Samsun: terminals and cargoes
Samsun is the main port of the central Black Sea coast, with Ro-Ro links across the Black Sea and bulk berths for the region.
The main terminals
| Terminal | Where | Typical cargoes |
|---|---|---|
| Samsunport | Samsun | Multipurpose: general cargo, Ro-Ro, containers, bulk |
| Yeşilyurt Port | Samsun | Multipurpose: dry bulk, general cargo |
| Fertilizer jetty | Samsun | Fertilizer and raw materials |
A rough guide only: most terminals handle more than what is listed, and the cargo mix changes with trade, markets and sanctions. Your agent will know what a berth is taking at the moment.
What arrives and what leaves
Grain, fertilizer and steel come in, and Ro-Ro and general cargo connect the region with Black Sea countries.
Surveys on a typical call
Bulk calls need draft surveys and often sampling. Ro-Ro and general cargo bring damage surveys and tally. See the draft survey, grain and fertilizer guides.
Practical notes
- The Black Sea is rough in winter, and storms can hold up berthing and surveys.
Companies in Samsun
The Samsun page lists the authorized inspection companies, ship agents and other service companies working there.
Finding a surveyor
Choose the port on Portiva to see every authorized company there. To get quotes, send one request and we pass it to companies working in that port. Survey companies abroad looking for a local surveyor to attend on their behalf can use the attending surveyor request.