GRCLK Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of GRCLK
Chalkida Port is the seaport of Chalkida, in the city of Chalkidain Greece. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is GRCLK.
Chalkida Port, Greece
Chalkida is a Greek port location serving the city of Chalkida on the island of Euboea and the surrounding Central Greece market. In freight planning, it should generally be assessed as a regional and project-oriented gateway rather than assumed to be a mainline container hub. Our service team can coordinate the port call, cargo readiness, customs documentation and inland delivery after confirming the actual terminal, vessel acceptance and available equipment for the shipment.
Port Data at a Glance
| Port code | GRCLK |
|---|---|
| Port name | Chalkida |
| Country / city | Greece / Chalkida |
| Regional classification | Mediterranean–Europe–Black Sea |
| Coordinates in the supplied master record | Latitude 38.4666667; longitude -23.5833333 |
| FCL / LCL / automobile service flags | 0 / 0 / 0 in the supplied record |
| Port status flag | is_main: 0 |
Key Highlights
Regional gateway profile
GRCLK is better evaluated for local, coastal, bulk, breakbulk or project movements than automatically treated as a large-scale container gateway.
Terminal confirmation is essential
Port calls may depend on the specific facility and cargo type; our team confirms operating party, berth instructions and acceptance before booking.
Road-led inland planning
For Euboea and Central Greece deliveries, truck routing, bridge or ferry interfaces, vehicle access and delivery windows require shipment-specific checking.
Flexible routing decisions
Where a container service or equipment type is unavailable at GRCLK, we compare a feeder connection or an alternative Greek gateway on total landed cost and transit risk.
Facilities & Services
- Marine and cargo handling: We arrange confirmation of the applicable quay, cargo-handling method, working window and shore equipment for each vessel or shipment; no berth or equipment capability should be assumed from the port code alone.
- Container cargo: Because the supplied record shows FCL and LCL flags of zero, our team checks whether the requested movement is accepted locally or must be routed through a connecting gateway.
- Breakbulk and project cargo: Dimensions, lifting points, unit weight, packing method and discharge sequence should be submitted before quotation so that handling feasibility can be reviewed.
- Storage and staging: Any temporary storage, empty-return location, customs-controlled area or cargo inspection arrangement is confirmed case by case with the operating facility.
- Inland transport: We coordinate truck access, delivery appointment, road restrictions, ferry or bridge interfaces where applicable, and any need for escort or lifting support.
Routes & Transit Times
- International cargo: Shipments from Asia, the Middle East or other origins may require a feeder, transshipment or inland connection through another Greek or Mediterranean gateway. Direct service, sailing frequency and equipment availability must be confirmed for the requested date.
- European and Mediterranean flows: Regional coastal or short-sea options may be considered for suitable bulk, breakbulk or containerized cargo, subject to vessel nomination and port acceptance.
- Transit planning: We quote transit as a routing-specific estimate rather than a fixed GRCLK standard. Schedule changes, transshipment connection, weather, port congestion, customs inspection and inland delivery appointments can materially affect the final time.
- Alternative gateway review: For urgent FCL, LCL or specialized equipment, our team compares total door-to-door performance against a larger Greek gateway instead of relying only on nominal port distance.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Primary service area
The practical hinterland is centered on Chalkida and Euboea, with possible road connections to Central Greece depending on the final delivery point and selected handling facility.
Industrial and commercial cargo
Potential cargo profiles include industrial inputs, machinery, construction materials, general breakbulk, packaged goods and regional distribution cargo, subject to facility acceptance.
Project movements
Oversized or heavy units require early review of road geometry, lifting capacity, turning areas, permits, delivery sequence and temporary staging.
Containerized shipments
FCL and LCL users should not assume local container service from the master record; our team verifies the actual load, discharge, empty-return and consolidation plan.
Operations & Compliance
- Cut-off and acceptance: Booking cut-off, VGM deadline, shipping instruction deadline, terminal receiving window and vessel cut-off are carrier- and facility-specific. Our team obtains written confirmation before cargo dispatch.
- Dangerous goods: Submit the complete UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and safety documentation before acceptance. DG approval must not be inferred from ordinary cargo acceptance.
- Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document data, origin information, licenses and customs instructions should be consistent. Customs status and any inspection request can affect release and delivery timing.
- Inland restrictions: Heavy, wide or long cargo may require route surveys, permits, escort, lifting plans or delivery appointments. Truck dimensions and axle weights should be checked before cargo is released from origin.
Shipping Tips from Our Service Team
- Send the commodity, dimensions, gross weight, packing photographs, Incoterm, origin, destination and requested shipping date before asking for a GRCLK quotation.
- For FCL or LCL cargo, request a routing comparison that shows local acceptance, transshipment point, empty return, terminal handling and final-mile costs.
- Use seaworthy packing with clearly marked lifting points and center of gravity for machinery or project cargo; provide a loading and discharge plan for irregular units.
- Do not dispatch cargo to the port until the terminal, carrier or handling agent confirms the receiving address, appointment, documents, equipment and applicable cut-offs.
Frequently Asked Questions
Not automatically. The supplied record shows no FCL or LCL service flag. Our team first checks the current carrier or feeder routing, local acceptance, equipment positioning and empty-container return instructions.
It may be considered for a suitable facility and vessel, but acceptance depends on cargo dimensions, weight, lifting method, berth conditions, road access and permits. We require a cargo plan before confirming feasibility.
Use the complete routing, including origin haulage, port receiving, transshipment, customs and final delivery. We provide a shipment-specific estimate and identify schedule-sensitive connection points rather than promising a standard GRCLK transit time.
Typical files include the commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, customs data, origin documents where applicable and any cargo-specific permits or dangerous-goods declarations. Exact requirements depend on the commodity, origin, destination and customs procedure.
No. The coordinates in the master record should be treated as reference data only until verified. Our team confirms the exact terminal, gate, berth or delivery address before dispatching a truck.
Data Sources & Provenance
The port code, name, country, city, regional classification, service flags and coordinates shown above are reproduced from the supplied GRCLK port master record. Operational details such as terminal acceptance, cut-offs, equipment, customs status, routing and charges are shipment-specific and require confirmation at the time of booking.
- Greek public-sector transport and port-policy reference: ypa.gr
- Independent Authority for Public Revenue and customs reference: aade.gr
- Greek national statistics reference: statistics.gr
These domains are provided for regulatory and statistical cross-checking. They do not by themselves confirm a current GRCLK berth, sailing schedule, terminal service, rate, cargo acceptance or delivery appointment; our service team verifies those items directly for each shipment.