As global trade continues to diversify and sustainability becomes increasingly critical, multipurpose terminals play an essential role in supporting efficient, adaptable, and inclusive maritime logistics. This comprehensive report responds to a growing need for up-to-date guidance, particularly for regions undergoing economic and infrastructural transitions.
The report addresses a wide array of topics, including:
- Terminal layout and master planning, including functional requirements, site selection, and berth design.
- Infrastructure and equipment, such as handling systems, storage facilities, and landside connectivity.
- Safety, security, and environmental considerations, with emphasis on international standards, green energy practices, and climate resilience.
- Operational flexibility, allowing for the accommodation of varying cargo volumes and vessel sizes.
- Institutional and financial frameworks, including risk analysis and models for public-private partnerships.
In addition to its technical chapters, the report features real-world case studies from ports in Cape Verde, Cambodia, Fiji, Spain, Papua New Guinea, and the Falkland Islands, offering readers practical insight into the development and adaptation of MPTs under diverse conditions.
Crucially, this guidance is especially relevant for countries in transition, where limited cargo volumes and constrained infrastructure demand multipurpose solutions that can evolve over time. WG213 underscores the importance of building terminals that are not only operationally effective but also economically justifiable and environmentally responsible.
This report is an indispensable resource for port planners, engineers, consultants, government agencies, and development institutions engaged in maritime infrastructure development.
