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The type of goods: Customs clearance can be more time-consuming for certain types of goods, such as agricultural products or hazardous materials.
-
The inspection: Trucks will be subject to inspection upon entering the country. This can add to the time it takes to clear customs.
The fees charged for customs clearance at the İpsala border gate vary depending on the type of goods and the value of the shipment. For trucks, the fees are typically around USD 100 per truck.
It is important to note that the requirements for customs clearance at the Kipi border gate may change from time to time. It is always best to check with the Turkish or Greek customs authorities for the latest requirements.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.3.8 Border Crossing of Hamzabeyli Lesovo
Overview
Hamzabeyli: is the second busiest land border crossing point between Türkiye and Europe. It is located in Edirne Province, Türkiye, and connects to the Bulgarian border crossing point of Lesovo.
When crossing the border between Türkiye and Europe, it is important to have the correct documentation. For citizens of most European countries, a valid passport or national identity card will be sufficient. However, some countries may require a visa, so it is always best to check with the Turkish embassy or consulate in your home country before traveling.
The second busiest border crossing between Türkiye and Europe is the Hamzabeyli border crossing between Türkiye and Bulgaria, which handled an average of 1,500 trucks per day in 2021. The Hamzabeyli border crossing is located in the European part of Türkiye, near the city of Edirne. It is the second busiest land route for trade between Türkiye and Europe.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Name of Border Crossing
|
Country Türkiye: Hamzabeyli |
Province or District |
Edirne Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Hamzabeyli |
Latitude |
41.95931° N |
Longitude |
26.61057° E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish government’s customs |
Contact Person |
|
Travel Times |
|
---|---|
Nearest International Airport |
Istanbul International Airport 249 km Truck Travel Time: 3:30 HRS Car Travel time: 2:35 hrs |
Nearest Port |
Haydarpaşa Port 302 km Truck Travel Time: 4:30 hrs Car Travel time: 3:30 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Edirne, Edirne Merkez/Edirne 43 km Truck Travel Time: 1:30 hrs Car Travel time: 0:45 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
|
---|---|
Mondays |
24 hours a day |
Tuesdays |
24 hours a day |
Wednesdays |
24 hours a day |
Thursdays |
24 hours a day |
Fridays |
24 hours a day |
Saturdays |
24 hours a day |
Sundays |
24 hours a day |
National Holidays
|
24 hours a day |
Seasonal Constraints |
24 hours a day |
Daily Capacity
The Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı daily capacity of the border crossing is 2,000 vehicles. Private cars are provided a separate lane at the Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı. This lane is usually shorter than the lane for commercial vehicles, and it can help to speed up the crossing process.
The level of traffic at the Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı varies depending on the time of year. During the summer months, when there is more tourism activity, the border crossing can be very busy. During the winter months, traffic is usually lighter.
In addition to private cars and commercial vehicles, the Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı also handles the crossing of buses and trucks.
Customs Clearance
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
The customs clearance process at Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı can be delayed for a number of reasons, including:
-
The volume of traffic at the border crossing
-
The type of goods being imported or exported
-
The need for additional documentation
-
The need for inspection of the goods
In some cases, the customs clearance process can be further delayed if the goods are subject to import or export restrictions. For example, some goods, such as weapons and drugs, are prohibited from import or export. Other goods may be subject to quotas or other restrictions.
The following documentation is required to obtain customs clearance at Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı:
-
Commercial invoice
-
Packing list
-
Certificate of origin
-
Import license (if required)
-
Export license (if required)
-
Health certificate (if required)
-
Phytosanitary certificate (if required)
The regulatory authority that has established these requirements is the Turkish Customs and Trade Ministry.
The customs clearance fees at Hamzabeyli Sınır Kapısı vary depending on the type of goods being imported or exported. For trucks, the fees are typically around USD 50 per truck.
In addition to the documentation and fees listed above, trucks will be subject to inspection upon entering the country.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
The approximate waiting time at the Hamzabeyli Border varies depending on the time of day, the volume of traffic, and the type of goods being transported. During peak hours, it is not uncommon to wait for several hours to cross the border.
Türkiye - 2.3.9 Border Crossing of Kapitan Andreevo Kapikule
Overview
Kapıkule: is the busiest land border crossing point in Europe, with over 4 million people and 400,000 vehicles crossing each year. It is located in Edirne Province, Türkiye, and connects to the Bulgarian border crossing point of Kapitan Andreevo. Kapıkule is open 24 hours a day, 7 days a week.
The Kapıkule border crossing between Türkiye and Bulgaria has more truck movement than any other border crossing between Türkiye and Europe. In 2021, the Kapıkule border crossing handled an average of 1,800 trucks per day. The next busiest border crossing between Türkiye and Europe is the Hamzabeyli border crossing between Türkiye and Bulgaria, which handled an average of 1,500 trucks per day in 2021.
