Opening of Duisburg Gateway Terminal: Europe’s Largest Inland Terminal

On September 16, 2024, the official opening of the new Duisburg Gateway Terminal (DGT) intermodal terminal took place at the Port of Duisburg, as reported by the railway news portal Railway Supply.

This event marked an important step in the development of Europe’s logistics infrastructure.

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According to reports, DGT is not just another container terminal but will become the largest inland terminal in Europe once all phases of construction are completed.

The terminal is capable of increasing the port’s capacity by 850,000 TEU per year, significantly strengthening Duisburg’s position on the global logistics map.

Markus Bangen, CEO of duisport, noted that the Duisburg Gateway Terminal represents an innovative solution that is fully future-oriented.

A key element of the project is the implementation of digital management for all operations related to the movement of goods within the terminal, ensuring high levels of efficiency and precision in logistics processes.

An important aspect of DGT’s development is the realization of the enerPort II energy project.

This project aims to create a completely climate-neutral terminal infrastructure.

The facility is expected to operate based on renewable energy sources and hydrogen technologies. The concept includes the installation of a photovoltaic system, fuel cell-based systems, and hydrogen engines for electricity production.

All of this will allow the terminal to not only minimize its environmental impact but also serve as an example of sustainable development in the logistics industry.

The DGT project involves large-scale investments. The first phase of construction, including the enerPort II project and the bridge, cost 120 million euros, with nearly 50 million euros allocated in subsidies.

The terminal occupies an area of 235,000 m², of which 150,000 m² are already operational.

Upon the completion of all phases, the terminal’s capacity will reach up to 850,000 TEU per year, and 6 cranes will be used for cargo handling, with the potential to expand to 12.

DGT also features 6 berths for barges, making it an important hub for multimodal transport.

The Duisburg Gateway Terminal has already begun operations in test mode and continues to develop, becoming a key element of the European logistics system.

This project demonstrates how new technologies and energy solutions can be integrated into traditional transport processes, making them more efficient and environmentally friendly.

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