Port of Castellón: a strategic infrastructure for international trade in the Mediterranean

The Port of Castellón (PortCastelló) has established itself as one of the main logistics hubs of the Spanish Mediterranean. Located in Castellón, this port plays a key role in maritime freight transport and in the industrial development of the province.

Thanks to its operational capacity, constant growth and its direct connection with important industrial hubs, PortCastelló is positioned as a strategic infrastructure for importing and exporting companies operating in international trade.

History and development of the Port of Castellón

The origins of the Port of Castellón date back to the end of the 19th century, when the need arose to provide the province with a maritime infrastructure capable of boosting its economic and commercial development.

Since then, the port has experienced continuous growth, expanding its facilities, modernizing its terminals and adapting to the needs of international maritime trade.

Today, the port is part of the Spanish port system and has become one of the most important economic engines of the province of Castellón.

A strategic port for industry: bulk cargoes, the ceramic sector and energy activity

The Port of Castellón stands out particularly for its specialization in solid and liquid bulk cargo, which represent the majority of the port’s total traffic.

Among the main commodities handled at the port are:

• Raw materials for the ceramic industry (feldspar, clays, kaolin)
• Energy products and petroleum derivatives
• Gasoline and fuel oil
• Cement and industrial materials
• Cereals and agri-food products

This specialization has positioned PortCastelló among the most important ports in Spain for these types of cargo.

Capacity to handle all types of cargo

Although solid and liquid bulk cargo account for a large share of the total traffic volume, the Port of Castellón has infrastructure and terminals capable of handling all types of cargo.

These include:

• General cargo
• Containers
• Project cargo or special cargo

This operational versatility allows the port to meet the logistics needs of multiple industrial sectors, making it a flexible and competitive logistics hub.

A logistics hub for the Castellón ceramic industry

One of the key factors behind the strategic importance of the Port of Castellón is its close connection with the province’s ceramic cluster, one of the most significant in the world.

The ceramic industry in Castellón —mainly concentrated in municipalities such as Vila-real, Onda, Alcora and Nules— relies heavily on the port for its international logistics operations, including:

• The import and export of mineral raw materials
• The export of finished ceramic products to global markets

Thanks to this strong link between industry and port infrastructure, PortCastelló plays a fundamental role as a logistics hub for the ceramic sector, supporting the supply chain of one of the province’s most important industries.

The Serrallo industrial area and energy activity

Another major industrial driver linked to the port is the Serrallo industrial area, located next to the port facilities.

This area hosts important energy and industrial installations, including the BP refinery, as well as petrochemical and energy plants that depend directly on the port for the supply and distribution of raw materials.

This close proximity between heavy industry and the port helps optimize logistics processes, reduce transport costs and improve the operational efficiency of the companies operating in the area.

A benchmark for project cargo and industrial projects

The Port of Castellón has also gained prominence in recent years in the field of project cargo and special cargo operations.

Among the most notable operations is the export of wind turbine blades, which require specialized logistics due to their large dimensions.

This type of cargo involves complex operations that include:

• Handling oversized pieces
• Specialized lifting equipment
• Logistical coordination for inland and maritime transport
• Detailed planning of stowage and vessel loading

Thanks to its experience and operational capacity, PortCastelló has become a reference port for large-scale industrial and energy projects.

Singlar Shipping Agency: your logistics partner in the Port of Castellón

The Port of Castellón is a particularly important location for Singlar Shipping Agency, as it is where we started our activity and where we continue to maintain a very active presence within the port community.

Our experience as ship agents in PortCastelló has allowed us to build excellent working relationships with the main authorities and stakeholders of the port, including the Port Authority, Harbour Master’s Office, Customs and the different port terminals. This close cooperation enables the smooth and efficient management of port calls and operations.

In addition, major industrial companies in the province trust Singlar Shipping Agency for the agency of their vessels, particularly in operations related to the import and export of raw materials.

Thanks to our direct knowledge of the port and our experience in the maritime and logistics sector, Singlar Shipping Agency provides clients with reliable and comprehensive management of their port operations and international transport, optimizing time, costs and operational coordination.

If your company operates in the Mediterranean or requires efficient logistics solutions in the Port of Castellón, our team is ready to help you manage your operations with full confidence.

Contact Singlar Marítima and optimize your international logistics.

Source: Own elaboration