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Port of Kartal

TRKAR🇹🇷TR

Port Location

About Port of Kartal

The Port of Kartal (TRKAR) is a maritime port facility located in TR.. Local time zone: UTC+3.

Position: 40.8822°N, 29.2050°E. UN/LOCODE: TRKAR.

Geographic context: The Port of Kartal is situated on the Mediterranean Sea, within the Mediterranean East-West corridor — a major trade route spanning the Mediterranean from Gibraltar to the Suez Canal. The location falls within the temperate maritime climate zone.

Vessel Limits

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General Information

Port Name
Kartal
Country
🇹🇷TR
UNLOCODE
TRKAR
Time Zone
UTC+3
Latitude
40.8822°
Longitude
29.2050°

Navigation Aids Near Kartal

Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse

5.7 NMSE

Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses Lighthouse

10.8 NMNW

Çengelköy Lighthouse

12.4 NMNW

İstanbul Province: Southwest İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse

12.4 NMNW

Defterdar Burnu Lighthouse

12.7 NMNW

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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Kartal?+
The approach to Kartal is supported by 5 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Southeast İstanbul Lighthouses Lighthouse at 5.7 NM to the SE. Other aids include Bosporus Asiatic Side Lighthouses (10.8 NM NW), Çengelköy (12.4 NM NW), İstanbul Province: Southwest İstanbul Lighthouses (12.4 NM NW), Defterdar Burnu (12.7 NM NW). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Kartal?+
The Port of Kartal 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 Kartal?+
You can track vessels near Kartal (TRKAR) 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 TRKAR on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Kartal?+
The Port of Kartal 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.