Port of Salalah

Middle East Shipping: Geopolitical and Economic Impacts

Shipping operations across the Middle East have been significantly influenced by ongoing geopolitical tensions, particularly in the Red Sea, and global economic shifts in recent years.

Geography plays a crucial role in shaping the operational landscape of each major port in the region, contributing to the volatility they face. Ports such as Jebel Ali in the UAE have thrived due to their distance from conflict zones and robust infrastructure, while Jeddah Islamic Port in Saudi Arabia has...

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Middle East Ports: Strategic Hubs Amid Growth, Innovation, and Geopolitical Shifts

Middle East’s container ports play a pivotal role in global maritime trade, leveraging their strategic locations along vital shipping lanes connecting Asia, Europe, and Africa.

This analysis aims to provide an operational overview of the latest performance of the major ports, infrastructure, and developments, standing in a region increasingly defined by technological innovation, transshipment rivalry, and geopolitical flux.

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Strategic Implications of APM Terminals’ Operations in Salalah, Bahrain, and Aqaba

It is worth exploring APM Terminals and Maersk’s strategic initiative to harness the Gulf region’s expanding economic potential and establish Bahrain and Salalah as pivotal hubs in the global maritime trade network.

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APM Terminals expands Gemini’s central hub with 2 million TEU boost in Salalah

APM Terminals-operated Port of Salalah has invested US$300 million in expanding and ensuring readiness for the new network under the Gemini Cooperation of Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd.

The investment has included upgrades to all six existing berths and an expansion of the yard. The expansion has moved the terminal from a capacity of 4.5 million to 6.5 million TEUs and cements the Port of Salalah’s position as a key hub in the region with ideal access to the Middle East, the Indian Subcontinent and...

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Oman’s recent actions suggest major developments in shipping sector

Oman is strategically advancing its maritime sector through significant investments and international cooperation, positioning itself as a burgeoning maritime hub in the region.

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Port Geopolitics in Gulf region as New Trend Amid Economy Diversification

The attention of the maritime and shipping communities has been on the Middle East in the last months due to the geopolitical tensions that are reshaping the trade and logistics landscape.

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Technology Integration and Trends in Most-Efficient Ports Worldwide

Ports around the world have been increasingly adopting technology to enhance efficiency, safety, and environmental sustainability.

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APM Terminals announces new leadership at Port of Salalah and SCCT

APM Terminals (APMT) has appointed new Managing Directors for Oman’s Port of Salalah and the Suez Canal Container Terminal (SCCT).

APM Terminals and the Port of Salalah announced the appointment of Steven Yoogalingam as the new Managing Director of the Port, effective from 1 November 2024.

Yoogalingam brings a wealth of experience to this role, having previously served as Managing Director of the Suez Canal Container Terminal in Port Said, Egypt.

His career with APM Terminals also includes key...

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Salalah and Djibouti ports enter intense competition for regional dominance

The current competitive landscape among the Arabian Sea ports is in the spotlight, as the Red Sea crisis continues hampering shipping operations, affecting all the major regional players.

The ports are also part of larger geopolitical strategies, involving not only the host countries but also global shipping powerhouses like China and the United States. The partnerships and alliances formed through these port developments can influence regional political dynamics and control over critical...

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New cranes to increase Salalah Port capacity to 6 million TEUs by year-end

Oman’s Port of Salalah has received new hybrid cranes aiming to improve cargo handling efficiency.

The four new hybrid Rubber Tyred Gantry (RTG) cranes, part of a multi-million dollar investment, join 24 other cranes at the Port of Salalah, including fully electric Ship to Shore assets.

Port of Salalah is expected to receive another eight hybrid RTG cranes.

The new assets employ a regenerative energy system which means each power unit’s running hours are much reduced, and they are a quieter...

https://container-news.com/new-cranes-to-increase-salalah-port-capacity-to-6-million-teus-by-year-end/

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