The Ethiopian Minister of Foreign Affairs, His Excellency Dr. Gideon Tomothewos, visited Djibouti and the Terminal for the first time. Accompanied by a high-level delegation including the Ethiopian Ambassador to Djibouti H.E. Mr. Berhanu Tsegaye, the Chairman of DPFZA Mr. Aboubaker Omar Hadi, The Terminal’s CEO welcomed the delegation and provided a detailed presentation of our modern facilities, Highlighting SGTD’s strategic vision and its impact on the driving dynamics and contributions of regional trade and logistical development. This visit reflects the close ties between our nations and our shared commitment to fostering collaboration and progress.

Welcome ceremony of maiden call of MV Gulbeniz A
On July 7, SGTD welcomed the maiden call of MV Gulbeniz A, operated by ARKAS Line, at the Doraleh Container Terminal. This maiden call marks the launch of ARKAS Line’s new RSSI Service, linking Türkiye, the Red Sea, Djibouti and the Indian Subcontinent, and further strengthening Djibouti’s position as a strategic gateway for regional and international trade. We are delighted to welcome ARKAS Line to SGTD Doraleh Container Terminal and look forward to building a long-term partnership that will enhance regional connectivity and create new opportunities for our customers and global supply chains.

