PL Prefix and Three-Letter Location Code
Poland uses the country prefix PL followed by a three-character location identifier. For example, PLGDA identifies Gdansk and PLGDY identifies Gdynia in UN/LOCODE-style records.
Seaports in Poland: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Poland has 37 ports and terminals indexed in the Ecer Freight database and serves as a major Baltic gateway for Central European container, bulk, energy and Ro-Ro cargo.
Explore Poland port codes, leading Baltic gateways, cargo regions and indicative shipping connections.
Poland Port Overview
Poland’s maritime network is concentrated on the Baltic coast, with Gdansk and Gdynia forming the principal container gateways and Szczecin–Swinoujscie supporting bulk, ferry and industrial cargo. Inland logistics locations connect these ports with Central European production and distribution centres.
37
Poland ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
100.6M
Cargo handled by Polish seaports, 2025; approximately +5% YoY
GUS 2025 maritime statistics
3.3M
Container throughput, 2025; approximately +8% YoY
Polish port authorities · 2025
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National berth total, 2025; comparable official consolidated figure not published
GUS 2025 methodology note
How many seaports does Poland have?
Poland has 37 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the November 2026 database snapshot. This first-party coverage count is separate from national port-authority classifications.
Which are Poland’s largest container gateways?
Gdansk, served under UN/LOCODE PLGDA, is generally Poland’s leading container gateway, followed by Gdynia under PLGDY. Actual rankings vary by reporting scope and year.
Which regions handle most Polish maritime cargo?
The Baltic coast around Gdansk–Gdynia and the Szczecin–Swinoujscie area handle the principal maritime flows, while inland locations such as Katowice and Lodz support port-linked distribution.
Top Ports in Poland by Cargo Activity
The table combines container relevance and wider freight importance. Container figures are indicative 2025 reported volumes where available; smaller coastal ports may be significant for local, ferry, fishing or project cargo without appearing in global container rankings.
Selected Polish ports and terminals, 2025 indicative view
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Approx. 90 | Gdansk | PLGDA | 2.75 | +22.5% | Gulf of Gdansk |
| Approx. 125 | Gdynia | PLGDY | 1.05 | +4.0% | Gulf of Gdansk |
| — | Szczecin | PLSZC | — | — | Western Baltic |
| — | Swinoujscie | PLSWI | — | — | Western Baltic |
| — | Kolobrzeg | PLKOL | — | — | Central Baltic coast |
| — | Ustka | PLUST | — | — | Central Baltic coast |
Poland Port Regions and Cargo Roles
Gulf of Gdansk
The Gdansk–Gdynia cluster is Poland’s principal container gateway and connects Baltic shipping with national and Central European inland corridors.
Ports in the Gulf of Gdansk
Western Baltic
Szczecin and Swinoujscie serve western Poland, Germany-facing logistics corridors, bulk cargo, ferries and industrial supply chains.
Ports in the Western Baltic cluster
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Szczecin | PLSZC | Szczecin | Bulk, steel, general cargo and regional container flows |
| Swinoujscie | PLSWI | Swinoujscie | Ferries, bulk and energy-related cargo |
| Miedzyzdroje | PLMID | Miedzyzdroje | Local coastal and service-port activity |
| Nowe Warpno | PLNWA | Nowe Warpno | Local waterborne and short-sea activity |
Central and Inland Logistics Links
These locations are included as port-linked logistics or inland-waterway records in the database and help connect Polish maritime gateways with inland cargo markets.
Inland-linked records in the Poland database
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Lodz | PLLOD | Lodz | Inland distribution and intermodal cargo |
| Katowice | PLKTW | Katowice | Industrial cargo and inland container distribution |
| Malaszewicze | PLMAA | Malaszewicze | Rail-linked cross-border logistics |
| Bydgoszcz | PLBZG | Bydgoszcz | Inland waterway and regional distribution |
Poland Port Codes and UN/LOCODE Structure
City-Level and Terminal-Level Records
A city may have more than one database record where terminals, operating areas or legacy identifiers are maintained separately. The code should therefore be checked against the named facility and booking instructions.
How to Verify a Poland Port Code
Cross-check the location against the UNECE reference and compare it with the Ecer Freight port-code directory before preparing shipping documents.
Shipping from Poland: Main Trade Lanes
Transit times are indicative port-to-port ranges and depend on sailing schedules, transshipment, seasonality, equipment availability, customs procedures and final inland delivery.
Poland to North Europe
Regular short-sea and feeder connections link Polish Baltic gateways with North Sea and Scandinavian hubs.
Poland to the Mediterranean
Mediterranean cargo commonly moves through direct or transshipment services connecting the Baltic with southern European markets.
Poland to East Asia
Long-haul container cargo from Poland to East Asia is generally routed via major Baltic, North European or Mediterranean transshipment networks.
Poland to North America
North American services may use direct Baltic calls or European hub transshipment, depending on carrier network design.
Data Sources and Methodology
Port coverage, code mapping and commercial guidance are presented separately from official national statistics. Throughput values can differ according to whether a source reports port-wide cargo, terminal cargo, containers or TEU.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party database snapshot for Nov 2026, containing 37 Poland port and terminal records.
- Statistics Poland — national maritime transport and port activity statistics, including the latest complete 2025 reporting period.
- Government of Poland — official transport and maritime administration information used for national context.
- UNECE — international UN/LOCODE structure and location-code reference.
- Port of Gdansk Authority — port and terminal activity information for Gdansk.
- Port of Gdynia Authority — port activity and infrastructure information for Gdynia.
Poland Port FAQ
How many seaports does Poland have?
Poland has 37 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in the Nov 2026 database snapshot. The figure describes indexed coverage, not a universal statutory count of every maritime facility.
What is the largest container port in Poland?
Gdansk, code PLGDA, is generally Poland’s largest container gateway by recent reported container activity, with Gdynia, code PLGDY, also a major container port.
What is the UN/LOCODE for Gdansk?
The indexed UN/LOCODE for Gdansk is PLGDA. Booking parties should verify the exact terminal and carrier routing before using the code in shipping documents.
Which Polish port regions are most important?
The Gulf of Gdansk and the Western Baltic around Szczecin and Swinoujscie are the principal maritime freight regions. Inland logistics records extend the network toward industrial centres.
Are Poland port statistics updated in real time?
No. This page uses a Nov 2026 database snapshot and the latest complete statistical year, 2025. Port authority releases and carrier schedules may be updated at different intervals.
How can shipping rates from Poland be requested?
FCL and LCL rates can be compared through the relevant Ecer Freight quotation pages. A reliable request should include origin, destination, cargo type, container or volume details, weight and desired shipping date.
Editorial note: This Poland port guide combines Ecer Freight’s first-party indexed-port records with publicly available national, port-authority and international references. Commercial port coverage is reviewed with database updates, while statistical figures follow the latest complete reporting year available. Schedules, capacity, port calls and transit times remain subject to confirmation.
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