GRAST Port Code Lookup

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DKGRA Grasten Port
Grasten Port is the seaport of Grasten, in the city of Grastenin Denmark. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is DKGRA.

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Port Code

DKGRA

Name

Grasten

Country / Region

Denmark

City

Grasten

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

54.8833333

Longitude

9.5500000

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Grasten (UN/LOCODE: DKGRA) is a small Danish harbour in southern Denmark, positioned on the east coast near the German border at approximately 54.8833333°N, 9.5500000°E. Its logistics profile is regional rather than hub-oriented: the port is used mainly for grain and wood exports, while part of the harbour supports passenger traffic. The supplied port data records approximately 3,000 vessel calls, 20,000 tonnes of grain and 700,000 passengers annually. Recorded vessel parameters are limited to a maximum length of 30 metres and a maximum draught of 2.2 metres. Our service team therefore treats DKGRA as a shallow-draught, small-vessel port requiring advance confirmation of berth suitability, cargo-handling arrangements and onward transport.

Port code	DKGRA
Country / city	Denmark / Grasten
Port type	Small coastal harbour with bulk and passenger use
Coordinates	54.8833333°N, 9.5500000°E
Recorded vessel limit	Maximum length 30 m; maximum draught 2.2 m

Small-port operating model

DKGRA is better suited to local or short-sea cargo flows than to mainline container operations.

Draft-sensitive planning

The 2.2 m recorded maximum draught makes vessel, tide, cargo weight and under-keel clearance checks essential.

Bulk and forestry orientation

Grain and wood are the principal cargo profiles identified in the supplied port data.

Passenger coexistence

Passenger traffic can affect working windows, vehicle access and berth availability; operational confirmation is required before booking.

Facilities & Services

Bulk cargo handling: Grain and timber-related movements are the most relevant cargo scenarios. Loading method, conveyor or crane availability, weighing and dust-control arrangements must be confirmed for each shipment.
General and project cargo: Small parcels of wood, machinery or other breakbulk may be considered subject to lifting capacity, cargo dimensions, quay access and local handling-agent acceptance.
Container cargo: The supplied data does not establish a dedicated container terminal or regular container service at DKGRA. Our team normally assesses a regional gateway or alternative port when FCL handling, reefer connection or empty-equipment positioning is required.
Storage and staging: Temporary storage, covered warehousing, open timber laydown and grain storage should be arranged in advance; do not assume that port-side storage is available for every commodity.
Road collection and delivery: Local trucking can be arranged subject to vehicle size, access restrictions, loading equipment and the availability of a suitable appointment window.
Inspection arrangements: Customs, agricultural or cargo inspections should be coordinated before arrival because a small harbour may have fewer dedicated inspection and examination resources than a major gateway.

Routes & Logistics Transit Planning

Typical trade direction: The port’s location supports regional Danish, Baltic and northern German logistics planning, but the actual routing depends on cargo type, vessel suitability and available local handling capacity.
Feeder or gateway connection: Containerised cargo may need a road connection to a larger Danish or northern European container gateway. The chosen gateway should be evaluated against trucking distance, equipment availability, cut-off rules and total landed cost.
Bulk and wood shipments: Short-sea or coastal vessel arrangements may be more appropriate than standard deep-sea services. Loading sequence, weather, tide and draught restrictions can influence the operational window.
Transit-time qualification: Our service team provides a shipment-specific schedule only after confirming vessel nomination, berth availability, handling arrangements, customs status and inland transport. No fixed transit time or sailing frequency should be assumed for DKGRA.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Immediate hinterland: Southern Denmark and the border-facing area around Grasten are the most logical collection and delivery zones for small-port cargo flows.
Grain: Agricultural commodities may require moisture control, quality documentation, weight records, clean loading equipment and destination-specific import requirements.
Wood and timber: Logs, sawn timber and other forestry products require secure bundling, protection from weather exposure, accurate dimensions and confirmation of lifting and laydown arrangements.
Passenger-related traffic: The reported passenger activity means cargo movements may share access roads or operational areas with passenger movements; truck appointments and delivery sequencing should be coordinated locally.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: DKGRA-specific cargo acceptance, berth and documentation cut-offs must be obtained from the nominated local operator or vessel agent. A standard deep-sea terminal cut-off should not be applied automatically.

Vessel and draught check: Confirm length, beam, arrival draught, tidal restrictions, cargo distribution and under-keel clearance before fixing the vessel or truck plan. The supplied maximum draught is 2.2 m and should be treated as a planning limit, not an unconditional acceptance guarantee.

Commodity compliance: Grain, timber, fumigated cargo, treated wood, chemicals and other regulated goods may require additional declarations, certificates, phytosanitary documents or dangerous-goods procedures. Classification must be completed before booking.

