November 10, 2026
2026-11-10. The Port Authority of Castellón is attending the Logitrans international fair in Istanbul to present the strength of the Port of Castellón to the international logistics and port sector, which is growing at a faster rate than the average for the Spanish port system.
A delegation from PortCastelló, led by its president Rubén Ibáñez, is participating in this mission to present the solid results of the port facility with Turkey, a market with which it has handled 2,195,197 tons of goods in the first ten months of 2026. This volume represents a growth of 20.31% compared to the same period of the previous year, driven by container traffic, which grew by 101.96% this year compared to the previous one, and general cargo, which increased by 97.55%.
In terms of imports, PortCastelló has received over 2 million tons from Turkey so far this year (+17.99%), highlighting the rebound in solid bulk, whose traffic grew by 12.61% —led by raw materials such as feldspar and clays for the ceramic cluster—, and general cargo (+72.10%).
Meanwhile, exports to Turkey have experienced an increase of 82.38%. The performance of general cargo stands out, growing by 119.40%, driven by ceramic frits and glazes, chemical products, and polymers.
Container traffic is consolidating as the main driver of growth for this commercial alliance. Container exports increased by 113.29%, while imports grew by 86.19%.
The president of the Port Authority of Castellón, Rubén Ibáñez, emphasizes that "these data confirm that the commitment to direct connectivity with Turkey is an undeniable strategic success. We not only ensure the efficient supply of vital raw materials for our Castellón industry, but we also offer our exporters a fast, competitive, and direct way to place their products in the main logistics hubs of the Eastern Mediterranean."
He also highlights that "the extraordinary growth in container traffic demonstrates the confidence that shipping companies and shippers are placing in PortCastelló's operational efficiency."
