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GEPTI Poti Port
Poti Port is the major seaport of Poti, in the city of Potiin Georgia. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is GEPTI.

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Port Code

GEPTI

Name

Poti

Country / Region

Georgia

City

Poti

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Main Port

Latitude

41.6560000

Longitude

42.1553000

Est. Unit Price

$60/m³ $3800/20GP Book Now

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Poti Port (GEPTI) Overview

Poti Sea Port is a multipurpose seaport on Georgia’s eastern Black Sea coast, at the mouth of the Rioni River in the city of Poti. It is a maritime gateway for Georgian trade and an important land-sea connection toward Armenia, Azerbaijan, the Caspian region and Central Asia. The port handles containerized cargo, liquid cargo, dry bulk, general cargo and passenger-ferry traffic. The supplied port record identifies 15 berths, approximately 2,900 metres of total quay length, more than 20 quay cranes and around 17 km of rail track. Our service team treats Poti as a multimodal Black Sea gateway: the final routing decision should combine vessel availability, cargo characteristics, customs requirements and inland transport conditions rather than relying on port selection alone.

UN/LOCODE: GEPTI | City: Poti | Country: Georgia | Coordinates: 42.1553° E, 41.6560° N

Key Highlights

Black Sea gateway

Provides a practical maritime entry point for Georgia and onward cargo movements toward the South Caucasus and Caspian-facing markets.

Multimodal profile

Container, liquid, dry bulk, general cargo and ferry-related operations can be coordinated with road and rail inland legs.

Rail-connected hinterland

The supplied port data records rail infrastructure linking the port with Georgia’s national railway network; final routing remains cargo- and schedule-dependent.

Transshipment sensitivity

Connections through other Black Sea and Mediterranean gateways may involve transshipment, port rotation changes and separate documentation controls.

Facilities & Services

Area	Operational relevance for shippers
Berths and quay	The supplied port record states 15 berths and approximately 2,900 metres of total quay length. Berth assignment, cargo acceptance and working windows must be confirmed for each booking.
Container handling	The record identifies more than 20 quay cranes. Actual equipment allocation, lifting limits, reefer arrangements and terminal cut-offs should be checked against the confirmed sailing.
Rail connection	Approximately 17 km of rail track is recorded within the port data, with connection to Georgia’s railway network. Rail wagon availability and inland terminal acceptance require separate confirmation.
Bulk and liquid cargo	The port handles dry bulk and liquid cargo in addition to containers. Product classification, packaging, tank suitability and terminal acceptance are cargo-specific.
Road and cargo coordination	Our team can coordinate trucking, terminal appointments, customs brokerage and delivery planning, subject to local capacity, border procedures and consignee readiness.

Routes & Logistics Transit Considerations

Poti cargo may be arranged through Black Sea gateway networks and onward feeder or transshipment connections. The available routing, carrier nomination and port rotation must be verified at quotation and booking stage.
For China and other Asian origins, the total transit period normally depends on the selected hub, transshipment sequence, vessel schedule and whether the cargo moves by rail or road after discharge.
For cargo destined for Armenia, Azerbaijan, Georgia or Central Asian markets, the sea leg is only one part of the schedule; border procedures, inland capacity, ferry or land-corridor connections and document readiness can materially affect delivery.
Weather in the Black Sea, port congestion, equipment imbalance, customs inspection and changes to connecting services may extend the planned transit time. Our team provides a schedule range only after receiving the cargo profile and final destination.

Transit times shown in a quotation are planning estimates, not guaranteed delivery commitments. Vessel space, transshipment and inland arrangements should be reconfirmed before cargo handover.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland

Georgia is the immediate market. The port also supports land-connected cargo flows toward Armenia and Azerbaijan, with further planning required for Caspian and Central Asian destinations.

Containerized goods

Typical forwarding enquiries may include machinery, industrial inputs, consumer goods, project components and packaged commercial cargo, subject to terminal and customs acceptance.

Bulk and liquid cargo

Dry bulk and liquid cargo are part of the port’s stated multipurpose profile. Correct commodity description, packaging, tank or vessel requirements and safety documentation are essential.

Ferry and corridor cargo

Ferry-linked and multimodal cargo may require synchronized booking, vehicle or trailer details, separate manifest information and coordinated inland delivery arrangements.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-offs: Terminal receiving, VGM, shipping instructions and customs deadlines can differ by vessel and service. Our team obtains the operative cut-off from the carrier or terminal and avoids planning on a generic port deadline.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and safety documentation before booking. Acceptance is subject to carrier and terminal approval.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information and any commodity-specific permits should be consistent. Customs inspection or documentary review may delay release and should be allowed for in the delivery plan.
Inland delivery: Confirm container type, gross weight, dimensions, road restrictions, rail feasibility, border crossing and consignee unloading capability before quoting door delivery to the Caucasus or Central Asia.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the full cargo profile at the enquiry stage: commodity, HS code, packages, dimensions, gross weight, container requirement, hazardous status, final destination and desired delivery term.
For time-sensitive cargo, request at least one alternative routing through another Black Sea or regional gateway. Compare transshipment exposure, inland border handling and total landed logistics cost rather than ocean freight alone.
Use moisture-resistant packaging and secure cargo for possible multimodal handling, especially where containers may be transferred between vessel, rail and truck.
Keep consignee, importer-of-record and customs broker details aligned across the commercial invoice, packing list, bill of lading, manifest and inland documents. Amendments after vessel departure may be restricted or costly.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Poti suitable for container shipments to Georgia?

Yes. Poti is a major Georgian seaport with container handling capability. Our team will check the available carrier service, equipment, cut-offs, customs requirements and final delivery location before confirming the routing.

Can Poti be used for Armenia, Azerbaijan or Central Asia cargo?

It can serve as a maritime gateway for these markets, but the inland leg must be assessed separately. Border procedures, rail or truck availability, transit permissions and the final consignee location can materially change the overall schedule.

What information is required for a Poti freight quotation?

Provide origin, destination, Incoterm, commodity, HS code, package count, dimensions, gross weight, container type, hazardous status, cargo readiness date and delivery address. For project or oversized cargo, drawings and lifting details are also required.

Are dangerous goods accepted through Poti?

Acceptance may be available but is not automatic. Carrier and terminal approval is required, and the booking must include accurate dangerous-goods declarations and supporting documents before the applicable cut-off.

What commonly causes delay after discharge?

Typical causes include customs document discrepancies, inspection, missing release instructions, inland equipment shortages, border congestion, rail or truck scheduling changes and consignee unloading constraints. Our team monitors these stages separately instead of treating port discharge as final delivery.

Data Sources & Provenance

The following scope distinguishes supplied port-record data from operational information that may change by sailing, cargo type or regulatory status.

Port identity and coordinates: supplied port record for UN/LOCODE GEPTI, Poti, Georgia.

Port profile, berth count, quay length, crane count and rail-track figure: supplied port record; operational availability and current terminal arrangements require confirmation for the specific shipment.

Port operator and facility verification: potiport.com and apmterminals.com.

Customs and revenue administration reference: rs.ge.

Railway network reference: railway.ge.

Schedules, cut-offs, equipment, customs procedures, inspection decisions, inland capacity, tariffs and transit times are time-sensitive. Our service team verifies these items with the carrier, terminal, customs broker and inland provider before issuing a binding operational plan.