Hapag-Lloyd and Damietta Port Discuss Expanding Cooperation and Shipping Activity
Shipping Arabia, October 8, 2026 – Hapag-Lloyd and Damietta Port Authority have discussed expanding cooperation as the German shipping line looks to increase its business in Egypt and strengthen vessel calls and container handling activity through Damietta Port.
Damietta Port Authority Chairman Rear Adm. Tarek Adly Abdallah received a Hapag-Lloyd delegation comprising Alper Tavukcu, Regional Managing Director for Egypt, Türkiye and Greece, and Amr Ismail, Operations Manager at Hapag-Lloyd Egypt.
The meeting formed part of continuing coordination between the port authority and Hapag-Lloyd and focused on supporting the shipping line’s plans to increase its activity in the Egyptian market.
Rear Adm. Dr. Ahmed Hamdy Abdelaziz, Vice Chairman of Damietta Port Authority, and Rear Adm. Rifaat El-Mardini, Head of the Central Administration for Traffic and Zones, also attended the discussions.
Hapag-Lloyd and Damietta Port explore stronger coordination
The talks covered several areas of cooperation between Damietta Port Authority and Hapag-Lloyd, including ways to strengthen coordination and facilitate the requirements of the shipping services operated by the line through Damietta Port.
Both sides discussed measures aimed at supporting Hapag-Lloyd’s operations and ensuring that the port can continue meeting the requirements associated with the line’s maritime services.
The Hapag-Lloyd delegation emphasized the importance of Damietta Port as one of the region’s strategic ports. The delegation pointed to the port’s operational capabilities and developed infrastructure as key factors supporting its role in the shipping line’s activities.
Hapag-Lloyd also indicated that it intends to increase its business volume in Egypt. As part of this direction, the company plans to strengthen vessel activity and cargo handling through Damietta Port during the coming period.
Role in Tahya Misr 1 Container Terminal
Hapag-Lloyd is one of the members of the consortium operating the Tahya Misr 1 Container Terminal at Damietta Port.
The shipping line’s participation in the terminal operating consortium reflects the importance of Damietta Port within container shipping and maritime transport services, as well as the port’s growing role in supporting international trade flows.
The meeting therefore covered not only the shipping line’s current activity at the port but also continued coordination around its broader operational requirements and plans for increased activity in Egypt.
Damietta Port Authority pledges operational support
Abdallah reaffirmed Damietta Port Authority’s commitment to maintaining direct communication and coordination with shipping lines operating through the port.
He said the authority aims to provide the necessary support to facilitate maritime and operational activities, while helping shipping lines meet their service requirements efficiently.
The authority also views this cooperation as part of its efforts to support higher cargo handling volumes and strengthen Damietta Port’s competitiveness.
These efforts are proceeding alongside development work at the port and measures to improve its infrastructure and operational capabilities.
By maintaining close coordination with major shipping lines such as Hapag-Lloyd, Damietta Port Authority aims to support increased shipping activity while facilitating the operational requirements of carriers serving the Egyptian market.
Source: Damietta Port Authority
