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HRPLE Ploce Port
Ploce Port is the major seaport of Ploce, in the city of Plocein Croatia. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is HRPLE.

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Port Code

HRPLE

Name

Ploce

Country / Region

Croatia

City

Ploce

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Main Port

Latitude

43.0445400

Longitude

17.4381300

Est. Unit Price

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Port Overview

Ploče Port, identified by UN/LOCODE HRPLE, is a Croatian seaport on the Adriatic coast near the mouth of the Neretva River. It is a maritime gateway for Croatia and an important logistics outlet for cargo moving toward the Neretva area and the industrial and commercial hinterland of Bosnia and Herzegovina. The port’s logistics profile is centered on general cargo, bulk cargo and containerized shipments rather than a purely container-focused operating model. Port facilities are located in Ploče and include related facilities in Metković, approximately 20 km inland along the Neretva. The port forms the southern maritime terminus of Pan-European Transport Corridor V, branch C, linking sea transport with inland rail and road routes. Our service team can coordinate ocean booking, documentation, customs communication and inland delivery planning on a case-by-case basis.

Port code	HRPLE
Location	Ploče, Croatia; Adriatic Sea coast
Port type	Seaport with maritime, road and rail hinterland connections
Coordinates	43.0445400, 17.4381300
Port administration	Port of Ploče Authority, according to the supplied port profile

Key Highlights

Adriatic seaport serving coastal Croatian cargo and cross-border Balkan supply chains.
Mixed cargo profile covering containers, general cargo and bulk commodities.
Close operational relationship with the Neretva corridor and inland facilities in Metković.
Corridor V, branch C, provides the strategic framework for sea–rail–road connectivity.
Transit planning should be based on the selected carrier, inland route, customs status and cargo type; no fixed transit promise should be assumed.

Facilities & Services

Container handling: Containerized cargo can be planned through the port’s container logistics chain, subject to carrier acceptance, equipment availability and terminal confirmation.
General and bulk cargo: The port’s profile includes general cargo and bulk cargo, making cargo-specific handling instructions and stowage requirements important during quotation.
Inland facilities: The supplied port profile identifies related port facilities in Metković, approximately 20 km inland along the Neretva River.
Rail and road interface: Rail and road routes form the inland extension of Corridor V, branch C. Our team can compare available inland modes after the final delivery point is confirmed.
Documentation and customs coordination: We can arrange booking documents, commercial paperwork review and communication with the appointed customs broker, while inspections and release remain subject to authorities.

Routes & Transit Times

Adriatic connection: Export and import planning normally depends on the carrier’s current network, transshipment arrangement and nominated discharge or loading port. Direct service, sailing frequency and equipment availability must be confirmed before booking.
Balkan hinterland connection: Ploče is relevant for cargo moving toward southern Croatia and Bosnia and Herzegovina. The practical route depends on border formalities, road restrictions, rail availability and the final consignee location.
Container transit: Actual transit time is affected by vessel connection, transshipment, terminal cut-off, customs release and inland haulage appointment. Our team quotes a planning range only after receiving the cargo and delivery details.
Bulk and project cargo: Vessel nomination, berth planning, cargo dimensions, lifting method and pre-arrival documentation may influence the schedule more than standard container transit assumptions.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Ploče and the Neretva area, with onward logistics relevance for Bosnia and Herzegovina and connected regional markets.
Industrial supply chains: The port was historically developed as a maritime supply route for industrial areas around Sarajevo and Mostar; current routing must be checked against the consignee’s exact location and border requirements.
Common cargo categories: Containerized manufactured goods, general cargo, breakbulk and bulk commodities are consistent with the port’s stated cargo profile.
Special cargo: Oversized, heavy, hazardous or temperature-sensitive cargo requires advance confirmation of handling, equipment, road access and regulatory documentation.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Vessel cut-off, terminal receiving window, verified gross mass submission and customs-document deadlines vary by carrier and shipment. Our service team confirms the operative schedule rather than relying on a generic port closing time.
Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, SDS and packing declaration before booking. Acceptance and segregation remain 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, scanning or documentary review can extend the release time.
Inland delivery: Confirm border crossing, truck type, axle and weight restrictions, delivery appointment, trailer suitability and whether the cargo requires transloading or special escort before the inland rate is finalized.

Shipping Tips

Send the commodity description, HS code, package dimensions, gross weight, container type and final delivery address before requesting a firm routing.
For bulk, breakbulk or project cargo, provide drawings, lifting points, center of gravity, packing method and photographs so that handling feasibility can be reviewed in advance.
Build schedule contingency around customs release, vessel connection and cross-border inland transport; do not use the port’s geographic proximity as a guaranteed delivery time.
For urgent or constrained cargo, our team can compare container routing with alternative Adriatic gateways or inland solutions, subject to carrier space, cost and final-mile feasibility.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can HRPLE handle only container cargo?: No. Ploče is described as a mixed-cargo seaport handling containers, general cargo and bulk cargo. The appropriate service depends on cargo characteristics, vessel acceptance and terminal arrangements.
Is Ploče suitable for deliveries to Bosnia and Herzegovina?: It can be a relevant Adriatic gateway for regional cargo, particularly toward the Neretva, Mostar and Sarajevo-related hinterland. The final choice should consider border formalities, inland capacity, cargo weight and the consignee’s location.
Can you provide a guaranteed transit time from Ploče?: We do not guarantee a standard transit time. The planning range depends on the carrier connection, transshipment, terminal cut-off, customs processing and inland delivery conditions, all of which are confirmed for the specific shipment.
What information is required for dangerous goods booking?: Provide the complete dangerous-goods declaration details, including UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, package type and applicable safety documents. Carrier and terminal approval must be obtained before cargo delivery.
Can Ploče handle oversized or project cargo?: Such cargo requires advance feasibility review. Our team checks dimensions, weight, lifting method, vessel suitability, terminal arrangements and inland road or rail constraints before confirming a quotation.

Data Sources & Provenance

Hard identifiers, coordinates, port description and the stated historical cargo profile are based on the supplied HRPLE port dataset. General corridor and regional transport context is cross-checked against publicly available European transport information. Operational items such as cut-offs, equipment acceptance, customs processing and inland restrictions are variable and must be confirmed for each shipment.

European transport policy and corridor reference: transport.ec.europa.eu
European Union legal and regulatory information: eur-lex.europa.eu
Croatian public administration information: gov.hr

Port-specific schedules, tariffs, terminal windows, dangerous-goods acceptance, customs decisions and inland transport availability are time-sensitive. Our service team verifies these items with the appointed carrier, terminal, broker and inland provider before execution.