TRTAS Port Code Lookup
Total 1 ports of TRTAS
Tasucu Port is the seaport of Tasucu, in the city of Tasucuin Turkey. Overseas routes include Europe, Port code is TRTAS.
Port Overview
Taşucu Port (UN/LOCODE: TRTAS)
Taşucu, located on Turkey’s Mediterranean coast in Mersin Province, is a coastal seaport serving the settlements and commercial activity of the Göksu River valley. The port is composed of a smaller western town-harbour area and a larger eastern section historically associated with the SEKA paper mill, which is currently out of service according to the supplied port record. Its protected harbour configuration supports passenger and Ro-Ro movements, while general cargo handling is also available. The port record identifies six berths and regular Ro-Ro ferry connectivity toward Kyrenia, Northern Cyprus; actual sailing frequency, acceptance conditions and cargo restrictions must be reconfirmed before booking. For our customers, Taşucu is best assessed as a regional passenger/Ro-Ro and general-cargo gateway rather than assumed to be a full-service container hub.
Key Highlights
Operational Profile at a Glance
Facilities & Services
Handling Scope and Inland Interface
| Area | Practical assessment |
|---|---|
| Berthing | The supplied port data records six berths. Berth assignment, vessel restrictions and working windows should be confirmed with the local operator or appointed agent. |
| Ro-Ro and passenger | Ro-Ro ferry movements and passenger traffic are central to the port’s operating profile. Vehicle dimensions, driver documentation and loading procedures require route-specific confirmation. |
| General cargo | General-cargo capability is identified in the source record. Breakbulk, machinery and project cargo should be pre-advised with dimensions, lifting points and stowage requirements. |
| Container cargo | No container-yard, regular liner-service or equipment figures are asserted here. Our service team will verify whether the selected carrier accepts FCL, empty returns and local handling at TRTAS. |
| Storage and inspection | Availability of covered storage, open stacking, customs inspection space and reefer connections must be checked against the commodity and terminal arrangement before cargo dispatch. |
| Inland transport | Road haulage is the practical inland interface. Oversize routing, ferry cut-offs, driver access and local municipal restrictions should be reviewed before truck appointment. |
Routes & Transit Times
Routing Logic for Forwarders
- The supplied port record describes Ro-Ro ferry connectivity toward Kyrenia in Northern Cyprus. Sailing days, space, cargo acceptance and seasonal changes must be reconfirmed for each shipment.
- For Turkey–Northern Cyprus movements, transit planning should include terminal receiving, customs processing, vessel loading, possible driver or vehicle formalities and destination release procedures rather than relying only on sailing duration.
- For deep-sea container cargo, our team may compare a TRTAS feeder or road connection with alternative gateways such as Mersin, subject to carrier routing, cargo type, inland cost and customs requirements.
- Actual transit time is affected by vessel rotation, weather, port congestion, customs inspection, documentation accuracy, public holidays and the availability of suitable Ro-Ro or conventional-cargo space.
Hinterland & Key Cargo
Cargo Fit and Regional Coverage
Operations & Compliance
Controls That Affect Execution
- Cut-off control: Do not use a generic Mersin or carrier cut-off for TRTAS. Our service team will obtain the booking confirmation, terminal receiving window, customs submission deadline and vehicle check-in requirement separately.
- Dangerous goods: Provide the correct UN number, proper shipping name, class, packing group, SDS and packing certificate where applicable. Ro-Ro operators may impose additional restrictions on fuel, batteries, gases and powered vehicles.
- Customs documentation: Commercial invoice, packing list, transport document instructions, origin information and any required permits must match the cargo and route. Inaccurate vehicle or serial-number details can delay acceptance or release.
- Inspection and inland delivery: Customs examination, port congestion, ferry loading priority and local truck availability can change delivery timing. Oversize cargo requires route surveys, lifting plans and pre-approval before dispatch.
Shipping Tips
Recommended Booking Approach
- Send the cargo profile before rate checking: commodity, dimensions, gross weight, number of packages, vehicle details, dangerous-goods status, loading point and required delivery location.
- For Ro-Ro cargo, confirm whether the booking is for a self-propelled vehicle, trailer, static unit or accompanied movement, and prepare keys, battery and fuel-condition information as required by the operator.
- For breakbulk or project cargo, provide a dimensioned packing list, centre-of-gravity information, lifting points, photographs and a proposed stowage plan before the vessel nomination.
- Keep an alternative routing through a larger regional gateway under review when TRTAS has no suitable sailing, no container equipment, restricted dangerous-goods acceptance or insufficient space for the requested loading date.
FAQs
Practical Questions from Shippers
- Can TRTAS be used for standard FCL container exports?
- It should not be presumed. The supplied record identifies Ro-Ro, passenger and general-cargo functions but does not establish regular container-line service. Our team will verify carrier acceptance, equipment positioning, empty return and customs arrangements for the specific booking.
- Is there a ferry route to Northern Cyprus?
- The supplied port description states that Ro-Ro ferries operate toward Kyrenia. Frequency, vessel space, vehicle eligibility and current operating conditions are changeable, so written confirmation is required before cargo is collected.
- What cargo is most suitable for Taşucu?
- Rolling cargo, vehicles, trailers and selected conventional or project cargo generally fit the stated port profile. Heavy, oversized, hazardous or static cargo requires advance technical and regulatory review.
- How early should documents be submitted?
- Submit the full cargo and customs set as early as possible, preferably before truck dispatch or vessel nomination. The binding cut-off is the one issued for the selected sailing and terminal operation, not a generic port timetable.
- What is the main alternative if TRTAS cannot accept the cargo?
- Our service team can compare a regional gateway connection, including a road transfer to a larger Turkish port where appropriate. The decision depends on carrier routing, cargo characteristics, customs status, cost and required delivery date.
Data Sources & Provenance
Verification Boundary
Hard identifiers and the port description in this module are based on the supplied TRTAS port record: UN/LOCODE TRTAS, Taşucu, Turkey, coordinates 36.3114950 N / 33.8872400 E, the stated harbour composition, six-berth description, breakwater figures, cargo profile and Kyrenia Ro-Ro reference. Operational schedules, berth availability, terminal services, customs procedures, charges and acceptance rules remain subject to current confirmation.
For regulatory and institutional cross-checking, our service team may consult the official Turkish Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure domain uab.gov.tr and the Turkish Ministry of Trade domain ticaret.gov.tr. These domains are cited for authority-level verification of transport and customs frameworks; no unverified throughput, depth, tariff, sailing or service claim is inferred from them.