Shipping Arabia, October 26, 2026 – The General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) has held discussions with national oil companies to explore improvements to oil tanker infrastructure, port logistics services and cargo loading and discharge operations. The talks aim to strengthen operational efficiency and enhance cooperation between Iraq’s maritime transport and energy sectors.
The discussions brought together senior officials from GCPI, the Oil Pipelines Company and the Iraqi Oil Tankers Company. They focused on developing port facilities, improving logistics capabilities and identifying opportunities for joint projects that support maritime operations and energy transportation.
The meeting took place under the supervision of Iraq’s Minister of Transport, Wahab Al-Hassani, as part of the ministry’s efforts to modernize port infrastructure and expand cooperation with national industries.
Iraqi Ports Discuss Oil Tanker Infrastructure and Operational Efficiency
Abdullah Ati Abdullah, Director General of GCPI, received Ali Abdul Karim Al-Mousawi, Director General of the Oil Pipelines Company, and Ali Qais, Director General of the Iraqi Oil Tankers Company, to discuss potential areas of cooperation.
A central focus of the meeting was the development of berths and supporting infrastructure used to accommodate oil tankers at Iraqi ports. Participants reviewed technical and logistics requirements for improving these facilities and supporting more efficient port operations.
The discussions also addressed measures to accelerate tanker loading and discharge activities, improve operational performance and enhance coordination between port operators and national oil companies.
In addition, the parties examined opportunities to implement joint projects and programs aimed at developing port services and infrastructure. The talks included potential cooperation in investment-related activities that could support improvements to port facilities and logistics operations.
These proposed measures form part of broader efforts to strengthen the operational capabilities of Iraqi ports and improve the services available to the country’s energy sector.
GCPI Seeks Stronger Integration with Iraq’s Energy Sector
During the meeting, GCPI reaffirmed its readiness to provide the technical capabilities and on-site operational support required to assist national oil companies in their activities.
The company emphasized the importance of expanding coordination with the oil sector to support infrastructure development, improve operational performance and strengthen the role of Iraqi ports in international trade and energy transportation.
GCPI also highlighted the value of closer cooperation between maritime transport institutions and energy companies in addressing shared operational requirements.
Representatives of the Oil Pipelines Company and Iraqi Oil Tankers Company welcomed continued coordination and stressed the importance of expanding partnership opportunities.
They emphasized that sustained cooperation between the port and oil sectors would support common operational objectives, improve service efficiency and strengthen integration between the two industries.
The discussions reflected a shared interest in developing more effective working arrangements between Iraq’s maritime infrastructure operators and national energy companies.
Port Development and National Industry Cooperation
The meeting forms part of the Iraqi Ministry of Transport’s efforts to upgrade port infrastructure and strengthen cooperation with national institutions involved in related economic activities.
The ministry’s approach includes improving the technical and logistics capabilities of Iraqi ports while encouraging closer coordination with industries that depend on maritime transport services.
For the oil sector, the discussions focused particularly on infrastructure serving tanker operations, the efficiency of loading and discharge activities, and the availability of supporting logistics services.
The potential joint projects and cooperation programs discussed during the meeting have not yet been detailed. However, the participating organizations expressed their willingness to continue coordination and explore opportunities to improve port operations and energy transportation services.
Through these efforts, GCPI aims to improve the performance of Iraqi ports and strengthen cooperation between the country’s transport and energy sectors.
Source: Iraqi Ministry of Transport and General Company for Ports of Iraq
