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Bilbao Terminal Expands with New Super Post-Panamax Crane

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CSP Iberian Bilbao Terminal has strengthened its container handling capacity by adding a new Super Post-Panamax ship-to-shore crane, allowing the Port of Bilbao to serve larger vessels with greater efficiency.

Capacity Upgrade

The newly delivered crane significantly improves cargo-handling operations at the Bilbao terminal. It is designed to handle larger container vessels and increase terminal productivity by reducing loading and unloading times.

Advanced Technology

The crane includes:

  • Higher lifting capacity
  • Twin-lift container handling
  • Extended outreach for wider vessels
  • Anti-collision systems
  • Camera-assisted operations

These features improve safety, precision, and operational performance at the terminal.

Sustainability Focus

The equipment also supports greener port operations through energy-efficient systems that help reduce environmental impact while maintaining high performance.

Strategic Importance

This investment strengthens Bilbao’s position as a major logistics hub in the Atlantic region and enhances its ability to attract more global shipping traffic in the coming years.