This operation supports the Egyptian government's strategy to increase reliance on rail freight transportation. Pressure on the road network will be reduced, carbon emissions will be lowered, economic savings will be generated, and the supply chain will be enhanced.

By : Kholoud Adnan

Damietta Port has recorded high cargo handling volumes over the last 24 hours, supported by active rail-to-sea transit for export shipments. In line with the Damietta Container & Cargo Handling Company’s (DCHC) commitment to advancing multimodal transport and improving the efficiency of logistics services, the company handled 150 TEUs of export phosphate containers transported by rail on behalf of Ocean Network Express (ONE). The shipment arrived in three batches via three trains, each with a capacity of 50 TEUs. 

The containers were efficiently handled and stored in the export container yard. They are scheduled to be loaded and shipped to Shiko Port, China, aboard the vessel YM Wellness. This is due to berth at Damietta Container & Cargo Handling Company on 29 June 2026. Rear Admiral Dr Rafik Galal, the company's chairman, noted that this movement is part of the port's ongoing coordination of rail and maritime operations

The Egyptian government's strategy

The Egyptian government's strategy to increase reliance on rail freight transportation is being supported by this operation. This will reduce pressure on the road network, lower carbon emissions, generate economic savings, enhance supply chain efficiency, and promote sustainable transport solutions. Admiral Dr Rafik Galal, the managing director and chief executive officer of the Damietta Container & Cargo Handling Company (DCHC) , said that the operation demonstrates the successful integration of different transport modes and the effective connection of Egyptian ports to the national railway network. He stated that this backs the state's goal of growing the part played by railways in the transport of goods and achieving a stronger link with the national transport network. 

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Support the move towards green transport

He also said that the company is still working to support the move towards green transport and the development of integrated logistics services. This will make the company more competitive and stronger as a regional trade and logistics services centre. He emphasized that these efforts align with the directives of H.E. Eng. Support Egypt's vision of becoming a regional and global centre for transit, trade, logistics services and maritime transport, as articulated by Kamel El-Wazir, who serves as Deputy Prime Minister for Industrial Development and Minister of Industry and Transport.

Port Operations: 24-Hour Statistics

The Damietta Port Authority media centre has reported that the port has maintained steady rates of navigation and handling. Exports totalled 33,200 tonnes of general cargo, including phosphate, clinker, urea, molasses, beet pulp and soybeans. Imports: 33,900 tons, including corn, scrap metal, edible oil, reinforcing steel and beechwood.Vessel activity: Seven vessels arrived and eight departed, with 19 currently at berth

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Land Logistics and Strategic Reserves

Port logistics activity included the movement of 6,116 trucks for daily cargo transport.
As of the latest report, total wheat reserves stored at the port reached 297,100 tons. This figure includes 166,500 tons in public sector silos and 130,600 tons in private sector storage.

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