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TRMER Mersin Port
Mersin Port is the major seaport of Mersin, in the city of Mersinin Turkey. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is TRMER.

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Port Code

TRMER

Name

Mersin

Country / Region

Turkey

City

Mersin

Sea Routes

Europe

Type

Main Port

Latitude

36.7974500

Longitude

34.6511700

Est. Unit Price

$1/m³ $3550/20GP Book Now

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Mersin Port (TRMER) Overview

UN/LOCODETRMER

CountryTurkey

CityMersin

Coordinates36.797450, 34.651170

Port TypeSeaport / multipurpose terminal

Mersin Port is a major Mediterranean seaport in southern Turkey and a primary maritime gateway for the country’s Mediterranean-facing trade. Located in Mersin on the north-eastern coast of the Mediterranean Sea, it supports containerized, bulk, general cargo and multimodal movements. The supplied port data identifies four railway ramps and railway connections serving five berths, with capability to handle post-Panamax vessels up to 66,000 tons. For international freight, TRMER is particularly relevant when cargo requires access to Turkey’s southern industrial and agricultural hinterland or onward road and rail distribution. Our service team can coordinate ocean booking, origin documentation, customs preparation, inland transport and shipment-specific routing, with final vessel, terminal and cut-off details confirmed before execution.

Key Highlights

Mediterranean gateway: Suitable for Turkey-bound cargo and regional distribution through southern Turkey.
Multipurpose handling: The port profile covers containers, bulk and general cargo rather than a container-only operating model.
Rail-enabled logistics: Four railway ramps are identified in the supplied data, with rail connections at five berths; availability must be checked for each shipment.
Multimodal planning: Road, rail, terminal handling and customs timing should be planned as one end-to-end move.
Execution-sensitive: Vessel schedules, equipment release, terminal cut-offs, customs status and inland capacity can materially affect the final transit plan.

Facilities & Services

Area	Logistics relevance	Planning note
Container operations	Suitable for FCL and LCL flows subject to carrier and terminal acceptance.	Confirm equipment, reefer, overweight and special-cargo acceptance before booking.
Bulk and general cargo	The supplied description identifies a multipurpose bulk terminal function.	Verify cargo-specific loading method, packaging, lifting plan and berth availability.
Rail interface	Four railway ramps and rail connections at five berths are stated in the supplied port data.	Obtain current rail operating windows, wagon availability and terminal handling confirmation.
Road distribution	Road transport remains important for factory delivery, depot moves and regional distribution.	Check truck appointment rules, route restrictions, chassis availability and delivery-site access.
Customs and inspection coordination	Import, export and transit cargo may require documentary review or physical inspection.	Prepare invoice, packing list, transport document, permits and product-specific records in advance.

Routes & Transit Times

Common trade direction: Asia–Mediterranean cargo may be arranged through carrier networks calling at or transshipping via Mediterranean hubs. The exact routing, transshipment port and sailing frequency depend on the shipping line and booking date.
European and regional cargo: Turkey–Europe movements can combine short-sea or mainline ocean legs with road or rail distribution. The appropriate combination depends on origin, destination, cargo type and customs status.
Transit-time control: Published schedules are not guaranteed transit times. Weather, port rotation, transshipment connection, equipment release, customs inspection and inland delivery appointments may extend the operational cycle.
Our planning method: We quote the currently available routing separately from estimated port-to-port and door-to-door timing, then reconfirm carrier schedule, cut-offs and inland capacity before cargo handover.

Hinterland & Key Cargo

Regional hinterland: The port serves Mersin and southern Turkey, with onward access to manufacturing, agricultural and distribution areas through road and rail connections.
Agricultural and food-related flows: Containerized food products, fresh or processed agricultural goods and associated packaging may require special attention to temperature, cleanliness, phytosanitary or health documentation.
Industrial cargo: Machinery, project components, chemicals, construction-related materials and manufactured products may move through the port, subject to cargo-specific terminal and regulatory acceptance.
Bulk and general cargo: Non-containerized cargo should be planned around lifting points, package dimensions, vessel suitability, securing requirements and any required survey or inspection.

Operations & Compliance

Cut-off control: Carrier closing time, terminal gate cut-off, VGM deadline, SI submission and customs export release are separate milestones. Our service team confirms each deadline against the booked vessel rather than relying on a generic port timetable.

Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, flash point where applicable, package details and safety documentation before booking. Acceptance, stowage and documentation remain subject to carrier and terminal approval.

Customs and inspection: Ensure commercial invoice, packing list, origin information, transport document and product permits are consistent. Keep a buffer for document review, customs queries and physical inspection; do not schedule final delivery solely from the vessel ETA.

Inland delivery: Confirm truck type, container weight, road restrictions, delivery-site unloading equipment, appointment requirements and empty-container return instructions before dispatch.

Shipping Tips

Send cargo dimensions, gross weight, commodity description, HS information and any dangerous-goods or temperature requirements to our service team before requesting a firm routing.
For rail-linked cargo, request an integrated confirmation covering terminal acceptance, rail ramp availability, wagon or truck connection and the customs status required for the inland leg.
For FCL cargo, verify container type, payload, VGM process and seal requirements. For LCL or general cargo, use export-grade packaging, clear package marks and documented piece dimensions.
Keep a routing alternative available when the first vessel, equipment type or transshipment connection is not confirmed. We can compare schedule, handling complexity and door-delivery risk instead of evaluating ocean freight alone.

Frequently Asked Questions

Can TRMER handle both container and non-container cargo?

Yes. The supplied port profile identifies Mersin as a multipurpose bulk terminal with container, bulk and general-cargo relevance. Acceptance depends on the commodity, package, vessel, terminal plan and carrier confirmation.

Is rail service available for every shipment?

No. The supplied data identifies four railway ramps and rail connections at five berths, but rail use depends on cargo type, terminal operating arrangements, available equipment, inland destination and the current booking plan. Our team confirms this case by case.

How early should export cargo be submitted?

There is no single universal deadline. Booking, equipment release, terminal gate closing, VGM, shipping instructions and customs clearance each have their own cut-off. We recommend starting document and space coordination before cargo readiness so the vessel-specific deadlines can be checked.

What information is required for dangerous goods?

Provide the complete classification and packing information, including UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group and relevant safety details. Carrier and terminal approval must be obtained before cargo delivery.

Can the platform arrange door delivery from Mersin?

Our service team can coordinate port-to-door planning, including road or rail options where suitable. Final pricing and timing depend on destination, cargo profile, customs status, equipment, delivery-site access and the confirmed terminal instructions.

Data Sources & Provenance

Port code, name, country, city, coordinates, port classification, railway-ramp statement and vessel-capability statement are based on the TRMER port record supplied for this page. Operational details such as vessel schedules, cut-offs, equipment availability, customs decisions, inspection requirements, rail capacity and inland delivery conditions are time-sensitive and must be reconfirmed for each shipment.

For current port and terminal information, our team uses the relevant operator and public-sector reference channels, including mersinport.com.tr, uab.gov.tr, ticaret.gov.tr and tcdd.gov.tr. These domains are provided as verification entry points only; shipment-specific terms remain subject to the carrier, terminal, customs authority and inland operator confirmation.