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ROBRA Braila Port
Braila Port is the seaport of Braila, in the city of Brailain Romania. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is ROBRA.

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Port Code

ROBRA

Name

Braila

Country / Region

Romania

City

Braila

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Latitude

45.2618103

Longitude

27.9840145

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Port Overview

Braila Port, UN/LOCODE ROBRA, is a Romanian inland river port on the left bank of the Danube, approximately 170 km upstream. It is a multipurpose Danube logistics gateway serving timber and grain exports as well as imported goods moving into the Danube Basin. The port comprises the old port, the Braila docks port and the downstream docks basin zone, with handling capability for breakbulk, liquid bulk and dry bulk cargo. Navigation is described as year-round, although dense fog can affect operations during December and January.

Port code	ROBRA
Location	Braila, Romania; 45.2618103° N, 27.9840145° E
Port type	Inland Danube river port with multipurpose cargo handling
Reference cargo volume	Approximately 2.28 million tonnes annually, according to the supplied port reference data
Recorded vessel parameters	Maximum recorded length 331 m, draught 6.9 m and deadweight 13,500 t; operational acceptance must be confirmed for each voyage

Key Highlights

Danube inland gatewayROBRA is suited to river-borne cargo moving between Romanian production areas and the wider Danube Basin.

Bulk and breakbulk profileTimber, grain, livestock, steel, machinery and other general cargo are more representative than a pure container-port workflow.

Three operating zonesThe old port, Braila docks and downstream docks basin require location-specific confirmation of berth, cargo and equipment arrangements.

Weather-sensitive planningFog in December and January may affect pilotage, berthing, visibility and inland vessel schedules.

River-sea coordinationOcean-bound cargo normally requires a planned connection through the Danube and/or a Black Sea gateway; the exact routing depends on cargo, vessel and booking availability.

Facilities & Services

Multipurpose cargo handling: The port reference data identifies facilities for breakbulk, liquid bulk and dry bulk operations. Cargo compatibility, lifting gear and handling method should be confirmed before booking.
Bulk cargo workflow: Grain and other dry bulk shipments require advance confirmation of loading, weighing, sampling, cleanliness and moisture or quality-control procedures where applicable.
General and project cargo: Steel, machinery and other breakbulk shipments should be reviewed for lifting points, package dimensions, gross weight, centre of gravity and temporary storage requirements.
Storage and staging: Warehouse, open-yard and cargo-staging availability can vary by operating zone and commodity. Our service team can request current space and handling conditions before cargo is dispatched.
Inland connections: Road and river movements are central to the port’s logistics role. Road permits, vehicle access, bridge restrictions and barge availability should be checked against the cargo profile.
Containerized cargo: Container acceptance, empty equipment, stuffing, reefer power and dedicated service availability must be confirmed case by case rather than assumed from the port’s multipurpose capability.

Routes & Transit Times

Danube corridor: Cargo may be arranged by barge or suitable river vessel to or from connected Danube locations, subject to waterway conditions, draft restrictions, vessel availability and terminal acceptance.
Black Sea connection: Ocean cargo can require a river-to-sea or river-to-port transshipment plan, commonly involving coordination with a Black Sea gateway. The actual port sequence and ocean carrier acceptance must be confirmed before quotation.
Road-supported delivery: For urgent, oversized or destination-specific shipments, a road leg may complement the river movement. Vehicle type, route survey, permits and escort requirements can materially affect the schedule.
Schedule variables: Transit time is affected by water level, fog, lock or waterway conditions, berth congestion, cargo inspection, transshipment windows and customs release. Our team provides a planning range only after receiving the cargo and delivery details.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Danube Basin marketsThe port supports import and export flows linked to Romania’s Danube corridor and neighboring inland markets reachable through river and road networks.

Agricultural commoditiesGrain is a principal export category. Shippers should prepare commodity specifications, weight records, quality documents and any destination-market requirements in advance.

Forest productsTimber is identified as a major export flow; packaging, moisture protection, legal-origin documentation and loading stability require early review.

Industrial importsSteel, machinery and general cargo are typical inbound commodities. Project dimensions and unloading capability should be agreed before inland pickup.

Livestock and regulated cargoLivestock movements require specialized arrangements, welfare controls and veterinary or other regulatory documentation; acceptance must be confirmed before booking.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off control: River-port cut-offs are not necessarily identical to ocean-port CY cut-offs. Our service team confirms the cargo receiving deadline, documentation deadline, vessel window and any transshipment cut-off in writing.
Dangerous goods: For regulated or dangerous cargo, provide the UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and package details before acceptance. River, terminal and onward-carrier restrictions may apply.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, origin information and customs data must be consistent. Customs inspection, agricultural controls, veterinary checks or weighing can delay release and should be built into the plan.
Inland pickup and delivery: Confirm loading access, vehicle dimensions, axle weights, cargo securing, road permits and delivery-site capability before dispatch. Oversized machinery should undergo route and handling review before a firm schedule is issued.

Shipping Tips

Send our service team the commodity, package count, dimensions, gross weight, value, Incoterm, loading point and final destination before requesting a route and rate.
For grain, timber and livestock, provide the relevant quality, phytosanitary, veterinary or origin documentation early; document requirements depend on the commodity and destination.
For steel or machinery, use seaworthy or river-appropriate packing, mark lifting points and centre of gravity, and provide drawings where the cargo is heavy, long or irregular.
Keep a road-based or alternative gateway plan for time-critical cargo, especially during winter fog or when river conditions and vessel availability are uncertain. Any alternative remains subject to capacity and acceptance confirmation.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is ROBRA a seaport or an inland port?

ROBRA is an inland Danube river port in Braila, Romania. Ocean-bound shipments normally require river-sea coordination or a connection with a Black Sea gateway rather than assuming direct ocean-carrier service.

Can Braila handle containers?

The port reference data confirms multipurpose handling, including breakbulk and bulk cargo, but it does not establish a dedicated container service. Our team must verify container acceptance, equipment, stuffing, reefer and onward-carrier arrangements for the specific shipment.

What cargo is most suitable for ROBRA?

Timber, grain, livestock, steel, machinery, general cargo and other dry or liquid bulk commodities are aligned with the port’s stated cargo profile. The terminal and handling plan should be confirmed for each commodity.

What commonly causes schedule slippage?

Typical factors include winter fog, waterway or draft conditions, berth availability, cargo inspection, customs release, transshipment connection changes and inland vehicle or barge availability.

What information is needed for a quotation?

Provide cargo type, dimensions, weight, packaging, dangerous-goods status, origin, destination, preferred delivery date, Incoterm and any special handling or inspection requirements. Our team can then validate the river, road and onward-routing options.

Data Sources & Provenance

The port code, name, country, city, coordinates, port description, cargo profile, reference throughput and recorded vessel parameters in this module are based on the supplied ROBRA port reference record. Operational information is presented as logistics guidance and must be reconfirmed with the relevant port, terminal, carrier, customs authority and inland operator before execution.

For official cross-checking of port administration and Romanian maritime or inland-waterway infrastructure information, consult apdmgalati.ro. For Romanian customs procedures and declarations, consult customs.ro. For European transport and statistical reference material, consult ec.europa.eu.

Website information, vessel acceptance, draught limits, berth windows, equipment, customs requirements, cargo cut-offs and transit estimates may change. Our service team will use the latest confirmed operating details for the actual shipment.