Damietta Container and Cargo Handling

Damietta Container & Cargo Handling Co. (DCHC) is a maritime transportation and logistics company established in 1986, commencing commercial operations in 1990. The company operates a major container terminal in the Port of Damietta, Egypt, strategically located with access to the Mediterranean Sea. DCHC provides a comprehensive suite of port services, including container handling, general and bulk cargo handling, stevedoring, warehousing, and transportation. The business model is centered on managing port operations, earning revenue from fees for terminal management and the handling, transport, and storage of containers and other cargo. Its clientele includes the world's top ten shipping lines and various global import/export businesses.

The company's facilities are connected to Egypt's main industrial centers through road and rail links, and its proximity to the Nile River allows for barge transportation. DCHC is jointly owned by several entities, including the Holding Company for Maritime and Inland Transportation (HCMIT), Damietta Port Authority, and the Canal Company for Shipping Agency. The company has engaged in strategic expansions, such as inaugurating a new station for stuffing export containers in July 2025 to enhance handling capacity. In 2024, DCHC handled a total of 1.7 million TEUs and was recognized for the first time by Lloyd's List as one of the Top 100 Container Terminals worldwide.

Keywords: container handling, cargo services, stevedoring, port operations, Damietta Port, maritime logistics, terminal management, bulk cargo, warehousing, transshipment, freight station, marine services, shipping, supply chain, Egypt logistics, Mediterranean trade, import export, vessel schedule, terminal operator, port logistics