Dr Abdullah Bin Mohammad Belhaif Al Nuaimi, Minister of Infrastructure Development and Chairman of the Federal Transport Authority — Land and Maritime in a statement on WAM on Saturday said that the present expansions of Jebel Ali Port and Khalifa Port, the development of ports in Sharjah, Fujairah and Ras Al Khaimah have contributed towards achieving a high global ranking in the seaport sector.
“The UAE’s reliance on development of various types of transport terminals assists in making the nation an international player in global and regional trade. Continuing the development and improvements in infrastructure and services of the UAE’s ports aim to achieving the government’s vision to make the UAE a global pioneer,” he said.
The minister said that the continuous investment strategy in the development of port infrastructure enabled DP World to provide through Jebel Ali Port a pivotal gateway to local and regional trade.
Cruise ships
The UAE seeks to have largest cruise ports in the region, thanks to its infrastructure that is capable of receiving cruise ships and the volume of tourists heading to the emirate through the port, as well as the development of bulk and break bulk cargo management systems.
He noted that the UAE’s ports are among the world’s largest ports as they include the latest equipment and capabilities for shipping and unloading. UAE ports account for 60 per cent of GCC total containerisation after becoming a global maritime trade hub.
Al Nuaimi said, “We must continue to develop and improve the infrastructure and services of UAE ports to achieve the government’s vision of the UAE as a pioneer nation.”
