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Port of Tasucu

TRTAS🇹🇷Turkey

Port Location

About Port of Tasucu

Also known as: Tasucu

Located on the Mediterranean coast of Turkey, Tasucu is a small coastal port. It handles bulk carriers, general cargo, passenger vessels, Ro-Ro, and tankers. The port features wharf and anchorage loading/offloading facilities.

Background
Taşucu is a neighbourhood in the municipality and district of Silifke, Mersin Province, Turkey. Its population is 15,184 (2022). Before the 2013 reorganisation, it was a town (belde). It had obtained the status of belde after the local elections in Turkey, 1955.

Current Conditions

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Vessel Limits

Channel Depth
23ft
Elevation
1m

Operations & Services

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

References & Identifiers

WPI No.
44850 →
GeoNames ID
13435500 →
Wikidata
Q287715 →
Wikipedia
Read on Wikipedia →
Official Site
www.tasuculimani.com →
OpenStreetMap
View on OSM →

Identification

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

Classification

Type
Port
Harbor Type
Coastal breakwater
Shelter
Good

Region

Subdivision
TR-33
Area
East Mediterranean
Body of Water
Mediterranean Sea
Latitude
36.3115°
Longitude
33.8873°

Nearby Vessels

Flag
Type
Name
Dist.
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Frequently Asked Questions

How do I navigate the approach to the Port of Tasucu?+
The approach to Tasucu is supported by 4 navigation aids within 50 nautical miles. The nearest is Mersin Limanı Range Rear Lighthouse at 14.5 NM to the SW. Other aids include Yarim Adası (14.5 NM SW), Mersin (45.3 NM NE), Mersin Limanı Range Front (47.7 NM NE). Mariners should consult the relevant chart and List of Lights for full approach details.
What major shipping routes pass near the Port of Tasucu?+
The Port of Tasucu 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 Tasucu?+
You can track vessels near Tasucu (TRTAS) 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 TRTAS on the live map.
What are the operating hours and time zone for the Port of Tasucu?+
The Port of Tasucu 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 Tasucu?+
TASUCU (UN/Locode: TRTAS), Turkey is a seaport located at approximately 36.31150° N, 33.88725° E.
Where is the Port of Tasucu located?+
Coordinates: 36.31150° N, 33.88725° E. Nearby terminals/ports:YESILOVACIK — UN/Locode: TRYIK — 36.18000° N, 33.66000° EMERSIN — UN/Locode: TRMER — 36.79745° N, 34.65117° EANAMUR — UN/Locode: TRANA — 36.05978° N, 32.84268° E
What facilities are available at the Port of Tasucu?+
Harbor type/size: Coastal Breakwater and Very Small. Support: wharf loading/offloading and anchorage loading/offloading. Depths: channel depth 23.2m - OVER; anchorage depth 7.1m - 9.1m and cargo pier depth 4.9m - 6.1m.
What are the operational restrictions at the Port of Tasucu?+
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 Tasucu?+
Communication & port formalities — telephone: available; radio (VHF): available; air services: not available; rail: not available; ETA message: required; quarantine pratique: available; deratting certificate: not available and first port of entry: not available. Pilotage & towage — pilotage: available; tug assistance: not available and tug salvage: not available.
What types of vessels historically call at the Port of Tasucu?+
Vessel types historically calling: Bulk Carrier, General Cargo, Passenger, Ro Ro and Tanker.
Who are the ship suppliers at the Port of Tasucu?+
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 Tasucu?+
Service providers include Skywater Maritime, Bravo Ship Agencies & Services Co. and Istanbul Teknik Marine.