Etihad Rail’s new fleet will contribute towards reducing carbon dioxide emissions as it consolidates the transport of goods and cargo
The hub will be operated by SAFEEN Drydocks and will be fully equipped to accommodate a range of vessels
The new shipyard fabrication facility will cater for drilling rigs and marine assets as well as deep water vessels such as FPSO
With this expansion, Khalifa Port will expand its range of port and marine logistics services, from container and cargo handling to vessel repairs and maintenance
The agreement with KEZAD Group marks Dana Steel’s first venture in Abu Dhabi
Khalifa Port has grown from 2.43 square kilometre to 8.63 square kilometre, while its quay wall has been significantly extended from 2.3km to 12.5km
The ranking is based on the latest findings of the Xinhua-Baltic International Shipping Centre Development (ISCD) Index
The report cites the use of digital technology and green fuel alternatives as two of the major ways that countries are modernising their ports
The new technology will ensure 100 per cent traceability of containers, as well as the potential to launch an autonomous vehicle system
The expansion will substantially increase handling volumes by providing additional deep-water access and enhanced infrastructure
The new route will be served by a fleet of eight vessels ranging in capacity from 10,000-13,000 TEU
SAFEEN FEEDERS will introduce a feeder service linking Abu Dhabi to ports serving the UAE, the wider Gulf region and the Indian subcontinent