Alger, Algeria

Port Overview

Alger, Algeria is located on the Mediterranean coast in the capital city of Algiers. It is the country’s largest and busiest port, ranking as a major deep-water facility in North Africa. Strategically positioned along key Mediterranean shipping routes, the Port of Alger serves as Algeria’s primary gateway for containerized trade and cross-continental cargo movement. The port handles a significant annual throughput, with a capacity exceeding 4.4 million TEUs, making it vital for both national and regional commerce.

Facilities & Infrastructure

Port of Algiers features key terminals for containers, bulk cargo, oil and gas, and ferries. Its cargo facilities handle 10–12 million tons annually, including 500,000–600,000 TEUs. The port is equipped with modern container cranes, bulk handling equipment, and advanced logistics systems. Recent upgrades focus on increasing container capacity and efficiency, though AGVs are not yet widely deployed. The port serves as Algeria’s busiest gateway for international trade.

Container Terminals

Alger’s container terminals have 10 to 12 dedicated berths, with a total annual capacity ranging from 755,600 to 1.2 million TEU. The terminals feature modern handling equipment but limited automation, with some areas lacking gantry cranes. Major operators include DP World Djazair and EPAL (Enterprise Portuaire d’Alger). DP World manages the main container terminal, which has two berths of 300 meters each and has operated since 2009.

Port Services

• Container handling: Modern terminals equipped for containerized cargo, including potting and stripping centers.
• Cargo operations: Facilities for general cargo, bulk, and specialized cargo; extensive berths with modern handling equipment.
• Ship services: Maintenance workshops, machine parks, and vessel support services.
• Warehousing: Main storage terminal covering 282,000 square meters, with capacity for 120,000 tons of goods.
• Customs: On-site customs clearance and inspection facilities for efficient cargo processing.

Global Connectivity

Alger, Algeria’s principal port, is a major Mediterranean hub connecting North Africa with Europe, the Middle East, and global markets. It serves key regions including Algiers, Wahran, Tuggurt, and Medea, and is linked to major Algerian ports like Oran, Annaba, Bejaïa, and Arzew. Regular shipping routes connect Alger directly to major European ports such as Valencia and Barcelona, supporting both containerized and bulk cargo flows to and from international markets.

Port Statistics

Port of Algiers – Key Statistics (2025):

• TEU Throughput: Nearly 1 million TEU (Jan–Sep 2025)
• World Ranking: Not in the global top 50 container ports
• Number of Berths: 21 operational berths, with recent upgrades to docks 18, 19, 20, and 21
• Port Area: Over 5.5 hectares of new paved platforms; total area exceeds 100 hectares
• Shipping Lines: Served by major carriers including CMA CGM and regional operators