Ocean Freight Route

IstanbulYantian

TRIST
CNCWN
Distance
4,329 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.

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

Shippers are required to follow Turkish customs regulations, including accurate tariff classification and export declarations through the national single window system.

CN
Destination Port

Yantian

Infrastructure Highlights

  • Deep-water berths supporting mainline Asia–Europe and transpacific services
  • Extensive container yard facilities with automated stacking systems
  • On-dock rail connections linking the terminal to inland logistics hubs across South China
  • Modern gate and truck appointment systems that optimize landside cargo flows

Key Imports

Raw materials and components for manufacturingConsumer goods and retail merchandiseAutomotive parts and machineryChemicals and industrial inputsFoodstuffs and refrigerated cargo

Import Regulations

Imported goods must undergo China Customs inspection, quarantine, and CIQ requirements, especially for agricultural products

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