The Kapıkule border crossing is located in the European part of Türkiye, near the city of Edirne. It is the main land route for trade between Türkiye and Europe. The increased truck movement at the Kapıkule border crossing is due to several factors. First, the Turkish government has been investing in infrastructure improvements at the crossing in recent years. This has made it easier and faster for trucks to cross the border. Second, the European Union has been working to improve security in the region. This has made it more attractive for businesses to trade between Türkiye and Europe.
Border Crossing Location and Contact |
|
---|---|
Name of Border Crossing
|
Kapikule |
Province or District |
Edirne Province |
Nearest Town or City with Distance from Border Crossing |
Edirne 18.1 km |
Latitude |
41°42286 N |
Longitude |
26°23311 E |
Managing Authority / Agency |
Turkish government’s customs |
Contact Person |
|
Travel Times |
|
---|---|
Nearest International Airport |
Istanbul International Airport 232 km Truck Travel Time: 3:30 hrs Car Travel time: 2:28 hrs |
Nearest Port |
Haydarpaşa Port 285 km Truck Travel Time: 4:00 hrs Car Travel time: 3:08 hrs |
Nearest location with functioning wholesale markets, or with significant manufacturing or production capacity |
Edirne 18.1 km Truck Travel Time: 1:00hrs Car Travel time: 0:30 hrs |
Hours of Operation |
|
---|---|
Mondays |
24 hours a day |
Tuesdays |
24 hours a day |
Wednesdays |
24 hours a day |
Thursdays |
24 hours a day |
Fridays |
24 hours a day |
Saturdays |
24 hours a day |
Sundays |
24 hours a day |
National Holidays
|
24 hours a day |
Seasonal Constraints |
24 hours a day |
Daily Capacity
-
The Kapıkule Border is a major border crossing between Türkiye and Bulgaria. It is the busiest border crossing in Türkiye, with an average of 1,250 trucks and 10,000 cars crossing each day.
-
Private cars are not provided a separate lane at the Kapıkule Border. All vehicles must use the same lanes.
-
The level of traffic leaving the country is higher than the level of traffic entering the country. In 2021, an average of 7,500 trucks left Türkiye through the Kapıkule Border each day, while an average of 5,000 trucks entered Türkiye.
The level of traffic at the Kapıkule Border varies depending on the time of year. Traffic is typically heavier in the summer months, when there is more tourism and trade. The level of traffic at the Kapıkule Border is relatively consistent throughout the month of January. However, there is a slight increase in traffic on the 3rd and 4th of January. This may be due to the fact that the 3rd of January is New Year's Day, and the 4th of January is a public holiday in Türkiye.
Customs Clearance
Potential delays or restrictions: Customs clearance at the Kapıkule Border can be delayed due to a number of factors, including:
-
Heavy traffic
-
Customs inspections
-
Lack of documentation
-
Commodities that are subject to import restrictions
Documentation required: The following documentation is required to clear goods at the Kapıkule Border:
-
Commercial invoice
-
Bill of lading
-
Certificate of origin
-
Import license (if required)
-
Phytosanitary certificate (if required)
-
Certificate of analysis (if required)
-
Other documentation as required by the Turkish Customs Authority
Regulatory authority: The Turkish Customs Authority is the regulatory authority that has established the requirements for customs clearance at the Kapıkule Border.
Fees: The customs fees at the Kapıkule Border are USD 100.
Trucks will be subject to inspection upon entering the country. The inspection may include a physical inspection of the goods, as well as a review of the documentation. Main challenges related to food items which needs to be taken to Sofia, Bulgaria for laboratory testing before crossing the border, which may result on a 3-4 days wait at a border for clearance to be completed.
For more information on customs in Türkiye, please see the following link: 1.3 Customs Information.
Other Relevant Information
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye - 2.4 Railway Assessment
The national railway network in Türkiye plays a crucial role in the country's transport framework and capacity. As of 2021, there were 10,546 km (6,553 mi) of main railway lines in Türkiye, of which 14% are double-track and 51% are electrified. It serves as an important mode of transportation for both passengers and freight, connecting various regions within Türkiye and facilitating national and international trade. However, the network faces certain reliability issues and constraints that impact its efficiency.
One of the challenges faced by the national railway network is the presence of bottlenecks, particularly in heavily congested urban areas. These bottlenecks restrict the capacity of the network and can lead to delays and disruptions in train operations. Additionally, for rail coming from Europe one of the biggest challenges is that commercial trains can only pass Marmaray Tunnel from 00:00 to 06:00hrs.
Recognizing these limitations, the Turkish government has launched several ongoing and planned improvements and upgrades for the national railway network. One notable project is the Turkish State Railways' (TCDD) "High-Speed Train Project," which has roughly 1287 km of dedicated high-speed lines are in use, and that number will rise sharply over the next few years. Türkiye aims to have more than 5600 km of high-speed line in its railroad network by 2025.
Cargo rail transportation is a major mode of transportation in Türkiye. The country has a well-developed rail network and a number of major rail cargo hubs. These hubs serve as gateways to Europe, the Middle East, and Central Asia. The rail cargo sector in Türkiye is growing rapidly, and the government is investing in the rail network to boost its growth.
