Asyad Ports has officially launched the Asyad Container Terminal at Duqm. The inauguration marked the welcoming of two of the largest container ships from Europe and Asia, solidifying Duqm’s status as a key player in the maritime and logistics landscape.
A Gateway to Global Logistics
The Asyad Container Terminal emerges as a game-changer, positioning Duqm Special Economic Zone as a competitive force in global logistics. This strategic move by Asyad Group aligns with their expansion plans, aimed at providing integrated logistics solutions and staying ahead of evolving global trade trends.
Unprecedented Capabilities
The terminal’s pilot operations showcased its advanced capabilities in handling the world’s largest container vessels. Equipped with cutting-edge technology, including remotely operated cranes, optic fiber data transfer systems, and smart driving systems, Asyad Container Terminal sets a new standard in efficient and technologically advanced port operations.
Boosting Oman’s Global Logistics Hub Status
Asyad Container Terminal not only strengthens Oman’s position as a global logistics hub but also opens doors for private sector partnerships. With three berths capable of handling three ships simultaneously, a quay length exceeding 1,000 meters, and a storage capacity of 26,000 TEU, the terminal is ready to meet the growing demands of local, regional, and global import-export activities.
Driving Economic Diversification
Eng. Ahmed Akaak, Acting CEO of the Special Economic Zone at Duqm, emphasized the role of the terminal in Oman’s economic diversification. By connecting Duqm with global shipping lines and providing direct access to key global markets, the terminal is set to unlock significant investment opportunities.
Promoting Food Security and Beyond
Dr. Ahmed Al Abri, CEO of Asyad Ports, highlighted the terminal’s role in promoting food security through cold chain solutions tailored for importing and exporting fish and seafood products. Asyad Ports aims to support various projects related to food security, green hydrogen, oil and gas, bolstering local players and SMEs across different facets of logistics.
Towards a Global Logistics Hub
In the coming years, the Port of Duqm is poised to become a central logistics hub catering to global shipping lines from Asia and Europe. Asyad Container Terminal’s successful pilot stage, supported by the Port of Duqm, marks a significant milestone in Oman’s journey towards economic growth and integration into the global supply chain.
Source: ASYAD ports
