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SGTD DORALEH TERMINAL ACHIEVES CONTAINER THROUGHPUT RECORD

The SGTD Doraleh Terminal achieved a historic milestone in October 2024 by surpassing 1 million TEU (Twenty-foot Equivalent Units) in just 10 months, marking the first time in its history. The terminal expects to reach 1.2 million TEU by the end of the year. This record reflects a mix of origin & destination (O&D) and transshipment traffic, bolstering its position as a key transshipment hub in the Red Sea region. This success is the result of an outstanding dedication and commitment from everyone to establish sustainable business conditions: the unwavering support of our customers, the loyalty and dedication of our team and the vision of Djiboutian Authorities to invest in modern facilities and equipment. Commenting on this achievement, both the Chairman of the DPFZA, Mr. Aboubaker Omar Hadi, and the CEO of SGTD Doraleh Terminal, Mr. Abdillahi Adaweh Sigad, congratulated all the parties involved in setting this new record which has reinforced the terminal’s role as a major actor in the region. SGTD’s strategic location at the crossroads of East-West and North-South shipping routes, along with its advanced facilities and equipment, underscores its role as a major gateway for Eastern Africa and a leader in regional trade and logistics. The terminal operates 3 berths with 12 Ship-to-Shore cranes, including 4 ULCVs cranes, and has an annual capacity of 1.6 million TEU.

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Annual iftar with clients

On 11th March, SGTD hosted its traditional Ramadan Iftar, bringing together our valued customers, shipping lines, freight forwarders, strategic partners, and representatives from key public authorities.
This special evening provided an excellent opportunity to strengthen longstanding relationships, foster meaningful dialogue, and celebrate the spirit of collaboration that drives our shared success. In the warm and welcoming atmosphere of Ramadan, participants exchanged insights, explored future opportunities, and reaffirmed their commitment to continued partnership.

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Intermodal Africa 2026

SGTD is pleased to participate in the 35th edition of Intermodal Africa, held from 10–12 February 2026 at the Djibouti Palace Kempinski.
Recognized as Africa’s leading annual conference for ports, shipping, and logistics, the event brings together over 400 senior decision-makers to discuss connectivity, investment, and the future of maritime development across the continent.
The conference was officially opened by His Excellency Ismaïl Omar Guelleh, President of the Republic of Djibouti, in the presence of Government Ministers and the Chairman of the Djibouti Ports and Free Zones Authority, underscoring the strategic importance of the sector for Djibouti and the region.
SGTD is honored to engage with key stakeholders and contribute to shaping Africa’s maritime and logistics future.

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Ethiopian Drivers Safety Campaign

On December 10th 2025, SGTD proudly organized a dedicated Safety & Security Campaign for Ethiopian transporters at the prestigious Sheraton Djibouti, bringing together transport operators, logistics partners, and key stakeholders committed to operational excellence.
This important initiative was designed to further strengthen collaboration with our Ethiopian transport community while reinforcing our shared commitment to safety, operational efficiency, and continuous improvement across the supply chain. As one of our key strategic partners in regional trade, the engagement of Ethiopian transporters remains essential to ensuring smooth, secure, and reliable terminal operations.

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