Gulftainer has reported a 28 percent increase in throughput and container handling at its Iraq Container Terminal (ICT) at the start of 2026 compared with the same period last year.
The company attributed the growth to expanded carrier services, an enhanced product portfolio and improved operational performance, strengthening the terminal’s role as a gateway for cargo moving in and out of Iraq.
According to Gulftainer, the terminal introduced new carrier services during the period, expanding regional connectivity and supporting increased trade volumes while maintaining service stability.
Anas Almuhaisen, Managing Director of GT Iraq, said the terminal managed higher volumes while maintaining operational stability and service quality, adding that 2025 marked a transition to more balanced and sustainable growth.
Omar Rishi, Global Chief Commercial Officer at Gulftainer, highlighted capacity within the company’s wider network, noting that Umm Qasr Logistics Centre (UQLC) provides a 311,000 square metre yard to accommodate further volume growth.
The company stated that network expansion is intended to enhance service diversity, improve turnaround times and ensure continuity of cargo flows into and out of Iraq.
