DP World has expanded its operations in Romania with the introduction of two new mobile harbor cranes and the completion of a 119,000 m² multimodal terminal platform at Constanta South Container Terminal (CSCT). These investments significantly increase the port’s capacity at a time of growing demand for resilient European supply chains and reinforce DP World’s long-term commitment to the country as a strategic gateway between the Black Sea and mainland Europe.

The developments build on DP World’s 20th anniversary in Romania last year and follow more than €250 million invested in the country since 2004. Together with recent additions — including a new RO-RO terminal, a project cargo facility in Constanta and the inland intermodal hub in Aiud — the upgrades form part of DP World’s strategy to transform connectivity in the region.

Kris Adams, Executive Vice President for Eastern Europe at DP World, said: “This significant investment in the Port of Constanta demonstrates our commitment to supporting international trade in the face of evolving global challenges. By enhancing the Port’s capacity, we will not only alleviate congestion but also strengthen Constanta’s position as a regional logistics hub, enabling the terminal to operate at its full potential.”

New cranes strengthen capacity and regional resilience
The two mobile harbor cranes boost CSCT’s annual handling capability to 810,000 TEU a year. Their introduction comes at a critical time, with Constanta playing an expanded role in supporting European cargo flows following the disruption of Ukraine’s Black Sea ports.

The cranes will:

• Increase throughput by up to 280,000 tonnes in 2026–2027
• Cut waiting times by over 66% for grain
• Improve container vessel efficiency by around 20%
• Reduce fuel consumption and improve overall energy efficiency

These upgrades enhance supply chain resilience across the Black Sea region and support Romania’s growing importance as a logistics hub for European manufacturers, particularly in sectors experiencing rapid nearshoring, such as automotive.

Multimodal terminal expands DP World’s integrated Black Sea–Europe corridor
The new 119,000 m² multimodal terminal platform transforms previously undeveloped land into a high-capacity storage and handling zone for oversized cargo, project cargo and containerised goods. The facility adds approximately 340,000 tonnes of annual capacity and removes a long-standing bottleneck at the port, providing new operational flexibility.

The investment supports the acceleration of nearshoring and reshoring trends, helping companies relocate supply chains closer to European markets, especially in automotive, where Romania and neighbouring countries are rapidly expanding production.

Both projects benefited from European Union co-financing, demonstrating DP World’s strong track record in attracting global institutional partners to co-invest in transformative trade infrastructure. DP World expects these developments to support continued growth in Romanian and regional trade, enabling businesses across Europe to expand manufacturing, diversify logistics routes and reduce dependency on congested corridors. The new infrastructure forms a vital part of DP World’s broader investment programme across Europe, supporting efficient, integrated and sustainable global supply chains.
Source: DP World