Port of Tartus

SYTTS🇸🇾Syrian Arab Republic

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About Port of Tartus

Also known as: Marfa' Murni, Marfa’ Murnī, Tartous Port, Tartus Port, mrfa mrny, مرفأ مرني

Tartus is a major port on the Mediterranean coast of Syria. It serves as a key maritime gateway for the country, handling various cargo types. The port accommodates a range of vessel sizes and is a significant operational hub.

Background
Tartus is a major port city on the Mediterranean coast of Syria. It is the second largest port city in Syria, and the largest city in Tartus Governorate. Tartus was under the governance of Latakia Governorate until the 1970s, when it became a separate governorate. The population is 458,327. In the summer it is a vacation spot for many Syrians.

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Vessel Limits

Elevation
5m

Operations & Services

Terminals
1

References & Identifiers

GeoNames ID
7526649 →
Wikidata
Q174916 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tartous-city.gov.sy →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

UN/LOCODE
SYTTS
Country
🇸🇾Syrian Arab Republic
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port

Region

Subdivision
SY-TA
Area
East Mediterranean
Latitude
34.9054°
Longitude
35.8549°

Terminals

TARTOUS INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL

TARTOUS INTERNATIONAL CONTAINER TERMINAL JSC - TICT

Almeena Street, Tartous, Syria

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tartus?

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The approach to Tartus is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Baniyas Lighthouse at 14.9 NM to the NNE. Other aids include Jazirat Ramkin (25 NM S), Burj es-Sabaa (Tower of Lions) (27.4 NM S), Lattakia (37.6 NM N), Arwad (37.7 NM N). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tartus?

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The Port of Tartus is located within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. This strategic position influences vessel traffic density, anchorage availability, and port scheduling.

How do I track vessels arriving at or departing from the Port of Tartus?

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You can track vessels near Tartus (SYTTS) in real time using MarineRadar. The platform displays live AIS positions of nearby ships, including vessel name, type, flag, speed, and course.

Where is the Port of Tartus?

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The Port of Tartus is a port in SY. Its UN/LOCODE is SYTTS — the five-character code the UNECE assigns to trade and transport locations, and the identifier used on shipping documents and in port calls.

What does the UN/LOCODE SYTTS mean?

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The first two characters, SY, are the ISO country code for SY. The remaining three identify the location within that country. The code is issued by the United Nations Economic Commission for Europe and is the international standard for naming ports in trade and transport systems.

What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tartus?

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The Port of Tartus operates in the UTC+3 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.