Ocean Freight Route

FoshanIstanbul

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Distance
4,261 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

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Origin Port

Foshan

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive rail connections linking Foshan to Pearl River Delta deep sea container ports
  • Dense expressway network providing reliable truck access to Nansha and Guangzhou seaports
  • Modern logistics parks and distribution centers supporting export-oriented cargo consolidation
  • Close location to major deep sea terminals in the Greater Bay Area enables efficient ocean export routing via nearby ports

Key Exports

Furniture and home furnishingsElectrical appliances and lighting productsCeramics, tiles, and sanitary wareMachinery and equipmentMetal products and hardware

Export Compliance

Most exporters route ocean cargo through nearby deep sea ports such as Guangzhou Nansha, so shipping instructions must specify the actual loading port rather than Foshan itself

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Destination Port

Istanbul

Infrastructure Highlights

  • A range of deep-water berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
  • Upgraded container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Extensive intermodal connections linking seaport and airport via highway and rail corridors
  • Purpose-built Ro-Ro and general cargo facilities for regional short-sea services

Key Imports

Crude oil and refined petroleum productsChemicals and petrochemicalsConsumer electronics and household appliancesIndustrial raw materials and componentsGrains and foodstuffs

Import Regulations

Imports are subject to Turkish customs rules, including advance cargo information, proper valuation, and correct HS coding.

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