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Port of Erdek

TRERK🇹🇷Turkey

Port Location

About Port of Erdek

Also known as: Erdek

Erdek is a small, sheltered coastal port on the southern Sea of Marmara in Turkey. It handles container vessels and offers wharf and anchorage loading/offloading facilities.

Background
Erdek is a municipality and district of Balıkesir Province, Turkey. Its area is 307 km2, and its population is 32,021 (2024). Located on the Kapıdağ Peninsula, on the north coast of the Gulf of Erdek at the south of the Sea of Marmara, Erdek is a popular domestic holiday destination with several hotels dating back to the 1960s. The surrounding area has a rugged geology and topography with evergreen wooded areas and large olive groves. It is dominated by Mt Dindymus (782m). Erdek district also included the islands of Koyun and Paşalimanı.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
14m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
No
Tug Assistance
Unknown
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
44660 →
GeoNames ID
11361417 →
Wikidata
Q177298 →
Wikipedia
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Identification

UN/LOCODE
TRERK
Country
🇹🇷Turkey
Time Zone
UTC+3
Feature Type
PRT (Port)

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal natural
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
TR-10
Area
Black Sea
Sub-area
Marmara Sea
Body of Water
Sea of Marmara
Latitude
40.3889°
Longitude
27.8002°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Erdek?+
The approach to Erdek is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Balyos Lighthouse at 8.3 NM to the NW. Other aids include Kapsüle Burnu (12 NM ENE), Fener Adası (13 NM ENE), Asmalı (14.7 NM N), Ekinlik (16.5 NM WNW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Erdek?+
The Port of Erdek 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 Erdek?+
You can track vessels near Erdek (TRERK) 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 TRERK on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Erdek?+
The Port of Erdek 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.
What is the Port of Erdek?+
ERDEK (UN/Locode: TRERK), Turkey is a seaport located at approximately 40.38894° N, 27.80017° E.
Where is the Port of Erdek located?+
Coordinates: 40.38894° N, 27.80017° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BANDIRMA — UN/Locode: TRBDM — 40.35658° N, 27.96376° ESARAYLAR — UN/Locode: TRSRL — 40.65652° N, 27.66344° EKARABIGA — UN/Locode: TRKRB — 40.40206° N, 27.30866° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Erdek?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Natural and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading, anchorage loading/offloading, good holding ground and turning area. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 17.1m - 18.2m and cargo pier depth 3.4m - 4.6m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Erdek?+
Entrance/operational restrictions — tide: no specific restriction; swell: no specific restriction; ice: none; overhead limits: none and other: may apply.
What are the communications and port formalities at the Port of Erdek?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): not available; air services: available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: not available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: not available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Erdek?+
Vessel types historically calling: Container.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Erdek?+
Ship suppliers include Ozgen Ship Supply, Umut Marine Ship & Yacht Supplier and Arma Int'l Ship Supply Inc. + more.
Which service providers operate at the Port of Erdek?+
Service providers include Bravo Ship Agencies & Services Co..