Port of Rize

Port of Rize is a commercial port located on the eastern Black Sea coast of Türkiye, serving regional and international maritime trade. The port mainly handles general cargo and dry bulk cargoes.

Location

• Region: Eastern Black Sea, Türkiye

• Coordinates: 41°03′ N – 40°34′50″ E

• Port Area: 130,000 m²

Port Overview

Situated on the Black Sea coast, Port of Rize handles general cargo, ore, coal, timber, fertilizers, and dry bulk cargoes. The port consists of inner and outer harbor facilities suitable for medium-sized vessels operating in the Black Sea region.

Berths & Depths

Inner Port

• Total Berth Length: 500 m

• Depth: 2.50 – 4.50 m

Outer Port

• Facilities: 3 quays + 1 Ro/Ro ramp

• Depth Range: 8.00 – 12.00 m

Berth Details

• Ore Pier: 200 m length – 12.0 m depth

• General Cargo Pier: 200 m length – 8.0 m depth

• Passenger Pier: 130 m length – 10.0 m depth

• Ro/Ro Pier: 30 m length – 6.5 m depth

• Second General Cargo Pier: 100 m length – 4.5 m depth

• Navy Pier: 100 m length – 4.5 m depth

• Cabotage Vessels Pier: 225 m length – 4.0 m depth

Vessel Limitations

• Maximum Allowed DWT: 45,000 DWT

Cargo & Facilities

• Cargo Types:

  • General cargo

  • Dry bulk cargo

  • Ore

  • Coal

  • Timber

  • Fertilizers

• Bulk Handling: Shore cranes and conveyor system

• Ore Loading Rate: approx. 5,000 MT/day

Storage & Bonded Areas

• Covered Bulk Storage: 10,000 m²

• Bonded Areas:

  • 7,000 m² open

  • 1,000 m² covered

  • 2,000 m² dedicated tea import/export area

Additional Facilities

• Fresh Water Supply: Available

• Bunkering: Provided by local suppliers

• Waste Reception: Solid and liquid waste reception available

• Container Handling: Not available

• Passenger Facilities: Available

• Ro/Ro Services: Twice weekly service to/from Poti