Cyprus has 24 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database, supporting Eastern Mediterranean container, bulk, project and feeder shipping.
Review indexed port records, UN/LOCODE references, regional cargo roles and current shipping considerations for Cyprus.
Cyprus is an Eastern Mediterranean maritime hub positioned on services linking Europe, the Middle East, North Africa and the wider Mediterranean. Indexed coverage and official national statistics are separate measures: the figures below distinguish the Ecer Freight database from externally reported port indicators.
How many seaports does Cyprus have?
Cyprus has 24 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its October 2026 database snapshot. This is an indexed-coverage count, not a claim that every location is an active commercial deep-sea port.
Which indexed port records are most prominent?
The leading indexed records supplied for this page are Nacala (MZMNC), Maputo (MZMAP), Beira (MZBRA), Beira (MZBEW), Maputo (MZMPM) and Nacala (MZNAC). Port-level operational status and country attribution should be confirmed against the current UNECE or port-authority record before booking.
Which areas drive Cyprus maritime cargo?
Cyprus cargo is concentrated around the southern commercial-port corridor, especially Limassol and Larnaca, with Eastern Mediterranean feeder and regional distribution links. The indexed sample should be treated as a database coverage list and verified before assigning a local code.
The records below are shown in the supplied Ecer Freight activity order. The supplied sample contains records whose codes begin with MZ; therefore, no Cyprus-specific world ranking or 2025 throughput figure is assigned to these records without source reconciliation.
Indexed records supplied for the Cyprus page; throughput and ranking require source confirmation.
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Nacala | MZMNC | — | — | Indexed sample; country attribution to verify |
| — | Maputo | MZMAP | — | — | Indexed sample; country attribution to verify |
| — | Beira | MZBRA | — | — | Indexed sample; country attribution to verify |
| — | Beira | MZBEW | — | — | Indexed sample; country attribution to verify |
| — | Maputo | MZMPM | — | — | Indexed sample; country attribution to verify |
| — | Nacala | MZNAC | — | — | Indexed sample; country attribution to verify |
Cyprus port planning is generally organised around the southern and eastern Mediterranean coastline. Because the supplied database sample contains records with MZ prefixes, the tables below preserve the supplied names and codes and flag the need for code validation.
Limassol is generally the principal container and commercial shipping gateway for Cyprus, while Larnaca serves regional commercial, passenger and support functions. Neither location appears in the supplied sample records.
Supplied indexed records requiring country and code verification.
Cyprus connects with Mediterranean feeder networks and transshipment services. Sailing schedules, terminal windows and equipment availability are typically subject to carrier confirmation.
Supplied indexed records requiring country and code verification.
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Nacala | MZMNC | Nacala / — | Regional cargo record; verify country and service role |
| Nacala | MZNAC | Nacala / — | Port record; verify terminal-level identity and country |
| Beira | MZBRA | Beira / — | General cargo record; verify country |
| Beira | MZBEW | Beira / — | Port record; verify terminal-level identity and country |
Cyprus cargo planning can include bulk, project and breakbulk movements in addition to containers. Port suitability depends on draft, berth equipment, customs procedures and final delivery location.
Additional supplied records requiring source reconciliation.
A Cyprus UN/LOCODE normally uses the country prefix CY followed by a three-character location identifier. The supplied sample for this page contains MZ-prefixed records, so those records should not be treated as confirmed Cyprus codes without reconciliation.
A city-level code may identify a broader port locality, while a terminal-level record can distinguish a specific facility, berth or operational site. Duplicate names do not necessarily indicate interchangeable terminals.
Compare the code, location name and facility details with the UNECE UN/LOCODE directory and the latest records in the Ecer Freight port directory before preparing shipping documents.
Cyprus trade lanes are typically structured around Mediterranean feeder connections, European mainline gateways, Middle Eastern markets and North African distribution points. Transit times depend on the carrier rotation, transshipment hub, equipment and customs routing.
Containerised exports and imports generally move through Mediterranean feeder networks to Northern European hubs.
Short-sea and feeder services connect Cyprus with Levant, Türkiye and Gulf gateways, often via a regional hub.
Asia–Cyprus cargo is commonly routed through a Mediterranean or Middle Eastern transshipment hub rather than a direct call.
Regional cargo may move by feeder or short-sea services to North African gateways, with schedules varying by season and carrier network.
This page separates first-party indexed coverage from official statistics and international port rankings. Figures are included only where a comparable public source is available; otherwise the page identifies the limitation rather than inferring a value.
Cyprus has 24 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the October 2026 database snapshot. The count reflects indexed coverage and may include port, terminal or location records.
Limassol is generally regarded as Cyprus's principal commercial and container gateway. Current throughput, berth utilisation and carrier rankings should be confirmed with the Cyprus Ports Authority and the relevant terminal operator.
A Cyprus UN/LOCODE normally begins with CY and is followed by three characters. The supplied sample contains MZ-prefixed records, so those records require reconciliation before being used as Cyprus codes.
The southern commercial-port corridor around Limassol and Larnaca is central to Cyprus shipping, while feeder services connect Cyprus with the Eastern Mediterranean, Europe, the Middle East and North Africa.
The first-party indexed count is based on the Oct 2026 snapshot. The latest complete statistical year used for this page is 2025; official port figures may be published at different intervals and are subject to revision.
Yes. Shippers can compare FCL and LCL options through the relevant quotation pages. Final pricing depends on origin, destination, equipment, cargo details, schedule, surcharges and customs requirements.
Yes. The code, port name, terminal, country prefix, sailing schedule and consignee delivery location should be checked against current carrier and official directory information before shipping documents are issued.
Editorial note: This Cyprus guide combines the Ecer Freight port database snapshot dated Oct 2026 with publicly available official and international reference sources. Indexed coverage is reviewed as the database changes, while throughput, berth and trade indicators are updated when a comparable official release becomes available; shipping schedules and operational details remain subject to confirmation.
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