UN/LOCODE: TRMAR📍 Turkey

Port of Marmara Ereglisi (UN/LOCODE TRMAR)

❖ Coordinates: 41.0414°N, 27.9015°E

❖ Time Zone: Europe/Istanbul

❖ UN/LOCODE: TRMAR

## About the Port Marmara Ereğlisi Port (UN/LOCODE: TRMAR) is a multi-purpose harbor at 41.041446° N, 27.9014654° E on the northern Marmara Sea coast in Tekirdağ Province, Turkey. Operating in the Europe/Istanbul timezone (UTC+03:00), the port is officially listed in the UNECE UN/LOCODE directory [https://unece.org/trade/unlocode] as a recognized customs facility. It provides all-weather berthing for vessels up to 40,000 DWT, with alongside depths of 9–11.5 m. The terminal integrates liquid bulk, dry bulk, and general cargo operations serving the Thrace–Istanbul industrial corridor. Its location 90 km west of the Bosphorus allows efficient transit between the Black Sea, Aegean, and Mediterranean via the Turkish Straits. ### Geographical Context The harbor is sheltered by a 650 m rubble-mound breakwater. Negligible tides (≤0.5 m) and predominantly northeasterly winds yield >330 operational days yearly. Approaches are VTS-monitored, accommodating Panamax-class tankers and bulk carriers. ## History The port area corresponds to ancient Perinthus (later Heraclea), a Hellenistic and Roman maritime center on the Thracian coast. Organized port infrastructure, however, is a 20th-century construct driven by Republican-era industrialization. ### Modern Development Commercial quays emerged in the 1980s for cement and grain exports. The 1990s saw construction of liquid-bulk tank farms, converting TRMAR into a key outlet for imported oil products and chemicals. Dredging and breakwater upgrades in the 2000s increased vessel acceptance, cementing its role in the Marmara logistics network. ## Infrastructure & Facilities The port features approximately 1,150 m of linear quay divided into liquid, dry bulk, and breakbulk berths, with more than 250,000 m² of terminal apron. ### Quay and Berthing Four berths (9.0–11.5 m depth) accommodate vessels up to 180 m LOA. Dolphin structures support hazardous liquid transfers; fender systems rated for 25 kJ absorption mitigate berthing stresses. ### Storage and Handling Onsite tankage exceeds 120,000 m³, including heated and inerted chemical tanks. Dry bulk is managed via pneumatic unloaders and 25 t grabs; general cargo is served by 100 t mobile cranes. Warehousing comprises 20,000 m² covered and 150,000 m² open storage. The ISPS-compliant port holds ISO 9001/14001 certifications. ### Connectivity The O-3 (TEM) motorway links the port to Istanbul, Edirne, and Bulgarian border crossings. Absent a direct rail spur, trucking dominates, enabling a 90-minute hinterland reach to Thrace and the Istanbul metro area. ## Economic Importance Marmara Ereğlisi Port is a pivotal component of Turkey’s Marmara regional logistics system. By absorbing cargo flows that would otherwise congest the saturated Istanbul strait-side terminals, TRMAR reduces supply chain latency for northwestern Anatolia. The port underpins local value chains in petrochemicals, food processing, and construction materials. According to UNCTAD’s maritime transport analyses [https://unctad.org/topic/transport-and-trade-logistics/maritime-transport], secondary ports such as Marmara Ereğlisi enhance national resilience by diversifying gateway capacity and de-risking Turkish Straits congestion. Annual throughput is estimated between 4 and 6 million tonnes, sustained by approximately 500 vessel calls per year, generating several hundred direct employments and stimulating ancillary tug, agency, and warehousing services in Tekirdağ Province. ### Industrial Symbiosis Proximity to Çorlu and Çerkezköy organized industrial zones enables just-in-time delivery of imported intermediates, bolstering export competitiveness in textiles, automotive components, and processed foods. ## Trade Routes & Major Cargo The port’s routing profile is defined by its position on the Marmara transit arc. Vessels departing TRMAR transit the Bosphorus northward to Black Sea ports (Novorossiysk, Constanta, Odessa) or southward to the Aegean and Mediterranean (Piraeus, Gemlik, Izmir). Short-sea feeders link to Bandırma and Ambarlı. Typical transit times are 4–8 hours to Istanbul Ambarlı, 12–18 hours to Black Sea terminals, and 24–36 hours to Greek Aegean ports. The port is not a dedicated container facility but accommodates sporadic box traffic via multipurpose gear. ### Commodity Profile Liquid bulk (~55% of tonnage) dominates: refined petroleum products, base oils, and chemicals such as caustic soda and ethylene glycol. Dry bulk inbound consists of thermal coal, clinker, fertilizers, and cereals; outbound flows include cement, steel coils, and machinery. Project cargo for regional wind-energy installations is a growing niche. The port’s sheltered geography and balanced commodity mix affirm its status as a resilient, mid-sized Turkish maritime asset.

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UN/LOCODE

TRMAR

Country

Turkey

Province / Region

Tekirdag

Latitude

41.041446

Longitude

27.901465

Timezone

Europe/Istanbul

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the UN/LOCODE for Port of Marmara Ereglisi?

The official UN/LOCODE for Port of Marmara Ereglisi is TRMAR.

Where is Port of Marmara Ereglisi located?

The Port of Marmara Ereglisi is located in Turkey, Tekirdag. Its coordinates are 41.0414°N, 27.9015°E.

What time zone is Port of Marmara Ereglisi in?

Port of Marmara Ereglisi operates in the Europe/Istanbul time zone.

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