Umschlagshäfen
Umschlagshäfen are specialized maritime facilities primarily designed for the transfer, storage, and reloading of cargo between different transport modes or between ships. The term, derived from German, literally means “transshipment ports” and encompasses a range of operations that differ from traditional terminal ports where goods are moved directly from sea to local markets. In an Umschlagshafen, containers or other cargo may be offloaded from a vessel, temporarily stored, and then loaded onto another ship, rail, or truck, often using high‑capacity gantry cranes and yard equipment.
The strategic significance of Umschlagshäfen lies in their role as nodal points in global supply chains. By
In addition to containerized cargo, Umschlagshäfen often handle bulk goods, break‑bulk, and high‑value items requiring specialized