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TMTUR Turkmenbashi Port
Turkmenbashi Port is the seaport of Turkmenbashi, in the city of Turkmenbashiin Turkmenistan. Overseas routes include Central Asia and others, Port code is TMTUR.

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Port Code

TMTUR

Name

Turkmenbashi

Country / Region

Turkmenistan

City

Turkmenbashi

Sea Routes

Central Asia and others

Type

Latitude

39.9843900

Longitude

53.0280250

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Turkmenbashi Port Overview

Turkmenbashi Port, UN/LOCODE TMTUR, is an international seaport on the eastern coast of the Caspian Sea in Turkmenistan. Our service team treats it as a multimodal sea gateway rather than a conventional deep-sea container hub: its logistics role is closely connected with ferry movements, dry cargo, oil and oil products, road transport, rail interfaces and the Europe–Caucasus–Asia corridor known as TRACECA. The port provides cargo loading, unloading, storage, towing and related vessel services. Its location makes it relevant for cargo moving between Central Asia, the Caucasus and European markets, while Caspian transshipment arrangements, inland border procedures and document coordination must be confirmed for each shipment.

Port code	TMTUR
Location	Turkmenbashi, Turkmenistan; Caspian Sea east coast
Coordinates	39.9843900, 53.0280250
Logistics role	Sea, ferry, road and rail-linked regional transit gateway

Key Highlights

Caspian gatewayUseful for multimodal routing between Central Asia, the Caucasus and Europe.

Ferry-oriented capabilityThe port includes a ferry terminal with stated annual throughput capacity of 4 million tonnes.

Dry cargo handlingFive portal cranes and a mobile crane rated at 500 tonnes support project, breakbulk and general cargo operations.

Energy cargo facilitiesAn oil and oil-products terminal is listed with annual throughput capacity of 9.2 million tonnes.

Storage and transit supportCovered warehouses and open ground storage support cargo staging before onward movement.

Facilities & Services

Oil and oil-products terminal: The supplied port data states a throughput capacity of 9.2 million tonnes per year; cargo acceptance, product compatibility and safety requirements require shipment-specific confirmation.
Ferry terminal: Listed annual throughput capacity is 4 million tonnes, supporting ferry-based cargo flows and vehicle or trailer movements subject to sailing and booking confirmation.
Dry-cargo terminal: Five portal cranes and a mobile crane with a stated lifting capacity of 500 tonnes support dry bulk, general, project and breakbulk handling.
Warehousing and open storage: The supplied data records 17,000 square metres of covered warehouses and 21,000 square metres of ground storage.
Marine services: Cargo loading, unloading, storage, towing for vessel entry and departure, and other port operations are described in the supplied port profile.
Regional port points: Aladja and Ekerem are identified in the supplied data as associated port points; routing and operational scope should be checked before nomination.

Routes & Transit Times

Typical corridor logic: Cargo may be planned through a Caspian sea leg with onward road or rail movement toward Turkmenistan and other Central Asian destinations, or through Caucasus connections toward Europe.
TRACECA relevance: Turkmenbashi is positioned on the Europe–Caucasus–Asia trading corridor, but the actual route depends on cargo type, ferry availability, border arrangements and the selected inland leg.
Transit planning: We provide indicative schedules only after checking vessel or ferry space, port acceptance, transshipment points, customs requirements and inland equipment availability.
Main schedule risks: Caspian weather, sailing frequency, cargo-document approval, port handling windows, border formalities and road or rail interchange can materially affect end-to-end transit time.

No fixed transit time or guaranteed direct service should be quoted before our team confirms the complete sea–land routing and the current operating plan.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Primary hinterland: Turkmenistan is the immediate inland market, with the port also serving regional transit requirements connected with Central Asia and Caspian trade.
Cross-regional markets: The port is relevant to cargo exchanged with the Caucasus and Europe when a suitable Caspian and inland connection is available.
Energy products: Oil and oil products are a core cargo category supported by the dedicated terminal described in the supplied port data.
General and project cargo: Machinery, industrial equipment, steel products, oversized units and other breakbulk cargo may be considered for dry-cargo handling after lifting, dimensions and securing checks.
Ferry-linked cargo: Trailers, vehicles and other cargo compatible with ferry operations require confirmation of loading method, dimensions, weight distribution and documentation.

Operations & Compliance

Booking and cut-off control: Ask our service team to obtain the current booking, cargo-receiving, documentation and port cut-off requirements. Do not rely on a standard ocean cut-off when the movement includes a ferry or inland interchange.
Dangerous goods: Submit the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, quantity, package details and safety documentation before acceptance. Oil products and other regulated cargo require separate terminal and carrier approval.
Customs and inspection: Commercial invoices, packing lists, transport documents, certificates and permits must be consistent. Customs inspection, documentary review or cargo release can extend dwell time, so document pre-checking is essential.
Oversized and heavy cargo: Provide final dimensions, gross weight, centre of gravity, lifting points, drawings and securing plans. The stated 500-tonne crane capacity does not by itself confirm the lifting plan, berth suitability or availability for a specific shipment.

Shipping Tips from Our Team

Request a door-to-door feasibility check before quoting. Our team should compare ferry, sea–land and road or rail combinations against the cargo dimensions, delivery border and required delivery window.
Send cargo specifications early, including package count, dimensions, weight, HS code, cargo value, temperature needs and whether the cargo is dangerous, oversized or non-stackable.
For machinery and project cargo, use reinforced packaging, clearly marked lifting points and a verified lashing plan. Keep photographs and packing records available for terminal and customs review.
Build schedule buffer for Caspian sailing changes, transshipment, customs inspection and inland border formalities. We recommend reconfirming the operating plan shortly before cargo delivery to the port.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is TMTUR suitable for container shipments?

Our team assesses container feasibility case by case. The supplied port profile emphasizes ferry, dry cargo, oil and general port services rather than confirming a fixed container schedule. Equipment, acceptance, transshipment and inland delivery must be verified before booking.

Can Turkmenbashi handle heavy or project cargo?

Potentially, subject to a technical review. The supplied data lists a 500-tonne mobile crane and five portal cranes, but actual acceptance depends on cargo weight, dimensions, lifting points, berth conditions, equipment availability and an approved handling plan.

What documents should be prepared first?

Prepare the commercial invoice, packing list, transport instructions, cargo dimensions and weight, HS classification and any required permits. Dangerous goods additionally require complete classification and safety information. Our service team checks the final list against the selected carrier and route.

How should transit time be quoted?

Quote it as an indicative end-to-end range only after confirming the sea or ferry leg, transshipment, port handling, customs process and inland route. Sailing changes, weather, border procedures and inspections may affect the final delivery date.

Data Sources & Provenance

Hard facts in this module, including the UN/LOCODE, port name, country, city, coordinates, terminal descriptions, storage areas, equipment and stated annual capacities, are based on the supplied TMTUR port master data. Operational recommendations are professional routing guidance and are not a substitute for current confirmation from the selected carrier, terminal, customs authority or inland service provider.

Capacity figures and facility descriptions should be reconfirmed before quotation or booking because operating scope, equipment allocation, sailing arrangements and acceptance rules may change. No fixed carrier, sailing frequency, transit time, tariff, draft, berth specification or regulatory approval is asserted here without shipment-specific verification.