Turkey's Ministry of Transport aims to connect 20 ports to rail by 2026, enhancing logistics and reducing transport costs across the nation.
Ports Get a Railway Touch: The Goal is 20 Connected Ports by 2026
The Ministry of Transport and Infrastructure is launching a new initiative to strengthen Turkey's logistics infrastructure as part of its 2026 targets. According to the ministry's plan, the number of ports with railway connections will be increased to 20.
The project aims to transform ports from mere coastal facilities into integrated hubs that work directly with production centers and organized industrial zones. This way, cargo can be transported to inland areas without the need for road transport.
Inland Areas Will Approach the Ports
Railway integration will reduce transportation costs, especially for industrial producers in Anatolia. With the delivery of containerized and bulk cargo to ports via rail lines, both transit times will be shortened and logistics processes will become more predictable.
Additionally, by reducing the share of road transport, the project aims to decrease traffic congestion, fuel consumption, and carbon emissions.
"Logistics Superpower" Goal
The ministry views this investment as a crucial component of its strategy to enhance Turkey's role in international trade. Ports with railway connections will create critical infrastructure for the Middle Corridor, the Europe-Asia trade route, and regional transit transportation.
With this step, Turkey aims to become not just a route for cargo transport, but a logistics hub where cargo is collected, processed, and redistributed.
Source: SeaNews Türkiye
