Royal Haskoning has exceptional and worldwide expertise of container terminals of all sizes, both new-build dedicated terminals and conversions of general cargo terminals.

Our expertise includes the following:

• Terminal and regional traffic forecasting
• Terminal layout plans and planning consent
• Specification and selection of container handling equipment
• Planning and supervision of dredging and reclamation
• Design of quay foundations and structure
• Design of terminal facilities
• Planning of ship movements and design of navigation aids
• Technical and Safety Appraisal
• Environmental Impact Assessment
• Container stacking area design

An important consideration in the development of container terminals is the mechanical and electrical services. Our mechanical and electrical engineers have particular experience of designing these services, including fire fighting, lighting and power supply to cranes.