Customs and inspection: Provide commercial invoices, packing lists, transport documents, origin information and commodity codes early. Customs status, agricultural controls and any physical examination must be confirmed according to the actual import, export or transit movement.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the cargo description, HS code, weight, dimensions, packing method, loading point and desired date before requesting a firm routing; this allows us to test both DKGRA feasibility and regional-gateway alternatives.
For grain and timber, confirm moisture protection, cargo securing, weighing, loading equipment, storage period and weather contingency in the quotation stage rather than after vessel nomination.
For containerised cargo, compare an alternative gateway after including empty-container positioning, pre-carriage, terminal handling, customs movement and final delivery—not only the ocean freight component.
Build schedule tolerance into the plan for berth availability, tide, weather, passenger traffic and inspection. Our team can coordinate a local agent and inland carrier once the operational window is confirmed.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can DKGRA handle a standard deep-sea container shipment?

It should not be assumed. The available port data identifies a small harbour and does not establish a dedicated container terminal or regular deep-sea service. Our team will first check local acceptance and, where necessary, quote a road-connected alternative gateway.

What vessel restrictions should be checked first?

Check vessel length and draught, with the supplied recorded limits of 30 metres and 2.2 metres respectively. Beam, tide, cargo distribution, berth availability and the operator’s current restrictions also require confirmation.

Is DKGRA suitable for grain exports?

Yes, grain is one of the principal cargo profiles stated for the harbour. The shipper should still confirm loading equipment, weighing, quality or phytosanitary documentation, storage and the vessel’s compatible draught.

Can timber be shipped through the port?

Wood exports are identified as a main use. Timber dimensions, bundle weights, lifting points, securing method, weather protection and available laydown space should be submitted for local approval before booking.

How should we request a quotation?

Provide cargo type, quantity, packing, dimensions, origin, destination, customs status, target date and whether the movement is vessel, truck or container based. Our service team will compare DKGRA with an appropriate regional gateway when operational conditions require it.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, country, city, coordinates, cargo profile, annual activity figures and recorded vessel parameters in this module are based on the supplied DKGRA port master data. Operational statements are professional planning guidance and remain subject to confirmation from the nominated port contact, vessel agent, carrier, customs authority and inland operator.

For current Danish maritime and navigation requirements, consult the Danish Maritime Authority at dma.dk. For Danish customs and tax procedures, consult the Danish Customs Agency at skat.dk. These domains are provided for regulatory verification; they are not used to infer berth capacity, sailing frequency, handling equipment or current transit times for DKGRA.

Port access, draught, working windows, inspection arrangements, cargo acceptance and local charges can change. Our service team verifies shipment-specific conditions before confirming the final routing.

GRAST Astakos Port
Astakos Port is the seaport of Astakos, in the city of Astakosin Greece. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is GRAST.

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Port Code

GRAST

Name

Astakos

Country / Region

Greece

City

Astakos

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

38.5333333

Longitude

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Port Overview

Astakos, identified by UN/LOCODE GRAST, is a regional seaport on the western coast of Greece in the Ionian Sea area. The supplied port master data records the port and city as ASTAKOS, Greece, with a latitude of 38.5333333. Astakos is better assessed as a specialized or regional cargo gateway than as a large, high-frequency container hub. For international shipments, the practical solution may involve direct port handling where accepted, or connection through a larger Greek or Mediterranean gateway followed by feeder, short-sea, or road delivery. Our platform uses GRAST as the controlling location code and does not treat the current platform record of zero indexed FCL, LCL, or vehicle services as proof that the physical port lacks those capabilities. Equipment, berth acceptance, cargo handling arrangements, and sailing options must be confirmed for each shipment before booking.

Key Highlights

Regional Ionian locationUseful for western Greece cargo, but routing may require a gateway connection rather than a scheduled direct container service.

Non-hub planning profileOur team recommends confirming handling scope, equipment availability, and acceptance conditions before quoting a port-to-port solution.

Road-led inland distributionFor shipments beyond the immediate area, truck availability, road access, delivery windows, and vehicle restrictions can influence the total transit plan.

Project and bulk suitabilityConventional, breakbulk, agricultural, and industrial cargo may require case-by-case operational approval and lifting arrangements.

