Port of Istanbul

TRIST🇹🇷Turkey

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About Port of Istanbul

Also known as: Istanbul

Located on the Bosporus in Istanbul, Turkey, this port serves as a significant passenger terminal for cruise liners. It comprises the Galata and Salıpazarı piers, integrated into the Galataport development.

Background
The Port of Istanbul is a passenger terminal for cruise liners, which is situated in the Karaköy neighborhood of the Beyoğlu district in Istanbul, Turkey. It consists of two adjoining piers, the Galata Pier and the Salıpazarı Pier, extending from the Galata Bridge on the Golden Horn to Salıpazarı on the west coast of the Bosporus. It is owned and operated by the state-owned Turkish Maritime Organization (TDİ). The terminal is now integrated into the 400,000-square-metre (4,300,000 sq ft) Galataport mixed-use development which also includes 250 shops and restaurants, hotels, the Istanbul Modern art museum, and other cultural and entertainment facilities; and hosts festivals.

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
13ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

Port of Entry
Yes
Pilotage Compulsory
Yes
Tug Assistance
Yes
Cranes
Mobile, Floating
Drydock
Small
Repair Code
B
Terminals
3

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
43420 →
GeoNames ID
13435498 →
Wikidata
Q7231163 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Canal
Harbor Type
Lake or canal
Shelter
Fair

Region

Subdivision
TR-34
Area
Black Sea
Sub-area
Marmara Sea
Latitude
41.0941°
Longitude
29.0358°

Terminals (3)

KUMPORT TERMINAL

KUMPORT LIMAN HIZMETLERI VE LOJISTIK SANAYI VE TICARET A.S.

Marmara Mahallesi Liman Cad. No:43 34524 Beylikdüzü/Istanbul, Turkey

www.kumport.com.tr →

MARDAS TERMINAL, AMBARLI PORT

MARDAS MARMARA DENIZ ISLETMECILIGI A.S.

Ambarli Liman Tesisleri Mardas Iskelesi, 34524 Beylikdüzü/Istanbul, Turkey

www.mardas.com.tr →

MARPORT TERMINAL

MARPORT LIMAN ISLETMELERI SANAYI VE TICARET A.S.

Marmara Mahallesi Limanlar Yolu Caddesi No:53, 34526 Beylikdüzü/Istanbul, Turkey

marport.com.tr →
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Frequently Asked Questions

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

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The approach to Istanbul is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Balta Limanı Lighthouse at 0.9 NM to the ENE. Other aids include Aşiyan Burnu (1.2 NM SE), Kandilli Burnu (1.5 NM SE), Kanlıca Burnu (1.5 NM ENE), Arnavutköy (1.6 NM SSE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.

What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Istanbul?

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The Port of Istanbul 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 Istanbul?

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You can track vessels near Istanbul (TRIST) 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 Istanbul?

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The Port of Istanbul is a port in TR. Its UN/LOCODE is TRIST — 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 TRIST mean?

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The first two characters, TR, are the ISO country code for TR. 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 Istanbul?

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The Port of Istanbul 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.