• Sany delivers first straddle carriers to Algeria’s port of Oran.
• Delivery part of 11-unit order to boost container handling capacity.
• Port upgrades support Algeria’s plan for trade growth and diversification.
  

Chinese equipment manufacturer Sany announced on Wednesday the delivery of the first batch of 370 kW straddle carriers to the port of Oran in northern Algeria. According to several trade publications, the shipment is part of an order for 11 straddle carriers, nine standard units, and two mini models, intended for container handling operations, including transfer, storage, and stacking between the quays and storage yards.

The delivery follows the arrival of three quay cranes in July and is part of a broader investment program to enhance the port’s versatility, with a particular focus on expanding its container segment. The container terminal has been undergoing extension works in recent months to increase capacity. In 2024, the port of Oran handled 295,000 TEUs and a total cargo volume of 11.3 million tons.

The investment plan aligns with the Algerian government’s roadmap to boost the competitiveness of national ports and support economic diversification. The port of Algiers recently expanded its berths, raising its storage capacity to over 14,000 TEUs.

Beyond operational expansion, current initiatives also target governance improvements, including the digitalization of port processes and the introduction of round-the-clock services to improve efficiency and service reliability.

Henoc Dossa