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Zawya
3 days ago
- Business
- Zawya
DP World, Mawani inaugurate $800mln terminal to boost global trade connectivity
DP World and Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) launched the South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, supporting DP World's SAR 3 billion ($800 million) expansion and development plans. The program aims to upgrade the terminal and enhance Saudi Arabia's position as a leading global hub connecting trade routes across Asia, Africa and Europe, according to Emirates News Agency (WAM). The three-year project transformed South Container Terminal into one of the region's most advanced and sustainable container terminals. This is in addition to more than doubling the capacity from 1.80 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) to 4 million TEUs. Under a 30-year Build-Operate-Transfer (BOT) agreement, the initiative also includes future capacity of 5 million TEUs, with additional ship-to-shore equipment to be deployed amid growing demands. Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, DP World Group's Chairman and CEO, said: 'This expansion builds on our 25-year legacy in Jeddah and reinforces our commitment to driving trade growth in the region. With this modernized terminal, we are enhancing efficiency, improving supply chain resilience and creating new trade opportunities for the Kingdom and beyond for decades to come.' With completion scheduled for the second quarter (Q2) of 2026, the latest expansion backs Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 goals of fostering trade connectivity and economic diversification. The terminal's modernization integrates advanced automation and digitalization to enhance operational efficiency, with smart systems reducing gate transaction times from two minutes to just 10 seconds. Automated and electrified yard cranes were deployed, along with an expanded fleet of quay cranes that will expand from 14 to 17 by the end of 2025, reaching 22 as the terminal scales up to 5 million TEUs. In the same vein, DP World is developing a facility for inspecting up to 75 reefers at one time, the biggest such port-centric facility in the Kingdom. The terminal spans a total quay length of 2,150 meters, including a deep-water quay with an 18-meter depth, capable of accommodating up to five ultra-large container vessels simultaneously. Adjacent to the terminal, DP World is investing in the 415,000 square meter Jeddah Logistics Park, offering warehousing, distribution and freight forwarding services. All Rights Reserved - Mubasher Info © 2005 - 2022 Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Zawya
30-05-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Why we're not receiving empty containers at Apapa Port — APM Terminals?
The container terminal operator at the Lagos Port Complex, APM Terminals has revealed that due to a sustained surge in import cargo volumes over recent weeks, foreign shipping lines have had to prioritise discharging incoming laden containers over evacuating empties. Responsimg to enquiries surrounding the congestion of empty containers at its terminal by Tribune Online, APM Terminal Manager, Steen Knudsen said that the management of empty container evacuation into the terminal – and subsequent shipment onto vessels – is the exclusive responsibility of shipping lines, which own and control all containers. Knudsen said, 'There have been insinuations suggesting that APM Terminals Apapa is not receiving empty containers, allegedly contributing to yard congestion. However, the terminal operator has clarified that the management of empty container evacuation into the terminal – and subsequent shipment onto vessels – is the exclusive responsibility of shipping lines, which own and control all containers. 'Due to a sharp and sustained surge in import cargo volumes over recent weeks, shipping lines have had to prioritize discharging incoming laden containers over evacuating empties. This operational shift has resulted in a growing inventory of empty containers within the terminal, significantly limiting yard space. 'As a result of this accumulation, APM Terminals Apapa has had to temporarily restrict the reception of additional empty containers until the existing stock is cleared by the shipping lines. 'We recognize the impact this may have on truck operators, consignees, and landside logistics, and we are actively engaging the shipping lines and relevant government authorities to expedite vessel evacuation of empty containers.' The Terminal Manager emphasised that the development is not due to a failure in terminal operations, but rather a systemic issue stemming from the imbalance in container traffic. 'Shipping lines play a key role in ensuring containers are loaded out as empties once they are returned. Unfortunately, the high volume of imports is tipping that balance. We are committed to doing everything within our operational capacity to support the clearing of this backlog,' the statement added. APM Terminals Apapa is appealing to landside customers, truck operators, and other stakeholders to kindly bear with the temporary restrictions and delays in receiving empties, while assuring them that every effort is being made to normalize the situation. 'APM Terminals Apapa remains steadfast in its commitment to professionalism, efficient service delivery, and partnership with stakeholders to ensure the Nigerian supply chain keeps moving,' he said. Recall that truckers had lamented that due to a lack of acceptance of empty containers at APM Terminals, many truckers are losing jobs while making unnecessary parking payments. Copyright © 2022 Nigerian Tribune Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
