Gulftainer Adds Kalmar Reach Stackers At Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port

Gulftainer has expanded its logistics operations at Iraq’s Umm Qasr Port with the deployment of three new Kalmar reach stackers at the Iraq Container Terminal (ICT). The move is part of the UAE-based company’s strategy to enhance container handling capacity and meet growing trade demands in Iraq.

Kalmar, a supplier of cargo-handling equipment, has an established presence in the Middle East, including Iraq, where its machines are used in various port operations. The reach stackers introduced at ICT are equipped with rotating cabins, adaptable spreaders, and energy-saving systems designed to improve safety and reduce fuel consumption.

The deployment forms part of Gulftainer’s broader effort to upgrade its terminal infrastructure in line with growing logistics needs in Iraq. As port activity in the region continues to expand, investments in equipment such as Kalmar’s are becoming more common across terminals aiming to improve handling capacity and operational reliability.