Halkalı Terminal: This is a major rail cargo hub located in Istanbul. It is a gateway to Europe and serves as a major distribution center for goods from all over Türkiye however with small capacity.
Middle Corridor Route of First Train: China H.C. (Xi’an) -Kazakhstan- TÜRKİYE- Azerbaijan-Georgia-Bulgaria-Serbia-Hungary-Slovakia Czech Republic (Prague): 11,500 km
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Travel Time Matrix
Travel Time from Capital City to Major Towns (Hours)
|
Ankara |
Eskişehir |
Istanbul |
Izmir |
Kars |
Diyarbakir |
Mus |
|
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Ankara |
|
2:17 |
3:55 / 7:00 |
1:46 |
12:08 |
26:32 |
22:51 |
24:49 |
Eskişehir |
2:17 |
|
2:51 |
1:45 |
10:14 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Istanbul |
3:55 / 7:00 |
2:51 |
|
4:22 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
1:46 |
1:45 |
4:22 |
|
12:19 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
Izmir |
12:08 |
10:14 |
NA |
12:19 |
|
NA |
NA |
NA |
Kars |
26:32 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
NA |
NA |
Diyarbakir |
22:51 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
NA |
Mus |
24:49 |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
|
https://bilet.tcdd.gov.tr/sefer-listesi
Railway Companies and Consortia
The Turkish railway sector is currently undergoing a process of privatization, with the government opening up the market to private companies. As a result, there are a number of private railway companies or consortia operating in Türkiye, responsible for the management of the rail capacity.
Since the liberalization of railway transportation, 7 years have passed, and it has been 6 years since the first private operator started its services.
At the end of 2017, with the entry of two companies, Körfez Ulaştırma and Omsan Lojistik, an important initial step was taken towards liberalization in the rail freight. While the market share of the two private operators remained at 13% in 2021, the state-owned company, TCDD Transportation, held an 87% market share.
Türkiye Cumhuriyeti Devlet Demiryolları (TCDD) (Turkish State Railways) is the state-owned railway company that operates the majority of the rail network in Türkiye.
TCDD Taşımacılık A.Ş. (TCDD Transportation Inc.) is a subsidiary of TCDD that operates passenger and freight trains.
Pasifik Eurasia A.S. is a Turkish logistics company that provides transit freight services between Asia and Europe. Biggest rail operator on the Asian side of Türkiye.
Rail Cargo Group is a European rail freight company that operates trains between Türkiye and Europe.
Cities with main line train access
Main line trains are long distance trains generally once a day. Trains are slower, but more comfortable. In overnight trains, sleepers and/or couchettes exist. Main departure stations of mainline trains are Ankara, Izmir, Adana.
Main line trains departing from Ankara call at below cities:
Eskisehir, Bilecik, Izmit, Istanbul, Kutahya, Balikesir, Manisa, İzmir, Afyon, Kirikkale, Kayseri, Erzincan, Erzurum, Kars, Malatya, Elazig, Mus, Diyarbakır, Batman.
Main line trains departing from Izmir call at below cities:
Manisa, Balikesir, Kutahya, Eskisehir, Ankara, Usak, Afyon, Konya, Aydin, Denizli, Isparta.
Main line trains departing from Adana call at below cities:
Osmaniye, Malatya, Elazig, Nigde, Kayseri, Karaman, Konya
Below find the different types of Turkish trains:
High-Speed Trains
Türkiye's high-speed train lines (Yüksek Hızlı Trenler (YHT) are in operation on the route Istanbul - Eskişehir - Ankara, and between Ankara and Konya, and Eskişehir and Konya. Other lines, from Eskişehir to İzmir and from Ankara to Sivas, are under construction.
International train services from Türkiye to Bulgaria, Romania, Iran, Azerbaijan, Georgia and Austria.
It is important to note that freight trains from Türkiye to eastern countries requires wagons to be changed in Kars due to different track gauges. This change of wagon may take few days (approximately the change of 20 containers will be done in 2 days).
Sofia Express (Istanbul Sofia train) is running during whole year.
Optima Express (Edirne Villach train) also carries cars of passengers is running during whole year except winter.
Bosphor Express (Istanbul Bucharest train) is giving service only during summer.
Tranasia Express (Ankara Tehran train) and Van-Tehran train run during whole year on certain days of week.
Blue Trains
Inter-regional Blue Trains (Mavi Trenler) make fewer stops than traditional expresses. Some haul couchette cars and sleeping cars. İzmir Mavi Tren, Konya Mavi Tren.
Express Trains
Traditional (not high-speed) long-distance trains connecting larger cities and towns at slow speeds. The overnight trains have either couchette cars or sleeping cars, or both: 6 Eylül Ekspresi; 17 Eylül Ekspresi; Doğu Ekspresi, Ege Ekspresi, Erciyes Ekspresi, Fırat Ekspresi, Güney Kurtalan Ekspresi, Karesi Ekspresi, Pamukkale Ekspresi, Toros Ekspresi; Vangölü Ekspresi.
