Türkiye’s Ports Handle 412.1 Million Tonnes of Cargo in Nine Months
Cargo throughput at Türkiye’s ports reached 412.1 million tonnes from January to September, while container volume rose by 2.7% year on year to 10.77 million TEU. Container and liquid bulk cargo handling also increased in September.
Türkiye’s ports handled a total of 412.1 million tonnes of cargo in the first nine months of 2026. During the same period, container throughput increased by 2.7% year on year to 10.77 million TEU. September figures also showed continued growth in container and liquid bulk cargo handling.
Container Throughput Rises by 7.6%
Container throughput at Türkiye’s ports increased by 7.6% in September compared with the same month last year. Liquid bulk cargo handling also recorded a rise of 4.8%, with both cargo segments posting year-on-year growth during the month.
Ports Remain Vital to Maritime Trade
Port operations play a significant role in Türkiye’s foreign trade, as well as in the logistics infrastructure supporting production and exports. The handling of seaborne cargo is essential to maintaining international trade connections and ensuring the continuity of supply chains.
The 412.1 million tonnes of cargo handled and 10.77 million TEU recorded in the first nine months highlight the scale of Türkiye’s maritime transport activity. The increases in container and liquid bulk cargo handling in September further reflect the level of commercial activity at the country’s ports.