Facilities & Services

Marine and cargo handling: Port acceptance for general, bulk, project, or other non-containerized cargo should be checked with the local operator or appointed agent before the vessel nomination is finalized.
Container handling: The current platform database does not index an active FCL or LCL service at GRAST. Containerized cargo may therefore need a gateway-port arrangement, subject to carrier and terminal confirmation.
Storage and staging: Temporary storage, open-yard space, palletization, weighing, and cargo segregation are not assumed. Our service team can verify requirements against the cargo profile and local operator response.
Customs and inspection: Customs formalities, documentary checks, physical inspection, and release arrangements depend on the shipment procedure and the competent Greek authorities.
Inland connection: Road pickup and delivery are the primary planning consideration for local cargo. Vehicle size, loading method, route restrictions, and delivery-site access should be checked in advance.

Routes & Transit Times

Routing consideration	Practical planning approach
Asia or long-haul imports	Usually evaluate a Mediterranean or Greek gateway connection first, then arrange onward feeder or road movement where available. Direct coverage is not assumed.
European short-sea cargo	Check whether a carrier accepts GRAST as the final port or whether cargo must be routed through another Ionian, Adriatic, or Greek port.
Domestic Greek cargo	Compare direct road delivery with a port connection based on cargo dimensions, delivery location, border formalities, and handling requirements.
Transit-time control	Actual timing depends on vessel acceptance, transshipment availability, weather, port working windows, customs release, trucking capacity, and destination access. Our quotations should be issued subject to confirmation.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Immediate hinterland: Astakos serves cargo interests in western Greece, particularly the Aetolia-Acarnania area and nearby Ionian-facing markets, with final reach depending on road conditions and delivery requirements.
Typical cargo profile: Regional agricultural products, food-related cargo, construction materials, industrial supplies, machinery, project cargo, and other conventional or bulk shipments may be relevant.
Containerized cargo: Shippers should not assume local empty-container availability, standard equipment positioning, or regular LCL consolidation. Our team will check the nearest viable loading and devanning option.
Out-of-gauge and heavy cargo: Dimensions, gross weight, lifting points, route survey, escort requirements, and delivery-site ground conditions should be reviewed before booking.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Do not apply a standard hub-port CY cut-off to GRAST. The applicable cargo, document, and vessel cut-offs must be obtained from the nominated carrier, local agent, or handling party for each booking.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details, and safety documentation before acceptance. DG approval is required before cargo dispatch.
Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, origin data, customs procedure, and any product-specific permits must be consistent. Customs release is not guaranteed solely by port arrival.
Inspection and inland delivery: Customs examination, port inspection, truck waiting time, restricted delivery access, and re-handling can create additional cost or delay. Our team should receive cargo dimensions, weight, photos, and delivery-site details at the quotation stage.

Shipping Tips

Provide the full cargo profile early: commodity, packages, dimensions, gross weight, stackability, DG status, loading method, and final delivery address.
Ask our service team to compare a GRAST-based solution with a nearby gateway option. A slightly longer inland leg may provide more predictable equipment, sailing frequency, or customs handling.
For machinery and project cargo, prepare drawings, lifting points, center-of-gravity information, packing photographs, and a delivery-site access plan before requesting port acceptance.
Keep the booking conditional until vessel nomination, local handling, cargo acceptance, cut-offs, and trucking arrangements are confirmed in writing.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is GRAST a regular container hub?

Our platform does not currently index FCL or LCL services for GRAST. This is a platform service-status record, not a statement that no physical container handling is possible. Carrier, agent, and local handling confirmation is required.

Can our shipment be booked directly to Astakos?

Possibly, depending on the cargo, vessel, operator, and service network. Our team will first check whether the nominated carrier accepts GRAST as the operational port or whether a Greek or Mediterranean gateway with onward delivery is more suitable.

What cargo information is needed for a quotation?

Send the commodity, package count, dimensions, gross weight, loading condition, DG details if applicable, origin, destination, delivery address, and required service scope. Project cargo also requires lifting and access information.

Are transit times fixed for GRAST shipments?

No. Transit time depends on service availability, transshipment, port acceptance, weather, customs, trucking, and delivery-site conditions. We provide an estimated plan only after the routing and local operations are confirmed.

What is the safest alternative if direct service is unavailable?

Our service team will compare a suitable gateway port plus feeder or road delivery against a direct regional arrangement. The choice should consider total landed cost, equipment availability, cargo handling risk, and delivery urgency.

Data Sources & Provenance

The UN/LOCODE, port name, country, city, latitude, and platform service-index fields shown above are taken directly from the supplied GRAST port master record. No unverified berth count, water depth, throughput, terminal name, sailing frequency, handling tariff, or fixed transit-time figure has been added.

For customs and regulatory verification, shipment-specific checks should be made against the competent Greek authority and applicable European Union rules, including aade.gr and europa.eu. National statistical context may be cross-checked through statistics.gr. These domains support regulatory or statistical verification; they do not constitute confirmation of a particular carrier service, terminal capability, or booking acceptance at GRAST.