Port of Porto

Porto, officially designated with UN/LOCODE PTOPO, represents one of Portugal's most historically significant maritime gateways situated within the Porto District at coordinates 41.15°N, 8.62°W. Operating under Europe/Lisbon timezone, this strategic Atlantic port serves as a vital commercial hub connecting the Douro River estuary to international shipping routes, facilitating extensive cargo handling operations including wine, chemicals, and general merchandise. The port complex encompasses multiple terminals and storage facilities while maintaining close integration with regional logistics networks spanning northern Portugal's industrial corridors. Its deep-water access and infrastructure compatibility with Panamax vessels establish Porto as a critical node in Iberian maritime commerce, supporting both containerized and bulk cargo throughput exceeding millions of tons annually through its managed docks and specialized berthing facilities.