Responding to global calls for the use of cleaner, more sustainable energy, Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) initiated an overhaul of the lighting systems in its facilities at Umm Qasr North Port. BGT switched to a LED-based lighting solution that consumes 80 percent less energy while providing superior…
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Marko Mikovic (right), BGT commercial director, with a client during the annual yearend party for BGT customers.
As 2023 draws to a close, Basra Gateway Terminal hosted its highly anticipated yearend party for customers.
The festive event celebrates the company’s achievements and strengthens the b…
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Representatives from the General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) and the Umm Qasr port management recently toured the quay crane and rubber-tired gantry crane training facility at Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT). The visit is part of the continuing support and cooperation program between the partie…
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YM Utility has a length overall of 330 meters and a capacity of 9,000 TEUs.
Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT), International Container Terminal Services, Inc.’s (ICTSI) operation at the Port of Umm Qasr, recently handled the maiden call of YM Utility, the largest Yang Ming Marine Transport Corporation v…
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The management team of General Feeder Shipping (GFS) visited Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) in October to observe terminal operations and meet BGT officials. At the meeting, both parties discussed matters of mutual interest including opportunities for efficiency enhancement and collaborative projects.…
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Teams from Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) and Hapag Lloyd Iraq joined forces for this year’s International Coastal Cleanup Day to clean the Umm Qasr local beach and help protect marine life by reducing plastic pollution. BGT Chief Executive Romeo Salvador described the collaboration as shining exam…
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Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT), as part of its commitment to grow and support the Umm Qasr community, played a pivotal role in helping a family in need rebuild their lives after their house was damaged by extreme weather conditions.
Seeing that the modest local family could not afford the rebuil…
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Basra Gateway Terminal Chief Executive Officer Romeo Salvador met with General Company for Ports of Iraq (GCPI) Director General Farhan al-Fartosi to discuss other possible ways to collaborate and enhance productivity at the Port of Umm Qasr. The meeting touched on making a joint effort towards d…
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Eid al-Adha, also known as the Festival of the Sacrifice, is the second of two Islamic holidays celebrated worldwide every year. An important part of the holiday celebration is the sharing of meat, particularly with the less-fortunate members of the community.
In the spirit of Eid al-Adha, Basr…
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In an exemplary display of expertise and efficiency, Basra Gateway Terminal (BGT) recently successfully handled specialized out of gauge (OOG) and breakbulk cargo from CMA CGM Gulf Express. BGT’s operations team achieved a seamless and safe discharge of specialized coolers that weighed 13 metric…
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