In an effort to improve operations after the effects of floods, the Port of València is moving forward with opening its container terminal gates.
As of October 31, 2024, the Port of Valencia reopened for maritime traffic on the same day as the Port of Sagunto resumed full operations on October 30 at 14:00. Goods are now being received and delivered from both ports.
Additionally, in order to expedite logistical services, the gates of its container terminals were opened earlier on November 6. According to the Port, containers would be delivered to the CSP and APM terminals on November 6 at 6 a.m. and they would be open until 8 p.m. Pre-gate processes would begin at 7 am, and the MSC terminal would open at 8 am and close at 8 pm.
In October 2024, a severe weather phenomenon called a “gota fría” produced devastating flooding in Spain, especially in the Valencia region. The quick and intense rainfall caused by this cold drop storm system—some regions received over 500 millimeters in a few hours—caused rivers to overflow and flooded towns like Gandía and Paiporta.
Entire neighborhoods were submerged by the flood, which also carried away cars and stranded locals, some of whom had to cling to rooftops or trees for survival. The swift-moving waters overwhelmed emergency agencies and municipal officials, leaving little time for preparation.
According to the most recent statistics, there have been over 158 fatalities, hundreds of displaced people, and significant infrastructure damage, including washed-out roads and fallen bridges.
Transportation has also been badly hampered by the floods, with airports experiencing flight cancellations and train services being interrupted.
