# Infrastructure and maritime developments in Spain and AR

> Live situation record from CLSTR: https://clstr.news/situations/infrastructure-and-maritime-developments-in-spain-and-ar
> Updated: 2026-09-20T06:53:14.000Z. Sources: 23. Developments: 3.

Infrastructure and maritime developments continue to progress in Spain and Argentina, with a growing focus on technological adaptation and physical capacity expansions.

In Argentina, the Dock Sud Port Management Consortium is addressing the impact of artificial intelligence, automation, and digitalization through workforce training. This includes the ‘Aula Puerto’ initiative for technical training and ‘Dock Sud Global’ to support SME internationalization. Additionally, OTAMERICA is advancing the Rosa Negra Project at Puerto Rosales, which involves installing 27-meter-high loading arms from the Dutch firm KANON to create a new third operational position.

In Spain, maritime authorities are prioritizing both environmental sustainability and structural reinforcement. The Port Authority of the Bay of Cádiz has implemented an Onshore Power Supply (OPS) system for cruise ships, utilizing Endesa investment and NextGenerationEU funds to allow vessels to connect to the electrical grid. This system aims to reduce emissions, potentially lowering NOx by 96% and CO2 by 64%. Meanwhile, the Melilla Port Authority is investing over 169,000 euros to reinforce the Muelle Nordeste III with five new 200-ton bollards, enhancing the port’s ability to safely accommodate larger vessels.

Earlier developments in the region included transport hub investments in Spain, such as the La Pasiega intermodal terminal and Salamanca airport modernization, alongside Córdoba’s Terminal 1 remodeling in Argentina.

## Timeline

### 2026-09-20: Port infrastructure expansions underway in Argentina and Spain

Port infrastructures in Argentina and Spain are undergoing upgrades, including OTAMERICA's pier expansion in Puerto Rosales and Melilla's installation of high-capacity mooring bollards.

2 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/port-infrastructure-expansions-underway-in-argentina-and-spain

### 2026-09-18: Global ports implement workforce training and green energy systems

Port authorities in Argentina and Spain are advancing modernization through workforce retraining at Dock Sud and the implementation of onshore power supply systems in Cádiz to reduce maritime emissions.

6 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/global-ports-implement-workforce-training-and-green-energy-systems

### 2026-09-16: Global infrastructure projects advance in Spain, Argentina, and Chile

Multiple infrastructure projects are advancing globally, including a 62 million euro intermodal terminal in Cantabria, airport upgrades in Salamanca, and terminal remodeling in Córdoba, Argentina.

15 sources. https://clstr.news/cluster/cantabria-and-spanish-state-sign-la-pasiega-intermodal-terminal-agreement

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