Nador West Med: The East Terminal Receives Its First Next-Generation Container Cranes
The East Terminal of the Nador West Med port has reached a new milestone in its operational readiness. The West Med Container Terminal (WMCT) has received its first batch of three state-of-the-art container cranes, designed to accommodate the largest container ships in the world as soon as the terminal is operational, which is scheduled for late 2026.
Three State-of-the-Art Cranes for the East Terminal
The West Med Container Terminal (WMCT), the concessionary company of the East Terminal at Nador West Med, has welcomed a first batch of three Ship-to-Shore (STS) container cranes, marking a significant advancement in the deployment of the future port hub’s infrastructure.
Manufactured by the Chinese company ZPMC, these Super Post-Panamax cranes are specifically designed to handle very large container ships, meeting the standards of major international ports.
A Key Step Before Commissioning
The arrival of these cranes represents a critical phase in the operationalization of the East Terminal, which is set to be commissioned in the fourth quarter of 2026.
These pieces of equipment will enable fast loading and unloading operations, while also enhancing productivity and competitiveness at the new terminal, poised to play a strategic role in regional and international maritime trade.
A Partnership Between Marsa Maroc and the MSC Group
The development of the East Terminal is carried out under a strategic partnership between Marsa Maroc and Terminal Investment Limited (TIL), a subsidiary of the MSC (Mediterranean Shipping Company), the world’s largest container shipping company.
This alliance aims to position Nador West Med as a leading logistics platform in the Mediterranean, capable of hosting the largest commercial vessels and strengthening Morocco’s status as a port hub between Europe, Africa, and the Americas.
Nador West Med Continues Its Growth
The receipt of this initial equipment confirms the progress of the Nador West Med project, one of the most significant port and industrial complexes in the Kingdom.
With modern infrastructure and cutting-edge equipment, the future container terminal aims to boost national logistical capacities, attract new international shipping lines, and support the development of Morocco’s foreign trade.
