Basra Gateway Terminal expands capacity with new mobile harbor crane
With a 54-meter boom and a 125-ton lifting capacity, the crane can handle vessels up to the post-Panamax class, significantly enhancing BGT's operational capabilities. This investment reflects BGT's commitment to modernizing Iraq's busiest port and providing reliable, sustainable services to its clients.
The addition of this advanced crane is expected to improve cargo handling efficiency and support the terminal's growing role in regional trade.
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