Regional Trains
Here are the shorter-distance regional trains (Bölgesel Tren): Istanbul - Thrace (Edirne); İzmir - Airport - Selçuk (Ephesus) – Denizli; İzmir - Manisa - Alaşehir – Uşak; Mersin - Tarsus - Adana - İskenderun Trains.
For more information on railway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.9 Railway Companies Contact List.
Capacity Table
Rail Operator Capacity
|
Türkiye's high-speed trains (Yüksek Hızlı Tren, or YHT) |
Express Trains |
Blue Trains |
---|---|---|---|
Lines Operates On |
Ankara - Eskişehir - Istanbul Ankara - Konya Istanbul - Eskişehir – Konya Polatlı-Konya Konya-Karaman Ankara– Kayaş-Sivas
|
6 and 17 Eylül Ekspresi (İzmir - Balıkesir - Bandırma) Doğu Ekspresi (Ankara – Kayseri -Sivas – Erzincan - Elazığ - Erzurum – Kars) Ege Ekspresi (İzmir (Basmane) - Balıkesir) Erciyes Ekspresi (Kayseri - Adana) Fırat Ekspresi (Adana – Elazığ) Güney Kurtalan Ekspresi (Ankara - Kayseri - Sivas - Malatya - Diyarbakır - Batman – Kurtalan) Karesi Ekspresi ( İzmir (Basmane) -Balıkesir) Pamukkale Ekspresi ( Denizli - Eskişehir) Toros Ekspresi (Adana - Konya) Vangölü Ekspresi (Ankara - Kayseri - Sivas - Malatyam - Elazığ - Tatvan) |
İzmir Mavi Tren (Eskişehir – İzmir) Konya Mavi Tren (Konya - İzmir)
|
Max Train Length and / or Pulling Capacity |
|
|
|
Locomotives |
Electric |
Electric / Diesel (depends on the line) |
Electric / Diesel (depends on the line) |
Covered Freight Wagons Size (m) |
|
|
|
Flatbed Freight Wagons Size (m) |
|
|
|
High-sided Freight Wagons Size (m) |
|
|
|
Drop-side Freight Wagons Size (m) |
|
|
|
Key Route Information
Standard Route Information - Domestic
|
Route A Istanbul – Ankara |
Route B Istanbul - Konya |
Route C Konya- Adana |
Route D Istanbul Sirkeci - Edirne - Kapikule |
Route E Ankara - Edirne - Kapikule |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Track Gauge |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in)
|
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
Ruling Gradient |
|
|
|
|
|
Total Track Distance |
|
|
|
|
|
Type of Rail |
|
|
|
|
|
Type of Sleeper and Fastenings |
|
|
|
|
|
Total Track Travel Time |
|
|
|
|
|
Maintenance |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Companies / Consortiums Operating on Line |
|
|
|
|
|
Traffic Frequency |
Daily |
Daily |
Daily |
Daily |
Daily |
Security |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Main Stations |
|
|
|
|
|
Standard Route Information – International
|
Route A Sofia - Istanbul |
Route B Bucharest - Istanbul |
Route C Ankara – Tehran (Iran) |
Route D Türkiye – Baku (Azerbaijan) |
Route E Türkiye – Tbilisi (Georgia) |
Route E Türkiye – Syria & Iraq |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
Track Gauge |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in)
|
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) Changes in Kars to 1,520 mm ( 4 ft 1127⁄32 in) |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) Changes in Kars to 1,520 mm ( 4 ft 1127⁄32 in) |
1,435 mm (4 ft 8+1⁄2 in) Changes in Kars to 1,520 mm ( 4 ft 1127⁄32 in) |
Existing tracks however not operational |
Ruling Gradient |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Track Distance |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Type of Rail |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Type of Sleeper and Fastenings |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Total Track Travel Time |
8:00 |
11:30 |
2,968 km excluding the 90 km length of Lake Van |
|
|
|
Maintenance |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
|
Companies / Consortiums Operating on Line |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Traffic Frequency |
Daily |
Daily |
On demand |
On demand |
On demand |
|
Security |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
Good |
|
Main Stations |
|
|
|
|
|
|
Key Stations
Key Station Information
|
Istanbul Sirkeci Terminal |
Ankara railway station |
Gaziantep railway station |
Adana railway station |
Van Station |
---|---|---|---|---|---|
Location |
Istanbul |
Ankara |
Gaziantep |
Adana
|
Van |
Contact Information |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Connections with Other Transport Means |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
Storage Capacity (m2 and m3) |
|
|
|
|
|
Handling Equipment |
|
|
|
|
|
Handling Capacity
|
|
|
|
|
|
Other Comments |
|
|
|
|
|
Customs-Railway Cooperation
Türkiye - 2.5 Waterways Assessment
For more information on government contact details, please see the following link: 4.1 Government Contact List.
Türkiye has a vast network of ferries that connect its major cities and islands. These ferries are used by both tourists and locals for transportation, as well as for cargo and fishing.
