SY Prefix and Three-Character Location Code
Syrian Arab Republic uses the country prefix SY in the UN/LOCODE structure. For example, SYLTK identifies Lattakia and SYTTS identifies Tartus in the indexed sample.
Seaports in Syrian Arab Republic: Port Codes, Throughput & Regional Guide (2026)
Six ports and terminals indexed in our database reflect Syrian Arab Republic's eastern Mediterranean shipping role, with Lattakia and Tartus generally serving as the principal maritime gateways subject to operational and regulatory confirmation.
Review UN/LOCODE references, regional port roles, indicative trade lanes and current data limitations for Syrian Arab Republic.
Syrian Arab Republic Port Overview
Syrian Arab Republic has a compact maritime network on the eastern Mediterranean. The figures below distinguish Ecer Freight's indexed coverage from national or port-authority statistics, which may use different definitions and reporting periods.
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Syrian Arab Republic ports & terminals indexed in our database
Ecer Freight database · Nov 2026
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National seaborne cargo tonnage, 2025; YoY change not publicly verified
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Container throughput in TEU, 2025; YoY change not publicly verified
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Commercial berth count, 2025; YoY change not publicly verified
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How many seaports does Syrian Arab Republic have?
Syrian Arab Republic has 6 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight in its Nov 2026 database snapshot. This indexed count is not a national legal or infrastructure inventory.
Which is the main port in Syrian Arab Republic?
Lattakia, listed under UN/LOCODE SYLTK, is generally treated as the leading commercial maritime gateway in Syrian Arab Republic, although current cargo activity is subject to confirmation.
Which areas handle the country's main maritime cargo?
The principal coastal cargo cluster is concentrated around Lattakia (SYLTK) and Tartus (SYTTS), while Baniyas (SYBAN) has an important energy and liquid-bulk association.
Top Ports in Syrian Arab Republic
The table uses the six highest-priority records in the Ecer Freight sample. A globally comparable 2025 TEU league-table rank and verified year-on-year throughput series were not located for these Syrian Arab Republic records; dashes therefore apply to the complete rank, throughput and change fields rather than representing zero activity.
Indexed port and terminal records, ordered by database activity priority
| World rank | Port | UN-LOCODE | 2025 throughput (M TEU) | YoY change | Region |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| — | Lattakia | SYLTK | — | — | Northwest Mediterranean coast |
| — | Tartus | SYTTS | — | — | Central Mediterranean coast |
| — | Arwad | SYARW | — | — | Offshore island and coastal area |
| — | Baniyas | SYBAN | — | — | Northwest Mediterranean coast |
| — | Damascus (damas) | SYDAM | — | — | Inland logistics reference |
| — | Damascus | SYDMS | — | — | Inland logistics reference |
Syrian Arab Republic Port Regions
Northwest Mediterranean Coast
This cluster covers the country's principal western maritime gateway and the nearby energy-oriented port area. Cargo mix and service availability can vary with operating conditions.
Northwest coastal records
Central Mediterranean Coast and Islands
Tartus is a major coastal reference point in the Ecer Freight sample, while Arwad represents an island and local coastal record rather than a comparable container hub.
Central coastal and island records
Inland Logistics and Administrative References
Damascus is inland and is not a seaport. These records are retained because city-level or logistics references can appear in routing and documentation workflows connected with Syrian Arab Republic cargo.
Inland reference records in the indexed sample
| Port | UN-LOCODE | City / Province | Main cargo role |
|---|---|---|---|
| Damascus (damas) | SYDAM | — | Inland logistics and administrative reference |
| Damascus | SYDMS | Damascus | Inland logistics and administrative reference |
Syrian Arab Republic Port Codes and UN/LOCODEs
UN/LOCODE references help identify locations in shipping instructions, customs records, bills of lading and transport systems. A code should be checked against the specific location and operational purpose before booking.
City-Level and Terminal-Level Distinctions
A city or port-area code may not identify a particular terminal, berth, depot or inland facility. Booking documents should therefore confirm the named facility, cargo-handling capability and current acceptance status separately.
How to Verify a Code
Compare the requested location with the official UNECE reference and the Ecer Freight Port Codes directory. Confirm that the code, city and terminal description match the shipment instruction.
Shipping from Syrian Arab Republic: Main Trade Lanes
Sea-freight routing from Syrian Arab Republic is typically planned through Mediterranean connections, with transshipment, vessel schedules, sanctions screening, carrier acceptance and port operating conditions requiring confirmation before booking.
Eastern Mediterranean to Europe
Lattakia and Tartus may connect with Mediterranean hubs before onward movement to European markets, subject to carrier service availability.
Eastern Mediterranean to the Middle East
Regional cargo may use short-sea and hub connections toward Levantine, Turkish and Gulf markets, depending on route permissions and equipment.
Liquid Bulk and Energy Movements
Baniyas is associated with liquid-bulk and energy-related activity; cargo acceptance, product restrictions and terminal conditions require case-by-case confirmation.
Container and Project Cargo via Transshipment
Containerized and project cargo may require a feeder or relay arrangement through a Mediterranean hub, with documentation and compliance checks before sailing.
Data Sources and Methodology
Port coverage, code presentation and macro statistics are kept as separate measures. Publicly comparable throughput data is shown only where a reliable and appropriately defined source is available.
- Ecer Freight Ports Database — first-party snapshot reviewed in Nov 2026, containing 6 Syrian Arab Republic port and terminal records.
- UNECE — UN/LOCODE structure and location-code verification reference.
- UN Trade and Development — international maritime and port-sector context; country-level definitions may differ from port-level reporting.
- National Geospatial-Intelligence Agency — navigational and maritime reference context; operational details remain subject to local confirmation.
Syrian Arab Republic Port FAQ
How many seaports does Syrian Arab Republic have?
Syrian Arab Republic has 6 seaports and terminals indexed by Ecer Freight as of the Nov 2026 data snapshot. The count is indexed coverage, not a claim that every national maritime facility is included.
What is the largest or busiest port in Syrian Arab Republic?
Lattakia, UN/LOCODE SYLTK, is generally regarded as the leading commercial gateway. A verified 2025 national league-table ranking is not available in the reviewed public data.
What are the main port codes for Syrian Arab Republic?
Key indexed codes include SYLTK for Lattakia, SYTTS for Tartus and SYBAN for Baniyas. The exact facility and terminal should be confirmed before shipping instructions are finalized.
Which regions handle most Syrian Arab Republic maritime cargo?
The main maritime activity is concentrated along the eastern Mediterranean coast, particularly around Lattakia and Tartus. Baniyas has an important liquid-bulk and energy-related association.
Are Damascus records seaports?
No. Damascus is inland. The SYDAM and SYDMS records are retained as inland logistics or administrative references in the indexed sample and should not be treated as coastal seaports.
How current are the Syrian Arab Republic port figures?
The Ecer Freight coverage snapshot is from Nov 2026, while the latest complete statistical year targeted for comparison is 2025. Port operations, schedules and cargo acceptance remain subject to confirmation.
How can a shipper request a Syrian Arab Republic freight quotation?
Shippers can request current FCL or LCL pricing through the quotation pages, providing the cargo description, origin, destination, equipment, weight, dimensions and preferred sailing window.
Editorial note: This page combines Ecer Freight's first-party port index with publicly available maritime references. Indexed coverage and code records are reviewed with the database snapshot, while transport conditions, carrier schedules, throughput figures and compliance requirements are updated or checked as new reliable information becomes available.
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