Opcsa's container terminal at the Port of Las Palmas has welcomed the latest four RGT (Rubber Tyred Gantry) hybrid cranes, also known as transtainers. These units finalize the acquisition of eight machines by the company, marking a significant milestone in its machinery modernization plan initiated in 2025.
The arrival of these four cranes, representing an investment of 20 million euros, follows the recent incorporation of Malaccamax cranes (valued at 22.5 million euros) and the first four RGT hybrid cranes delivered last May. The company has already ordered an additional four units, with an investment exceeding eight million euros, scheduled for arrival in March 2027.
With this upgrade, Opcsa will reorganize its operational spaces across the León y Castillo and Cristóbal Colón quays. The aim is to differentiate areas for large-draft and large-sized vessels (over 300 meters in length) from those of smaller dimensions, while gradually decommissioning older cranes to make way for the new, more efficient, and sustainable ones.
These investments are being made amidst a period of strong growth for the port. Opcsa anticipates reaching its maximum operational capacity of 1.5 million TEU this year, following a record-breaking 1.2 million TEU in 2025. The consolidation of La Luz as a strategic transshipment hub for major international shipping lines, including MSC, has led to an increased presence of mega container ships.
Concurrently, the Port Authority of Las Palmas is undertaking infrastructure works on the León y Castillo and Cristóbal Colón quays to adapt them for the new machinery. These projects include extending the berthing line, improving platform conditions, and upgrading the power supply systems for the cranes.
These enhancements are enabling the Port of Las Palmas to gain ground against competitors such as Valencia and Algeciras, maintaining a consistent growth trend and narrowing the gap within the Spanish port system.
