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Port of Hopa

TRHOP🇹🇷Turkey

Port Location

About Port of Hopa

Also known as: Hopa

Hopa is a small coastal breakwater port on Turkey's Black Sea coast, near the Georgian border. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, and tankers, with facilities including mobile, fixed, and floating cranes. Pilotage and tug assistance are compulsory.

Background
Hopa, is a town in Artvin Province in northeast Turkey. It is located on the eastern Turkish Black Sea coast about 67 km (42 mi) from the city of Artvin and 18 kilometres from the border with Georgia. It is the seat of Hopa District. Its population is 23,846 (2021).

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Tidal Range
1ft

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
No
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Fixed, Mobile, Floating
Drydock
U
Repair Code
C

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
44370 →
GeoNames ID
11361401 →
Wikidata
Q657127 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
hopa.bel.tr →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
TR-08
Area
Black Sea
Body of Water
Black Sea
Latitude
41.4140°
Longitude
41.4330°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Hopa?+
The approach to Hopa is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Hopa Inner Breakwater Lighthouse at 0.1 NM to the WNW. Other aids include Hopa (0.2 NM WNW), Hopa Outer Breakwater (0.4 NM NNW), Sarp (8.3 NM NE), Sarp (8.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What sea or ocean is the Port of Hopa on?+
The Port of Hopa is situated on the Black Sea in TR. 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 Hopa?+
You can track vessels near Hopa (TRHOP) 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 TRHOP on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Hopa?+
The Port of Hopa 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 Hopa?+
HOPA (UN/Locode: TRHOP), Turkey is a seaport located at approximately 41.41400° N, 41.43300° E.
Where is the Port of Hopa located?+
Coordinates: 41.41400° N, 41.43300° E. Nearby terminals/ports:BATUMI — UN/Locode: GEBUS — 41.65100° N, 41.65450° EPOTI — UN/Locode: GEPTI — 42.15500° N, 41.65600° ERIZE — UN/Locode: TRRIZ — 41.03366° N, 40.52032° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Hopa?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Cranes: mobile cranes, fixed cranes and floating cranes. Lifting: 0–24 MT lifts and 25–49 MT lifts. Support: wharf loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 23.2m - OVER and cargo pier depth 7.1m - 9.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Hopa?+
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 Hopa?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: not available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: compulsory; tug assistance: available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Hopa?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo and Tanker.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Hopa?+
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 Hopa?+
Service providers include Bravo Ship Agencies & Services Co., BEST MARINE SERVICES TURKEY and Istanbul Teknik Marine.