The Port of Gdynia is strengthening its position as a major Baltic logistics gateway with the arrival of two new quay cranes at the Baltic Container Terminal (BCT), a key upgrade expected to boost cargo-handling capacity, improve efficiency, and accommodate larger vessels.
The cranes are part of a broader modernization program being carried out by International Container Terminal Services Inc.’s BCT, and the Port of Gdynia Authority as they prepare for rising trade volumes and increasingly complex supply-chain demands.
“This is an important investment not only for the terminal itself, but for the entire Port of Gdynia and its long-term development,” said Piotr Gorzeński, president of Gdynia Port Authority. He noted that the port has undergone extensive upgrades, including dredging works, quay improvements, and terminal expansion.
Built by ZPMC, the new gantry cranes feature a lifting height of 55 meters, a reach of 25 container rows, and lifting capacities of up to 75 tons. The specifications allow BCT to handle all classes of container vessels currently operating in the Baltic Sea, significantly expanding operational flexibility.
The investment arrives as ports across Europe race to modernize infrastructure to support larger ships, faster cargo turnaround, and more resilient supply chains. For Gdynia, the upgrade strengthens its competitive position against rival Baltic ports seeking a greater share of regional trade flows.
BCT chief executive officer Wojciech Szymulewicz described the project as a milestone for the terminal, saying the cranes will improve productivity and reinforce Gdynia’s role as a modern logistics hub.
Backed by Poland’s National Recovery and Resilience Plan, the project reflects a broader push to modernize strategic transport infrastructure. Full commissioning of the cranes is scheduled for June 2026, marking the completion of one of the port’s most significant recent investments.