The capacity of Turkish ferries varies, some ferries are small and can only carry a few dozen passengers, while others are large and can carry hundreds of people. The capacity of a ferry is determined by its size and the number of decks it has.
Overall, private ferryboat transport companies play an important role in moving cargo and passengers along the waterways of Türkiye. They face some challenges, but they are also taking steps to improve safety and security. In the future, private ferryboat transport is likely to become an even more important mode of transportation in Türkiye.
The Turkish government has been investing in the development of the private ferryboat industry in recent years. This investment has helped to improve the safety and reliability of private ferryboat services in Türkiye.
Currently, the Van Lake is the only commercially navigable inland waterway in Türkiye. Lake Van is 119 kilometres (74 mi) across at its widest point. It averages 171 metres (561 ft) deep. Its greatest known depth is 451 metres (1,480 ft). The surface lies 1,640 metres (5,380 ft) above sea level and the shore length is 430 kilometres (270 mi). It covers 3,755 km2 (1,450 sq mi) and contains (has a volume of) 607 cubic kilometres (146 cu mi). In addition to ferry service, there are also a number of tour operators that offer boat tours on Van Lake. These tours typically include visits to the ancient city of Akhtamar, the Van Fortress, and the surrounding villages.
Company Information
Ferryboat companies
İDO Istanbul Fast Ferries Co. Inc. (Turkish: İstanbul Deniz Otobüsleri, meaning Istanbul Sea Buses) was founded in 1987 by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality. Originally established with a fleet of 10 seabuses built by the Kvaerner Fjellstrand shipyard of Norway, the İDO today has a fleet of 25 seabuses (with capacities ranging from 350 to 450 passengers) designed by Kvaerner Fjellstrand, Austal and the Damen Group; 10 high-speed car ferries (1200 passengers and 225 vehicles) designed by Austal and the Damen Group; 18 car ferries; 32 commuter ferries; and 1 large passenger ship. At present, the İDO is the world's largest commuter ferry operator with its 87-passenger ships and 86 piers.The company owns a total of 103 ships including its service vessels.
In 2011, the company was privatized for 30 years by the Istanbul Metropolitan Municipality.
Find IDO fleet on the following website: https://www.ido.com.tr/services-new#filomuz
https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/%C4%B0DO routes and boats for IDO
Izdeniz- is a company owned by the government (city of Izmir), it’s the 2nd biggest company for domestic destinations and is operating only in Izmir and Egeian Sea.
At the moment the company has 13 Catamaran Type Passenger Ships, 2 High Speed Passenger Ships, 1 Passenger Ship, 1 Floating Facility and 5 Car Ferries 13 ferries (10 for the passengers and three for the vehicles.). which belong to Izmir Metropolitan Municipality and under the operational responsibility of Izdeniz.
The total number of daily passengers is over 50,000 and the vessels is over 1,500.
The terminals used by Izdeniz are the following: Alsancak, Bostanlı, Foça, Göztepe, Güzelbahçe, Karşıyaka, Konak, Pasaport and Üçkuyular.
Find Izdeniz fleet on the following website: http://www.izdeniz.com.tr/tr/gemiler_iskeleler/12/12
Izdeniz
Telephone: 0 232 320 00 35
Email: iletisim@izdeniz.com.tr
Website: https://www.izdeniz.com.tr
Address: Bahçelerarası Mahallesi , Haydar Aliyev Bulvarı No: 4 Balçova / İZMİR
Akgunler Denizcilik – It is private owned company and has 3 sea buses, 2 roro and 1 roro / passenger ships. Akgünler Denizcilik is the largest passenger and cargo carrying capacity company in the southern part of Türkiye to Northern Cyprus which operates from the port of Mersin and Tasucu.
All vessels are equipped with International Safety Management Certificate (ISMC) and the International Ship and Safety Certificate (ISPSC).
Ports to which Akgünler Denizcilik Company serves: Mersin, Magusa, Girne, Taşucu.
http://www.akgunlerdenizcilik.com/
Akgunler Denizcilik
http://www.akgunlerdenizcilik.com/filomuz/
Şehir Hatları Traditional Ferries - These are the big traditional Istanbul passenger ferryboats beloved by Istanbullus, serving cross-Bosphorus routes, northern Bosphorus ring routes, and the traditional Bosphorus cruise routes. Şehir Hatları carries out 600 trips per day with 50 ship terminals and 28 ferries, transporting around 40 million passengers per year.
Find Şehir Hatları fleet on the following website:
https://www.sehirhatlari.istanbul/en/ferries
İSTANBUL ŞEHİR HATLARI TURİZM SAN. ve TİC. AŞ.
