Abu Dhabi-based Noatum Maritime has taken delivery of its first LNG-powered Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), which will be deployed within the new United Global Ro-Ro venture formed recently with Erkport of Turkey. The newbuilding, named Ugr Al Samha, features 12 decks covering a total area of 59, 331 m2 and has a capacity of more than 7000 car equivalent units (CEUs).
LNG-powered PCTC vessels offer a range of benefits, particularly in relation to addressing environmental concerns, and...
DP World and the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) have officially inaugurated the new South Container Terminal at Jeddah Islamic Port, following a three-year project that has more than doubled its capacity from 1.8 million to 4 million TEU a year. The expansion also opens the way for further expansion to a capacity of 5 million TEU, with additional ship-to-shore equipment scheduled to be deployed as demand grows.
The Jeddah terminal was DP World’s first concession outside the UAE in 1999, and this...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/new-south-container-terminal-inaugurated-in-jeddah-port/
RAK Ports in Ras al Khaimah has in recent weeks launched its new Saqr 2.0 deep water port development project, which will focus on the liquid bulk, project cargo and break bulk segments, while also developing facilities for shiprepair and recycling.
The aim is to have the first phase of the new port operational by 2027, providing direct access not only to waterside berths but to around 5million m2 of free zone space.
Currently RAK Ports operates around 60 berths, but this will increase to 72...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/rak-ports-promotes-saqr-2-0-project/
AD Ports Group is preparing to receive three new Panamax ship-to-shore cranes from Shanghai Zhenhua Heavy Industries Co. Ltd (ZPMC) of China, which have been ordered for the company’s new multipurpose cargo terminal in Safaga, Egypt. This new facility is expected to be operational in the second half of 2026.
The Group is investing a total of AED 193 million in the new shoreside gantry cranes, as well as six hybrid rubber tyred gantry (RTG) cranes for the Noatum Ports – Safaga Terminal. The new...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/safaga-terminal-equipment-investment-gathers-pace/
DP World UAE achieved a new milestone in 2024, handling a record 1.3 million vehicles across its ro-ro terminals in Dubai. This marks a 53.6% increase from the previous year and is the highest in the company’s history.
DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali Port accounted for the majority of this volume, handling nearly 960,000 units, reinforcing its position as the region’s leading automotive hub. The remainder were handled at Mina Al Hamriya and Mina Rashid.
This record-breaking performance underscores...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/dubai-port-sets-automotive-traffic-record/
Abu Dhabi-based Al Seer Marine, a subsidiary of the International Holding Company, has taken delivery of two new chemical carriers, Tabit and Rigel. This pair are the final two in a series of six newbuild Medium Range (MR) tankers ordered from K Shipbuilding Korea, and were financed through Bocom Leasing, which provided US$ 70 million for this investment.
According to Guy Neivems. CEO, “Our strong financial performance in 2024, with over US$ 348.9 million in revenue and US$ 29.2 million in...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/al-seer-takes-delivery-of-two-new-vessels/
Last week Drydocks World celebrated the keel-laying ceremony for the largest sheerleg floating crane in the MENA region with ZPMC in Qidong City, China. This marks a crucial step forward in the construction of this new heavy-lift asset for Drydocks World’s shipyard in Dubai.
With a 160m long A-frame and a 5000-tonnes lifting capacity, the new floating crane will significantly enhance the yard’s capabilities, enabling lifts of up to 120 m above water. When it arrives at Drydocks World in 2026,...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/crane-contract-milestone-marked-by-drydocks-world/
Qatar Gas Transport Company (Nakilat) has marked a significant milestone with the steel cutting ceremony for eight of its new LNG carriers at Hanwha Ocean Shipyard in the Republic of Korea. These vessels are part of Nakilat’s major LNG fleet expansion project, aimed at meeting the maritime transport needs of the sector.
Fully owned by Nakilat, each vessel will have a capacity of 174,000 m3 and will be chartered to QatarEnergy and its affiliates under long-term agreements. The new LNG carriers...
https://www.themaritimestandard.com/lng-carrier-steel-cutting-milestone-for-nakilat/
Lila Global has arranged to scrap a 25-year-old capesize vessel, making it the second reported cape to head to the breakers this year. In January, NYK Bulkship Korea scrapped the 27-year-old Lady Cedros, beached at Alang, India. After Russia attacked Ukraine, buyers rescued a string of vintage...
https://splash247.com/rare-capesize-scrapping-set-to-proceed/
| In support of this year’s International Women’s Day, held annually on 8 March, the fifth edition of World Sailing’s global women’s sailing festival, Steering the Course, will reaffirm the federation’s commitment to creating new pathways at all levels of the sport for talented female sailors, coaches and officials. Two global festivals will be held in solidarity with the International Women’s Day theme of #AccelerateAction and elevating women and girls’ participation and achievement in... |