Freezone

Jafza expands logistics park

Dubai free zone operator Jafza is further strengthening its position within the local market with an AED 90 million investment in Phase 2 of its Logistics Park, adding 360,000 ft2 of high quality facilities. This second phase will deliver modern offices, customisable units, temperature-controlled warehouses, loading docks, and enhanced power capacity to support a range of different industries.

Abdulla Al Hashmi, Chief Operating Officer, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, said: “The expansion of Jafza...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/jafza-expands-logistics-park/

Sohar starts dredging for Marsa LNG project

Oman’s Sohar Port and Freezone has started dredging operations for the Marsa LNG project, which will establish the Middle East’s first LNG bunkering hub. Led by Boskalis’ trailing suction hopper dredgers Coastway and Willem van Oranje, the project will remove approximately 4 million m3 of material to create a dedicated approach channel and berth pocket for the LNG plant.

Dredging operations are expected to be completed by September 2025 and are a key part of Sohar’s plans to become a regional...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/sohar-starts-dredging-for-marsa-lng-project/

Sohar celebrates strong 2024 performance

Sohar Port and Freezone recently celebrated a generally positive 2024 performance during its annual business reception event. While overall cargo volumes dropped 2.6% compared to 2023, at 74.5 million tonnes, container throughput jumped 15% to 943,000 TEU, from 818,0000 TEU the year before; and ro-ro traffic surged 25% to 87,000 units, up from 70,000 units in 2023. The biggest growth, however, was achieved in the breakbulk segment, with Sohar handling 1.57 million tonnes, compared with 880,000...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/sohar-celebrates-strong-2024-performance/

Marasi port management system introduced by Sohar

As part of its ongoing digitalisation programme Sohar Port and Freezone has implemented the Marasi port management information system. This fully web-based system, which is already operational in over 50 ports around the world, aims to optimise maritime operations, foster stakeholder collaboration and streamline data exchange, Sohar Port states.

Marasi features an intuitive, user-friendly interface that simplifies interactions between the port and its stakeholders, including marine and port...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/marasi-port-management-system-introduced-by-sohar/

New container depot facility opens in Sohar Port

Sohar Port and Freezone has announced the official inauguration of the new Allied Ondock Container Services facility in the port, as well as the signing of an expansion agreement worth around US$ 2.6 million. The new container depot will initially cover an area of three hectares, based on a contract for the development which was signed back in June 2023. The latest contract provides for an expansion of an additional two hectares, to meet the rising demand for container depot capacity in the...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/new-container-depot-facility-opens-in-sohar-port/

Sohar Port launches emergency response organisation

In a significant step towards enhancing emergency preparedness and response, Sohar Port and Freezone has launched a new Sohar Emergency Response Organization (SERO), which has the capabilities to address a wide range of incidents within the port’s industrial area. SERO will be operated by Unity Fire and Safety, a company that specialises in safety and emergency response. 

Key features of the new organisation include advanced equipment and training, regulatory compliance, revision of emergency...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/sohar-port-launches-emergency-response-organisation/

LNG deal set to boost Sohar green bunkering hub status

Sohar Port and Freezone has signed an agreement with Marsa Liquefied Natural Gas, a joint venture between Total E&P Oman Development and OQ, which is considered a significant milestone in the development of an LNG liquefaction plant in the port estate. This project will, the port says, lead to Sohar becoming the first LNG bunkering hub in the region. 

Emile Hoogsteden, CEO of SOHAR Port, said, “By leveraging renewable energy and cutting-edge technology, we are leading the way towards greener,...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/lng-deal-set-to-boost-sohar-green-bunkering-hub-status/

Sohar bunkering agreement signed

Sohar Port and Freezone and TFG Marine recently signed an MoU to establish an international bunker fuel supply operation within the Omani deep-sea port.

Commenting on this agreement, Emile Hoogsteden, CEO of Sohar Port, said it reconfirmed its commitment to build a “digitalised and transparent bunker operation that meets international standards already introduced in Singapore and soon to be implemented in Rotterdam.”  Under the terms of the MOU, TFG Marine will establish an international bunker...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/sohar-bunkering-agreement-signed/

Salalah Free Zone celebrates significant investment wins

In a high-level inauguration ceremony, three new plants kicked off operations at Salalah Free Zone (SFZ), part of Asyad Group, adding OMR 23.4 million to the existing investments and businesses hosted by the free zone. The ventures include an OMR 9.6 million food processing plant by the Special Integrated Food Company (SIFCO); phase one of Al Namariq Mining Company’s quicklime plant, which is an OMR 10 million Omani-Iraqi joint investment; and a OMR 3.8 million fabric and plastics manufacturing...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/salalah-free-zone-celebrates-significant-investment-wins/

Sohar port unveils three new maritime services

Sohar Port and Freezone has signed three significant new service agreements, with the aim of encouraging economic diversification and reinforcing the local business sector.

A vessel tank cleaning agreement has been reached with Global Tank Solution, to utilise advanced mechanised cleaning technology and facilitate the development of local skills in this sector, while a strategic alliance with Global Oil Resources aims to expand bunker services in the port. The third agreement relates to seafarer...

https://www.themaritimestandard.com/sohar-port-unveils-three-new-maritime-services/

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