Address : Bedrettin Mh. Evliya Çelebi Cad.No: 63 / A ( Haliç Tersanesi ) Kasımpaşa Beyoğlu / İSTANBUL
Zip Code : 34440
Phone : (0212) 313 80 00
Fax : (0212) 253 94 75
E-mail : info@sehirhatlari.istanbul
TurYol - TurYol operates the most frequent 1-1/2-hour Bosphorus cruises, departing Eminönü on the hour, with additional voyages from Üsküdar and Kadıköy. TurYol commuter ferries connect Galata Bridge with the Asian suburbs of Üsküdar, Kadıköy and other destinations. Turyol is a private ferry operator, which owns and operates urban and international ferry service in western Türkiye, focused primarily around Istanbul. It is one of three private ferry operators in Istanbul, along with İDO and Dentur. Turyol maintains a fleet of 70 vessels, 60 of which are for scheduled passenger service. In terms of fleet size and number of lines, Turyol is the largest private ferry operator in Türkiye and second largest overall, after the Istanbul Municipality's ferry operator Şehir Hatları.
Find TurYol fleet on the following website:
https://www.sehirhatlari.istanbul/en/ferries
TurYol
Address: Kemankeş Karamustafa Paşa Mah. Necatibey Cad. Akçe Sk. No:3, 34425 Karaköy/Beyoğlu/İstanbul, Türkiye
Phone: +90-212-251 44 21
Fax: +90 212 251 96 74
Email: info@turyol.com
Ferryboat company at Van Lake
The main service provider on Van Lake is Van Gölü Feribot/Van Lake Ferry, which operates a fleet of ferries that connect the towns of Van, Gevaş, and Tatvan. The ferries are used to transport passengers, cars, and goods. The transportation on Lake Van and the railway connection between Tatvan and Van were made by 4 ferries operated by TCDD and manufactured between 1971-1976.
Carrying capacity and cruising speed increased, fuel consumption decreased… While 1,500 tons of cargo was transported per day with 4 existing ferries, each with a capacity of 9-10 wagons, 10,500 tons of cargo was transported per day with 2 new ferries, each with a capacity of 50 wagons, thus increasing the load carrying capacity 7 times.
Each ferry has a passenger capacity of 350 people. The cruise time between Tatvan and Van, which has a cruising distance of 49 miles (91 km), decreased from 5 hours with the old ferries to 3.5 hours with the new ferries.
Port Operator: TC State Railways General Directorate (TCDD)
Address: TCDD Van Lake Ferry Directorate Tatvan / Bitlis
Phone: 0434 827 80 40
Fax: 0434 827 80 43
https://www.tcdd.gov.tr/kurumsal/van-golu-feribot
https://turkeytravelplanner.com/go/istanbul/transport/istanbulferry.html
For more information on waterway company contact details, please see the following link: 4.4 Port and Waterways Companies Contact List.
Passenger Carrying Capacity
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IDO |
Izdeniz |
Akgünler Denizcilik |
Şehir Hatları |
TurYol |
Van Lake ferry |
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Number of Passenger Vessels < 20 Passengers |
None |
None |
None |
None |
None |
None |
Number of Passenger Vessels < 50 Passengers |
None |
None |
None |
None |
None |
None |
Number of Passenger Vessels < 100 Passengers |
None |
None |
None |
None |
2 types |
None |
Number of Passenger Vessels > 100 Passengers |
33 |
6 |
16 |
6 types |
Approx. 60 |
7 |
Passenger Carrying Capacity
|
IDO |
Izdeniz |
Akgünler Denizcilik |
Şehir Hatları |
TurYol |
Van Lake ferry |
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Boats |
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Number of Boats |
Seabus - 25 Fast Ferry - 10 Conventional Passenger Boat - 38 Conventional Vehicle Boat - 17 Motorboat - 7 Sea Taxies – 6 TOTAL - 103 |
13 Catamaran Type Passenger Ships 2 High Speed Passenger Ships 1 Passenger Ship 1 Floating Facility 5 Car Ferries |
4 types |
6 types |
70 |
7 |
Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m3) |
Seabus – 490 to 1200 pax Fast Ferry – 350 to 450 Conventional Passenger Boat - 750 to 2100 Conventional Vehicle Boat – 600 passengers + 66 to 112 vehicles |
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Via Mare – 343 passengers, 46 trucks or 260 saloon vehicles Flying Phoenix - 12 passenger vehicles and 396 passengers Akgunler 3 - 384 passengers Via Famagusta - 41 trucks
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6 types of passenger ferryboats:
600 pax |
Various capacities: from 62 to 850 pax. |
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Barges |
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Number of Barges |
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1 |
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Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m3) |
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Tugs |
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Number of Tugs |
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Tonnage / Volume Carrying Capacity (MT / m3) |
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Travel Time Matrix
Travel Time from Main port to other major Ports on various vessel/ferryboats types (hrs)
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Beşiktaş |
Bursa |
Midilli/ Lesbos
|
İzmir Alsancak |
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Beşiktaş |
|
NA |
NA |
NA |
NA |
N/A |
N/A |
Bursa |
NA |
|
2:00 |
NA |
2:30 |
N/A |
N/A |
NA |
2:00 |
|
1:30 |
0:30 |
N/A |
N/A |
|
NA |
NA |
1:10 |
|
NA |
N/A |
N/A |
|
NA |
2:30 |
0:30 |
NA |
|
N/A |
N/A |
|
Midilli/ Lesbos |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
|
1:45 |
İzmir Alsancak |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
N/A |
1:45 |
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Key Routes
Key Route Information: Domestic / International
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From: Yenikapı To: Bursa |
From: Pendik To: Yalova |
From: Istanbul (Sarayburnu) To: Avsa Island |
From: İzmir Alsancak To: Midilli |
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Total Distance (km) |
80 minutes |
45 minutes |
Istanbul-Marmara Island-Avsa Island - 5 hours to Marmara Island; 5.5 hours to Avşa |
1:45 hrs |
Width (m)
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River Flow (m³ / second) |
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Seasonal Effects |
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Maximum Weight and Size of Vessels |
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Regular Traffic Passenger / Cargo |
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Companies Operating Along the Route |
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Security Concerns |
No |
No |
No |
No |
Main Ports |
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Port Information
Key Port Information
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Beşiktaş |
İzmir Alsancak |
|
---|---|---|---|
Location |
Istanbul |
Istanbul |
Izmir |
Contact Information |
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Connections with Other Transport Means |
Road / Near Railways |
Road / Near Railways |
Road / Near Railways |
Storage Capacity (m2 and m3) |
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Handling Equipment |
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Customs Clearance Available |
No |
No |
Yes |
Other Comments |
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Türkiye - 2.6 Storage Assessment
There are numerous sophisticated, well-established storage facilities throughout the country, ranging from dry to cold chain, bonded, commercial, flat, and racking warehouses.
