The international ports operating arm of AD Ports Group, Noatum Ports, has confirmed the delivery of three new ship-to-shore (STS) and six rubber tyred gantry (RTG) cranes to its new multipurpose terminal in Safaga, Egypt.
The Super Post-Panamax-class cranes made by Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. Ltd (ZPMC) were delivered following ocean transport from China.
This confirms the commencement of phased operational activities at Noatum Ports – Safaga Terminal, subsequent to the completion of major infrastructure development works.
Located on Egypt’s Red Sea coast, Noatum Ports – Safaga Terminal is poised to be the first internationally operated port terminal in the Upper Egypt region of southern Egypt.
Designed to handle containers, general cargo, dry and liquid bulk, and Ro-Ro cargo, the terminal will support regional and international trade flows while delivering high productivity, deep draft capabilities.
Noatum Ports chief executive, Mohammed Al Tamimi, said: “The arrival of the STS and RTG cranes marks a key operational milestone for Noatum Ports – Safaga Terminal, ahead of its opening later this year as a major gateway for economic development in southern Egypt.
“This milestone signals the transition from development to operations at a strategically important location.
“The terminal will serve as a key Red Sea gateway, supporting global trade flows and contributing to Egypt’s economic growth.”
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