The Ministry of Environment, Urbanization and Climate Climate Climate announced that after a successful assessment of environmental impact (EIS), it provided approval by the domestic steel enterprise ̇Skenderun Demir çelik a.
ş. (̇SDEMIR) For its project to expand the port capacities in Khatai.
Details of the project and investment
as part of an investment of 8.47 billion of Turkish lies ($ 205.98 million) ̇SDEMIR will be able to increase its annual throughput of the port from 20 million tons to 25.7 million tons. In addition, the port will now accommodate ships with a deadweight of up to 220,000 tons compared to the current limit of 200,000 tons.
measures to protect the environment and safety
To minimize the environmental impact, the emanticular took several measures, including thorough selection of fillers, dust control systems, waste management plans and noise reduction, measures to prevent the naval environment and environmental protection strategies. Contribution
is expected that the project will create new jobs for the local community, strengthen the regional and national economic growth and increase the foreign trade potential of Turkey thanks to the strategic location of Hatai. Port structures are planned to be commissioned in the fourth quarter of 2028.
