YILPORT Holding Strengthens Operational Capacity in Ghana with 6 New Terberg Terminal Tractors

YILPORT Holding has reinforced its operational footprint at the YILPORT ATSL-Takoradi Terminal through the delivery and commissioning of six (6) new Terberg Terminal Tractors (TTs). The units officially commenced operations as of last Friday on the 27th of February.

As part of YILPORT Holding’s operational excellence and terminal development program in Ghana, this fleet expansion supports higher productivity levels, improved operational efficiency, and enhanced service reliability across port operations, reinforcing the terminal’s capacity to handle growing cargo volumes and supporting the terminal’s increasing operational momentum.

Commenting on the terminal’s development, R. Cem GÖKTAŞ, COO of YILPORT Holding, stated that the fleet expansion reflects the structured growth plan implemented since operations began in 2024 Q4. He emphasized that operational stabilization, service consistency, and productivity improvement remain core priorities, noting that the new tractors directly enhance yard efficiency and the terminal’s ability to manage increasing cargo volumes. Since commencing operations in 2024 Q4, YILPORT ATSLTakoradi has recorded consistent year-on-year growth, effectively doubling throughput levels. This performance has been supported by rising trade demand and increased vessel calls. In parallel with fleet expansion, the terminal received two (2) Mobile Harbour Cranes (MHCs). The additional cranes are expected to significantly enhance lifting capacity, berth productivity, and overall operational efficiency.

Ferhat AKKAYA, General Manager of YILPORT ATSLTakoradi, and Regional GM noted that Ghana represents a strategic growth market within YILPORT’s global portfolio. The disciplined capital deployment and equipment modernization are integral to long-term value creation, emphasizing that aligning infrastructure capacity with regional trade dynamics is essential to reinforcing Takoradi’s competitive position in West Africa.

Through continued infrastructure investment and operational optimization at YILPORT ATSL-Takoradi Terminal, YILPORT Holding reaffirms its commitment to supporting Ghana’s trade ecosystem and strengthening maritime connectivity across the region.