Guide to Port Entry 2025 (4 volumes)

Master Global Port Operations with the Definitive 2025 Reference
The Guide to Port Entry 2025 is the ultimate tool for maritime professionals who demand accuracy, efficiency, and reliability in port planning. Spanning four comprehensive volumes, this printed edition delivers unparalleled coverage of over 9,700 commercial ports and terminals worldwide, ensuring that every port call is backed by the most precise and actionable data available. Whether navigating bustling trade hubs or remote industrial terminals, this guide equips crews with the intelligence needed to streamline operations and avoid costly disruptions.

Precision Data for Every Port, Every Time
Each port entry in this guide is meticulously detailed across more than 70 information sections, addressing everything from pre-arrival requirements and documentation to maximum vessel dimensions and cargo handling capabilities. With real-world ACE (Actual Condition Experienced) reports from visiting vessels, users gain practical insights into port conditions, helping them anticipate challenges before they arise. This level of detail transforms planning from a reactive process into a proactive strategy, saving time and resources with every voyage.

Instant Connections to Over 20,000 Service Providers
Beyond navigation data, the guide serves as a vital directory for port services, listing over 20,000 providers—from pilots and tug operators to repair facilities and waste management companies. Each entry includes up-to-date contact information, enabling quick coordination and reducing downtime. Paired with more than 5,500 port plans, crews can pinpoint exact locations of critical infrastructure, ensuring seamless logistical execution from arrival to departure.

Stay Ahead with Real-Time Updates via QR Codes
The maritime industry moves fast, and static information can quickly become obsolete. To address this, the 2025 edition integrates unique QR codes throughout the volumes, allowing users to access the latest port updates instantly via smartphone or tablet. This hybrid approach combines the reliability of print with the agility of digital, ensuring that crews always have the most current data—without waiting for the next edition.

Designed for the Rigors of Commercial Shipping
Tailored for the merchant marine sector, this guide is built to withstand the demands of global operations. Its four-volume structure enables targeted research by cargo type, facility, or region, while the inclusion of nearly 6,000 additional berth locations, 1,000 new terminals, and 65 newly documented ports reflects the evolving landscape of international trade. With 4,481 pages of content, 1,000 photographs and maps, and a focus on usability, it is the most comprehensive resource available for ensuring smooth, secure, and efficient port entries.

The Guide to Port Entry 2025 is a printed, four-volume set published in February 2025, offering the most extensive port coverage available. It includes data on over 9,700 ports and terminals, 20,000 service providers, and 5,500 port plans, all presented across 4,481 pages. Weighing 1.6 kg per volume, this 30th edition introduces 65 new ports, 1,000 new terminals, and nearly 6,000 additional berth locations, along with 1,000 photographs and maps for enhanced clarity. Unique QR codes provide access to real-time updates, ensuring the information remains current throughout the year.

For decades, this publication has been the gold standard for maritime professionals, trusted by captains, navigators, and shipping operators worldwide. Backed by a legacy of precision and innovation, it combines decades of industry expertise with cutting-edge digital integration, delivering a resource that evolves alongside the dynamic needs of global shipping. Its reputation for reliability and depth has made it an indispensable tool for vessels of all types, from container ships to bulk carriers.

• This guide eliminates guesswork in port planning by providing verified, up-to-date data on regulations, facilities, and services for over 9,700 ports.
• Real-world ACE reports offer practical insights from fellow mariners, while QR code-linked updates ensure access to the latest information.
• With over 20,000 service providers and 5,500 port plans, it streamlines coordination and enhances operational efficiency, reducing delays and costs.
• Its four-volume format allows for targeted research, making it adaptable to any voyage or cargo type.
• while the inclusion of 1,000 photographs and maps clarifies complex port layouts.