Ocean Freight Route

IstanbulXiamen

TRIST
CNXMN
Distance
4,423 NM
Ocean Transit
## Days
Service Frequency
Daily Sailings

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See specialized logistics solutions for moving freight between Turkey and China.

Logistics Infrastructure Profile

Comparative analysis of origin and destination capabilities.

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Origin 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 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.

CN
Destination Port

Xiamen

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Deep-water berths capable of accommodating mainline box ships
  • Extensive container terminals with STS gantry cranes
  • Integrated multimodal network with road and rail connections to inland manufacturing zones
  • Advanced yard operations using rubber-tired and rail-mounted gantry cranes for container handling

Key Imports

Raw materials and components for manufacturingChemicals and plasticsAgricultural products and foodstuffsConsumer goods and retail merchandiseMachinery, equipment, and industrial parts

Import Regulations

All inbound cargo is governed by Chinese customs, quarantine, and CIQ requirements, including pre-arrival documentation.

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