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TMBAL Balkanabat Port
Balkanabat Port is the seaport of Balkanabat, in the city of Balkanabatin Turkmenistan. Overseas routes include Central Asia and others, Port code is TMBAL.

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Port Code

TMBAL

Name

Balkanabat

Country / Region

Turkmenistan

City

Balkanabat

Sea Routes

Central Asia and others

Type

Latitude

39.5166670

Longitude

54.3666670

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Balkanabat Port (TMBAL), Turkmenistan

Balkanabat Port, identified in the supplied port record by UN/LOCODE TMBAL and alternate code TMBA3, is a dry port in Balkan Province, western Turkmenistan. Formerly known as Nebit-Dag and Neftedag, it lies at approximately 39.516667° N, 54.366667° E, at the southern foot of the Great Balkhan Ridge. The site is about 13 km southeast of Turkmenbashi Port and approximately 450 km west of Ashgabat. Its logistics role is closely connected with the petroleum and natural-gas economy of western Turkmenistan, while agricultural products are also handled. Our service team treats TMBAL primarily as an inland industrial logistics point rather than as a conventional ocean container terminal. Any ocean leg, port handover, equipment availability, customs procedure and final delivery arrangement should therefore be confirmed case by case before quotation.

UN/LOCODE	TMBAL
Port type	Dry port / inland logistics point
Country and region	Turkmenistan, Balkan Province
Coordinates	39.516667° N, 54.366667° E
Primary logistics role	Petroleum, natural-gas-related and agricultural cargo handling

Key Highlights

Inland rather than ocean-facingPlan TMBAL as a dry-port destination and arrange any seaport connection separately.

Industrial cargo profilePetroleum and natural-gas-related movements are more characteristic than regular consumer-goods container flows.

Western Turkmenistan locationIts position near Turkmenbashi creates a potential interface with Caspian-region logistics, subject to actual routing and acceptance.

Limited published container dataThe supplied record lists no FCL, LCL or automotive service count; equipment and terminal handling must be verified before booking.

Documentation-sensitive marketCargo description, consignee details, permits and transit arrangements require early review for controlled or industrial goods.

Facilities & Services

Dry-port handling: Inland receipt, dispatch and cargo coordination may be arranged subject to the facility’s operating scope and local confirmation.
Petroleum and gas-related logistics: Industrial cargo handling should be planned with product classification, packaging, safety documentation and destination acceptance confirmed in advance.
Agricultural cargo: Bagged, palletized or bulk presentation may require different storage, inspection and loading arrangements; the exact facility capability must be checked before dispatch.
Storage and yard arrangements: Do not assume container plugs, covered warehousing, bonded storage, heavy-lift equipment or empty-container availability. Our team confirms these items against the actual shipment.
Road and onward interface: Road collection and delivery are normally central to a dry-port move; axle limits, escort requirements, vehicle type and border or seaport handover points should be agreed before pricing.

Routes & Transit Times

Inbound and outbound road logistics: TMBAL cargo is generally planned through an inland road network, with the final route depending on origin, destination, cargo dimensions and border formalities.
Caspian connection: Because the location is near Turkmenbashi, a movement may be coordinated with a Turkmenbashi-area seaport interface when the cargo, carrier and documentation are accepted. This is not a confirmation of a direct sailing or fixed service.
Regional corridor planning: Shipments may require multimodal coordination through neighboring Central Asian markets or Caspian crossings. Route selection depends on transit permissions, border status, vessel availability and transshipment arrangements.
Transit-time control: We quote timing only after confirming cargo readiness, customs status, truck allocation, border procedures, any port handover and seasonal road conditions. No fixed transit time should be assumed from the port code alone.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Balkan ProvinceThe principal geographic context is western Turkmenistan, with logistics demand linked to local industrial and energy activity.

Energy-related cargoPetroleum, natural-gas-related materials, industrial equipment, project components and maintenance supplies may require specialized handling.

Agricultural productsShipments may include agricultural commodities or inputs, with packaging, sanitary, phytosanitary and inspection requirements determined by the commodity.

Ashgabat connectionThe approximately 450 km distance to Ashgabat makes route planning, truck availability and inland delivery cost important factors for capital-region cargo.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off and receiving windows: TMBAL is not to be treated as a standard liner container terminal with a universally published cut-off. Obtain the actual receiving appointment, document cut-off and cargo acceptance window from the local handling party.
Dangerous goods: Petroleum products, chemicals, batteries, pressurized equipment and contaminated machinery require correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, safety data and transport mode approvals. Pre-clearance is essential.
Customs and permits: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document, certificate of origin and importer/exporter details should match exactly. Energy-sector, dual-use, sanitary or phytosanitary cargo may require additional permits or inspections.
Inland delivery controls: Confirm truck dimensions, gross weight, axle distribution, loading method, escort needs, road restrictions, border transit documents and consignee unloading capability before dispatch.

Operational boundary: Terminal acceptance, customs release, storage conditions, inspection procedures, local charges and equipment availability are subject to current confirmation by the relevant facility, authorities and appointed agents.

Shipping Tips from Our Service Team

Send the full cargo profile before booking: commodity, HS code, dimensions, gross weight, packing type, photos, dangerous-goods status and whether the cargo is containerized, breakbulk or project cargo.
Request a route study that separates the inland TMBAL leg from any Turkmenbashi or other Caspian interface. Compare road-only and multimodal options only after border and cargo-acceptance conditions are confirmed.
For oversized or energy-sector equipment, prepare drawings, lifting points, center of gravity, axle-load calculations and unloading details early; standard equipment should not be assumed.
Build schedule protection for customs review, permits, inspections, truck allocation, border procedures and weather or road conditions. Our team can revalidate the plan shortly before dispatch.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TMBAL a seaport with regular container sailings?

No. The supplied port record identifies Balkanabat as a dry port. Our team therefore plans the inland movement separately and verifies whether a Caspian seaport connection, container handover or alternative loading point is suitable for the shipment.

Can petroleum or natural-gas-related cargo be shipped through TMBAL?

Such cargo is associated with the port’s stated logistics profile, but acceptance depends on the exact product, hazard classification, packaging, permits, equipment and receiving facility. Submit the SDS and complete cargo specifications for pre-checking.

Does TMBAL provide FCL, LCL or empty-container services?

The supplied record shows no FCL, LCL or automotive service count. We do not assume regular container inventory, stuffing, unstuffing or reefer capability; these services must be confirmed for the specific shipment.

How should transit time be calculated?

Transit time should include cargo readiness, truck allocation, inland distance, customs and inspection, border or seaport handover, and any permit process. Our service team provides an indicative schedule only after these variables are reviewed.

What documents should be prepared first?

At minimum, prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, transport details, commodity and HS-code information, origin documents where required, consignee/importer details and any applicable dangerous-goods, sanitary, phytosanitary or industrial permits.

Data Sources & Provenance

Hard identifiers, coordinates, historical names, approximate distances, port classification and stated cargo profile are taken from the supplied Balkanabat port master record for TMBAL. Operational statements in this module are professional planning guidance based on the dry-port classification and stated cargo profile; they are not presented as confirmed berth, equipment, tariff, schedule, capacity, customs or service data.

Facility acceptance, route availability, regulatory requirements, local charges, operating windows, customs practice and transit timing are time-sensitive and must be verified with the appointed local agent, carrier, terminal or competent authority before execution. No unverified throughput, berth, draft, sailing, service-frequency or transit-time figures are included.