Gulftainer has announced a 28% increase in throughput at its Iraq Container Terminal (ICT). This growth compares the beginning of 2026 to the same period in the previous year. Consequently, the milestone highlights the terminal’s focus on operational excellence and supply chain expansion.
The terminal built strong momentum by enhancing its product portfolio and improving performance. Specifically, ICT successfully introduced new carrier services to expand regional connectivity. These additions reinforce the facility’s role as a primary gateway for the Iraqi market.
“These advancements allowed our facilities in Iraq to manage growing volumes while maintaining strong stability and service quality,” said Anas Almuhaisen, Managing Director at GT Iraq.
He further noted that 2025 marked a shift toward a more mature growth phase. This phase relies on efficiency, resilience, and sustainability. Therefore, ICT is now positioned to support the evolving needs of the regional logistics industry.
The company also highlighted the benefits of its wider network. For instance, the UQLC yard offers 311,000 square meters of space. This large area provides significant headroom for expanding cargo volumes while ensuring operational agility.
“UQLC’s 311,000 sqm yard offers substantial growth headroom, enabling us to accommodate expanding volumes while ensuring operational agility,” said Omar Rishi, Global Chief Commercial Officer at Gulftainer.
This network expansion improves service diversity and ensures consistent cargo movements. As a result, carriers and cargo owners benefit from faster turnaround times and reliable flows into and out of Iraq.
