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Port of Poti

GEPTI🇬🇪Georgia

Port Location

About Port of Poti

Also known as: P'ot'is Navsadguri, Port Poti, Poti, P’ot’is Navsadguri

Poti Sea Port is Georgia's primary gateway on the Black Sea, located at the mouth of the Rioni River. It handles a diverse range of cargo including bulk, containers, and general cargo, serving vessel types from tankers to Ro-Ro ships. The port features mobile, fixed, and floating cranes with lifting capacities up to 100 MT+.

Background
The Poti Sea Port is a major seaport and harbor off the eastern Black Sea coast at the mouth of the Rioni River in Poti, Georgia. Its UN/LOCODE is GEPTI and is located at 42°9′18″N 41°39′16″E

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Max Draft
9.04m
Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

Terminals
2

History

Established
1858

Terminals (2)

APM TERMINALS POTI

APM TERMINALS POTI SEA PORT

52 David Aghmashenebeli Street, Poti 4401, Georgia

www.apmterminals.com →

POTI NEW SEA PORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

POTI NEW SEA PORT CONTAINER TERMINAL

Davitaia-str. 1, 4400 Poti, Georgia

www.pace.ge →

Identification

UN/LOCODE
GEPTI
Country
🇬🇪Georgia
Time Zone
UTC+4
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Area
Black Sea
Body of Water
Black Sea
Latitude
42.1550°
Longitude
41.6560°

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
858001 →
Wikidata
Q2917500 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.apmterminals.com →

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Frequently Asked Questions

What are the draft restrictions at the Port of Poti?+
The controlling depth at Poti is 9.04 meters. Draft restrictions should be confirmed with the port authority before arrival, as silting, dredging operations, and tidal conditions can affect available depths. Pilotage is typically required for larger vessels.
How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Poti?+
The approach to Poti is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Poti Inner Range Front Lighthouse at 0.4 NM to the SSW. Other aids include Kulevi (6.8 NM N), Batumi (30 NM S), Batumi Entrance (30.2 NM S), Batumi (30.3 NM S). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Poti on?+
The Port of Poti is situated on the Black Sea in GE. The area falls within the temperate maritime climate zone, which can influence port operations and seasonal shipping patterns.
How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Poti?+
You can track vessels near Poti (GEPTI) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course. Use the "Track Vessels Nearby" button on this page or search for GEPTI on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Poti?+
The Port of Poti operates in the UTC+4 time zone. Operating hours, VTS schedules, and pilot availability vary — vessel agents should confirm with the port authority in advance, especially for night arrivals or weekend operations.
What is the Port of Poti?+
POTI (UN/Locode: GEPTI), Georgia is a seaport located at approximately 42.15500° N, 41.65600° E.
Where is the Port of Poti located?+
Coordinates: 42.15500° N, 41.65600° E. Nearby terminals/ports:KULEVI — UN/Locode: GEKUL — 42.27385° N, 41.65222° EBATUMI — UN/Locode: GEBUS — 41.65100° N, 41.65450° EHOPA — UN/Locode: TRHOP — 41.41400° N, 41.43300° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Poti?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts, 25–49 MT lifts, 50–100 MT lifts and 100 MT+ lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading and good holding ground. Depths: channel depth 11m - 12.2m; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER; cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m; oil terminal depth 9.4m - 10m and maximum draft approx. 9.04 m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Poti?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: apply and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Poti?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available; first port of entry: available and additional quarantine services available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Poti?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, Container, Gas Carrier, General Cargo, Offshore, Passenger, Ro Ro, Tanker and Unspecified.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Poti?+
Service providers include Cisco Marine Services.