CMA CGM announces the opening of its new Dry Port in Baghdad
After over thirty three years of continuous presence in Iraq, the CMA CGM Group announces the opening of its new bonded Dry Port* near Baghdad in the Abu Ghreib area, in Iraq, in June 2013, said in the company's press release.
Exclusively managed and operated by CMA CGM, the Dry Port will be the only one in Iraq, giving customers the opportunity, for the first time, to custom clear their cargo near Baghdad instead of Umm Qasr, according their convenience time. This important upgrade shows the intention of the CMA CGM Group to facilitate its customers’ business in Iraq and to strengthen its roots in this flourishing market.
The Dry Port will be ideally connected to CMA CGM’s inland transportation network, with a possible railway connection 3km away from the site and fast in bond transit from Umm Qasr. The storage facilities for full containers, LCL and refrigerated cargo will benefit from 24 hours surveillance and security services, keeping the cargo safe at all times.
With 4 offices strategically located in Iraq, 2 dedicated feeders connecting the Iraqi port of Umm Qasr with Khorfakkan hub, the exclusive concession of the Terminal No.4 in Umm Qasr port, and the opening of this new dry port, CMA CGM confirms its leadership position in the Iraqi market in terms of volume, service, and innovation, and encourages the development of commercial activities and the creation of new businesses in this strongly developing market.
Specifications of the Dry Port:
Total Surface: 165 000 sqm
Yard Surface: 90 000 sqm
Storage capacity: 12 000 TEUs
Total construction: 8 500 sqm divided into 7 building units
Onsite CMA CGM administration building
Container scanner avoiding time consuming manual inspections
Custom offices located inside the Dry Port