Maritime Spare Parts & Equipment: Enhancing Iran’s Port Infrastructure

  1. Importance of Maritime Equipment
  • Ships remain essential for global transportation, trade, and security.
  • Modern marine equipment ensures safety, efficiency, and ease of navigation.
  • Iran’s growing port infrastructure demands advanced maritime spare parts and equipment.

 

  1. Strategic Port Developments & Equipment Needs
  • 28,500 billion tomans worth of port construction projects are underway.
  • Khuzestan’s large port aims to compete regionally and accommodate large ships.
  • Makran Grand Port project focuses on export, import, and oil material swaps.
  • Shahid Rajaei Port is expanding to maximize its commercial capacity.

 

  1. Urgent Need for Advanced Equipment
  • Due to wear and tear of marine and port equipment, rapid procurement and upgrades are critical.
  • Technical & economic studies for equipment procurement should expedite purchase and construction.

 

  1. Essential Maritime Equipment Categories
  • Navigation & Communication: Marine radar, GPS, wireless systems, hydrographic tools.
  • Port Operations: Gantry cranes, mobile cranes, dredging vessels, stacking equipment.
  • Ship Maintenance & Safety: Boilers, compressors, filters, propulsion units, fire safety systems.
  • Marine Rescue & Safety: Life jackets, buoys, inflatable rescue boats, diving suits.
  • Oil & Gas Industry: Drilling vessels, pipeline vessels, seismic survey ships, offshore platforms.
  • Specialized Ships: Tugboats, icebreakers, floating supply bases, liquid gas tankers.