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17 August 2026

DP World delivers three MHCs at Port of Tartous

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Source reporting: Port Technology

DP World delivers three MHCs at Port of Tartous

DP World has reached a significant milestone in its $800 million investment programme to transform the Port of Tartous, completing delivery of three Mobile Harbour Cranes (MHCs) that will strengthen Syria’s trade infrastructure and support the country’s economic recovery. The three cranes are expected to increase the port’s cargo-handling capacity by approximately 40 per cent, […] The post DP World delivers three MHCs at Port of Tartous appeared first on Port Technology International .

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