For more information on storage company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List.
Commercial Storage
Location |
Owner |
Available for Rent |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MERSIN |
TATLOG |
Yes |
20,000SQM |
-15000 SQM open storage -5000 SQM Racking system
|
Raised-Siding |
Perfect condition |
MERSIN |
TATLOG |
YES |
30,000SQM |
Vary between open storage & racking system |
Raised-Siding |
Perfect Condition |
MERSIN |
ACT Transport |
YES |
20,000 SQM |
Standard -Bonded WH |
Raised -Siding |
Perfect condition – Used by UN agencies (e.g UNICEF, WFP, UNRAW & Save the children |
MERSIN |
ACT Transport |
YES |
6700 M2 |
Standard Warehouse |
Flat |
Perfect condition |
IZMIR |
ACT Transport |
YES |
4,000 M2 |
Standard Warehouse |
Flat |
Perfect Condition |
MERSIN |
TATLOG |
YES |
40,000 MT |
Silo |
4 Silos * 10,000 MT Capacity each |
Perfect Condition |
MERSIN |
TATLOG |
No |
3000 SQM |
Standard Warehouse – Inside freezone |
Flat |
Perfect Condition |
[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Storage Used by Humanitarian Organizations
Location |
Organization |
Sharing Possibility
|
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Public Sector Storage
Location |
Ministry / Agency |
Use Possibility |
Capacity (MT / m² / m³) |
Type [1] |
Access [2] |
Condition [3] |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
|
|
Yes / No |
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|
|
|
|
|
|
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[1] Warehouse Type: Open storage, container, rub-hall, silo, concrete, other, unspecified
[2] Warehouse Access: Raised-siding, flat
[3] Warehouse condition: Appears intact, appears damaged, under construction/repair
Cold Chain
Location |
Organization / Owner |
Type [1] |
Cooling / Power [2] |
Quantity |
Total Capacity (m³) |
Condition |
---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
MERSIN |
TATLOG |
Cold Room |
Unspecified |
|
6000 M3 |
Perfect condition |
IZMIR |
ACT Transport |
Cold Room |
Unspecified |
|
3 rooms with 200 M2 |
Perfect Condition |
MERSIN |
ACT Transport |
Cold Room |
Unspecified |
2 x Rooms x 85m2 for 160 pallets each 7 x Rooms 220m2 for 468 pallets each 1 x room 472m2 for 1,008 pallets |
5,000 m2 cold storage, of which 2,200m2 has shelving system |
Perfect Condition |
[1] Cold Room Positive, Cold Room Negative, Refrigerator, Freezer,
[2] Compression, Absorption, Solar, Other, unspecified
Türkiye - 2.7.0 Milling Assessment - Ulusoy Un Sanayi A.S.
Türkiye - 2.7.1 Milling Assessment Ozmen Un
The final agricultural production estimates by the Turkish Statistical Institute, issued in December 2022, put the 2022 cereal output at 38.4 million tonnes, 10 percent above the five‑year average and over 20 percent above the 2021 drought‑affected harvest. In Türkiye , the Turkish Grain Board (TMO) plays an important role in the grain market. TMO, founded in 1938, is a limited liability and autonomous state economic enterprise running on state capital in accordance. The mission of TMO is defined as “taking protective measures for producers and consumers by regulating agricultural products markets, especially the grain market, within its field of business and keeping stocks for states of emergency.” TMO acts as a buffer stock agency to stabilize producer and consumer prices in wheat production.
The Government of Turkey applies high tariffs on grains to protect the domestic market and therefore there is a considerable price difference between domestic and international grains.
