Key Port Facts
Fuel Grades Available at Constanta
Seven Ocean procures the following marine fuel grades at Constanta. Click any grade for full technical specifications.
Delivery Methods
- Barge at anchorage
- Alongside at oil terminal
Primary Anchorages
Constanta outer anchorage
Port Detail
Black Sea leader
Constanta is the largest Black Sea port by container volume and has become a critical alternative grain export route since 2022, handling significant Ukrainian and Romanian grain volumes.
Strategic geography
Vessels transiting the Bosporus need to plan bunker calls carefully due to Turkish Straits restrictions. Constanta is a natural Black Sea bunker stop for vessels staying in the region.
Med ECA exception
The Black Sea sits outside the Mediterranean ECA — vessels staying in the Black Sea can still burn VLSFO without LSMGO mandate, though most operators are voluntarily transitioning.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Constanta safe for bunkering?
Yes — port operations are routine. Vessels need to follow current Black Sea routing advisories given the geopolitical context, but Romanian port operations themselves are unaffected.
Should I bunker Constanta vs Istanbul?
For Black Sea-bound vessels staying in the region, Constanta. For vessels transiting through, Istanbul / Ambarli area at the Bosphorus is often preferred.