ICTSI’s Croatia unit hits 4 million TEUs milestone

The Croatian unit of International Container Terminal Services Inc. (ICTSI), known as Adriatic Gate Container Terminal (AGCT), has recently achieved a remarkable milestone by handling four million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs). This achievement was made possible after AGCT became part of the ICTSI Group in 2011. The milestone marks five years since AGCT surpassed the two-million TEU mark, showcasing its rapid growth following equipment upgrades.

In 2025, AGCT completed a $40-million program that involved the installation of two quay cranes to handle larger post-Panamax vessels, as well as two hybrid rubber-tired gantry cranes. These upgrades boosted the terminal's yard capacity and decreased fuel consumption. ICTSI's senior vice president and regional head for Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, Hans-Ole Madsen, emphasized AGCT's significance as one of the most crucial Adriatic gateways.

He highlighted that the terminal has become an increasingly vital link between global shipping networks and inland markets across central and southeast Europe, with most cargo movements moving through rail and road connections to destinations like Austria, the Czech Republic, Hungary, Serbia, and Slovakia.

The milestone also marks AGCT's 15th year in collaboration with ICTSI. AGCT CEO Iñigo Nuñez Mendibe stated that the achievement underscores the crucial role ICTSI has played in the terminal's development. Looking forward, the company aims to maintain continuous improvements as ICTSI still has 15 years remaining in its concession.

Mendibe highlighted the commitment of the employees, customer confidence, and the strong partnerships established within the Port of Rijeka community as key factors contributing to this success. ICTSI signed a 30-year partnership with Luka Rijeka D.D. to manage and maintain AGCT at the Port of Rijeka, which is Croatia's primary port.