However, the government encourages flour exports by exempting wheat imports from tariffs under the Inward Processing Regime policy if the value-added processed flour is exported. According to the World Customs Organization, “inward processing” means the Customs procedure under which certain goods can be brought into a Customs territory conditionally relieved from payment of import duties and taxes, on the basis that such goods are intended for manufacturing, processing, or repair and subsequent exportation. The purpose of the Inward Processing Regime can be expressed as boosting exports by providing raw materials prices on world markets, bringing exporting products a competitive edge in the international markets, and improving and diversifying export markets.
For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
See attached milling assessment here: 2.7 Milling Assessment Ozmen Un
Türkiye - 2.7.2 Milling Assessment - Beşler
The final agricultural production estimates by the Turkish Statistical Institute, issued in December 2022, put the 2022 cereal output at 38.4 million tonnes, 10 percent above the five‑year average and over 20 percent above the 2021 drought‑affected harvest. In Türkiye, the Turkish Grain Board (TMO) plays an important role in the grain market. TMO, founded in 1938, is a limited liability and autonomous state economic enterprise running on state capital in accordance. The mission of TMO is defined as “taking protective measures for producers and consumers by regulating agricultural products markets, especially the grain market, within its field of business and keeping stocks for states of emergency.” TMO acts as a buffer stock agency to stabilize producer and consumer prices in wheat production.
The Government of Türkiye applies high tariffs on grains to protect the domestic market and therefore there is a considerable price difference between domestic and international grains.
However, the government encourages flour exports by exempting wheat imports from tariffs under the Inward Processing Regime policy if the value-added processed flour is exported. According to the World Customs Organization, “inward processing” means the Customs procedure under which certain goods can be brought into a Customs territory conditionally relieved from payment of import duties and taxes, on the basis that such goods are intended for manufacturing, processing, or repair and subsequent exportation. The purpose of the Inward Processing Regime can be expressed as boosting exports by providing raw materials prices on world markets, bringing exporting products a competitive edge in the international markets, and improving and diversifying export markets.
For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
See attached milling assessment here: 2.7.2 Milling Assessment - Beşler
Türkiye - 2.7.3 Milling Assessment - Eksun Un
The final agricultural production estimates by the Turkish Statistical Institute, issued in December 2022, put the 2022 cereal output at 38.4 million tonnes, 10 percent above the five‑year average and over 20 percent above the 2021 drought‑affected harvest. In Türkiye, the Turkish Grain Board (TMO) plays an important role in the grain market. TMO, founded in 1938, is a limited liability and autonomous state economic enterprise running on state capital in accordance. The mission of TMO is defined as “taking protective measures for producers and consumers by regulating agricultural products markets, especially the grain market, within its field of business and keeping stocks for states of emergency.” TMO acts as a buffer stock agency to stabilize producer and consumer prices in wheat production.
The Government of Türkiye applies high tariffs on grains to protect the domestic market and therefore there is a considerable price difference between domestic and international grains.
However, the government encourages flour exports by exempting wheat imports from tariffs under the Inward Processing Regime policy if the value-added processed flour is exported. According to the World Customs Organization, “inward processing” means the Customs procedure under which certain goods can be brought into a Customs territory conditionally relieved from payment of import duties and taxes, on the basis that such goods are intended for manufacturing, processing, or repair and subsequent exportation. The purpose of the Inward Processing Regime can be expressed as boosting exports by providing raw materials prices on world markets, bringing exporting products a competitive edge in the international markets, and improving and diversifying export markets.
For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List
See attached milling assessment here: 2.7 Milling Assessment - Eksun Un
Türkiye - 2.7.4 Milling Assessment - Ozmermer Un
The final agricultural production estimates by the Turkish Statistical Institute, issued in December 2022, put the 2022 cereal output at 38.4 million tonnes, 10 percent above the five‑year average and over 20 percent above the 2021 drought‑affected harvest. In Türkiye, the Turkish Grain Board (TMO) plays an important role in the grain market. TMO, founded in 1938, is a limited liability and autonomous state economic enterprise running on state capital in accordance. The mission of TMO is defined as “taking protective measures for producers and consumers by regulating agricultural products markets, especially the grain market, within its field of business and keeping stocks for states of emergency.” TMO acts as a buffer stock agency to stabilize producer and consumer prices in wheat production.
The Government of Türkiye applies high tariffs on grains to protect the domestic market and therefore there is a considerable price difference between domestic and international grains.
However, the government encourages flour exports by exempting wheat imports from tariffs under the Inward Processing Regime policy if the value-added processed flour is exported. According to the World Customs Organization, “inward processing” means the Customs procedure under which certain goods can be brought into a Customs territory conditionally relieved from payment of import duties and taxes, on the basis that such goods are intended for manufacturing, processing, or repair and subsequent exportation. The purpose of the Inward Processing Regime can be expressed as boosting exports by providing raw materials prices on world markets, bringing exporting products a competitive edge in the international markets, and improving and diversifying export markets.
For more information on milling company contact details, please see the following link: 4.6 Storage and Milling Companies Contact List