Ocean Freight Route

IstanbulAtlanta

TRIST
ATL
Distance
5,003 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

TR
Origin Port

Istanbul

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Several deep-water berths capable of accommodating Panamax and post-Panamax vessels
  • Advanced container terminals with ship-to-shore gantry cranes and on-dock rail access
  • Well-developed intermodal connections linking seaport and airport via highway and rail corridors
  • Specialized Ro-Ro and general cargo facilities for regional short-sea services

Key Exports

Automobiles and automotive partsMachinery and industrial equipmentTextiles and apparelProcessed foods and agricultural productsIron and steel products

Export Compliance

All exporters should observe Turkish customs regulations, including accurate tariff classification and export declarations through the national single window system.

AT
Destination Port

Atlanta

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Extensive interstate highway connectivity via I-75, I-85, and I-20 enables high-volume ground freight.
  • Major air cargo operations at Hartsfield–Jackson handle time-sensitive and high-value shipments.
  • Integrated rail infrastructure with Class I railroads supports intermodal transfers between air and ground networks.
  • Advanced warehousing and distribution centers in the metro area serve regional and national fulfillment.

Key Imports

Consumer electronics and appliancesApparel, footwear, and retail goodsAutomotive components and finished vehicles (via rail/truck from seaports)Industrial machinery and capital equipmentPharmaceuticals and healthcare products

Import Regulations

Imported goods moving through Atlanta are subject to U.S. Customs and Border Protection (CBP) regulations and proper customs declarations.

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