Baku Port adapts to rising cargo volumes amid regional tensions

The geopolitical situation in the region is having an impact on the operations of Baku International Sea Trade Port, Eldar Salahov, Director General of Baku International Sea Trade Port LLC, owned by Azerbaijan Railways (ADY), said.

According to Report, Salahov told journalists that unexpected cargo volumes could emerge.

He said Baku Port is taking measures to handle such cargo, as well as the growing volume of freight moving along the Middle Corridor.

According to Salahov, work is underway to purchase new cargo-handling equipment, locomotives, cranes, container handlers and forklifts.

He added that the port is focusing not only on expanding its technical capacity, but also on improving operational efficiency, coordination and information exchange.

Salahov said Baku Port is ready to handle the additional cargo volumes.