Mersin International Port (MIP) marked a major milestone with the successful berthing of the 400-meter mega vessel MSC DITTE at its newly completed East Med Hub 2 (EMH2) Terminal, which spans 880 meters.

At the opening of Mersin International Port's newly completed EMH2 Terminal, General Manager Ajay Kumar Singh marked the arrival of the 400-meter MSC DITTE as a major milestone for the port.

"Today, we are proud to host 'MSC DITTE' at Mersin International Port. This marks a historic milestone that reinforces the port's strategic role in global trade and its growing importance as a regional logistics hub," he said.

Singh emphasized the growing role of ultra-large vessels in global supply chains, noting their efficiency, cost benefits, and lower carbon footprint. He added that the port’s ability to handle ships of this scale reflects its readiness to support international cargo movement, with infrastructure and technology that strengthen Mersin’s links across Europe, the Middle East, Africa, and Asia.

MSC Mersin Regional Manager, Uğur Tosuner noted that Mersin is country's "most important trade gateway," connecting Anatolia to the world and the world to Anatolia.

"The MSC DITTE vessel, with a capacity of 19,313 TEU, which has brought us together here today, is one of the largest members of our tiger service. It will provide fast and direct connections to the West Africa and Far East regions, which are important markets in global trade," he said.

Tosuner added that MSC has always believed in Türkiye and continues to demonstrate this belief through its nationwide investments.

Alongside these investments, a symbol of this belief is naming the world's largest vessel, currently sailing the world's waters, 'MSC TÜRKİYE' in honor of the 100th anniversary of our Republic. I hope and sincerely believe that we will see 'MSC TÜRKİYE' in Mersin, welcome it at MIP, and take pride in it.

Singapore Embassy Chargé d’Affaires Ann Margaret Mathew highlighted the strategic importance of the new facility and its role in global trade. "We are eager to see the completion of the EMH-2 Terminal and its ability to accommodate much larger container vessels such as the 'MSC DITTE'," she said.

Mathew noted that amid global trade tensions, MIP continues to strengthen economic links and supply chain resilience. She described the investment as a reflection of PSA's long-term commitment to MIP and Singapor'’s confidence in Türkiye's growth, adding,

"I am pleased to note that MIP is investing not only in Türkiye’s physical infrastructure but also in its youth through the Global Management Association (GMAP) program," she said.

The arrival of the 19,313 TEU container ship was celebrated with a welcome ceremony, underscoring MIP's growing role in international maritime logistics.

The ceremony was hosted by MIP General Manager, Ajay Kumar Singh, and attended by Singapore Embassy Chargé d'Affaires, Ann Margaret Mathew, among others.