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RAIL-
A new Algerian railway line is slated to run 10 trains a day, according to a statement. The line — which will connect Bechar and Tindouf to the Ghar Jebilat mine —will span 950 km and host eight trains loaded with mining materials every day, as well as one train each for passengers and freight. The 98 km stretch between Bechar and Al Abada station will become operational “very soon” the statement said, without disclosing a cost or timeline.
AVIATION-
Qatar + Syria partner up on aviation: Qatar’s General Civil Aviation Authority inked an MoU with Syrian Civil Aviation Authority (SCAA) to enhance bilateral cooperation in the civil aviation sector, the SCAA said in a statement to Syrian state news agency Sana.
REMEMBER- Qatar Airways resumed services to Syria’s Damascus with three weekly flights on 7 January 2025.
STORAGE + WAREHOUSING-
Hyperfusion + DDN partner to expand data storage in the UAE: UAE-based computing and generative AI firm Hyperfusion has partnered with US-based data storage company DataDirect Networks (DDN) to bolster data storage technology for businesses across the UAE, according to a statement. The pair will work together to expand operational efficiency, drive market expansion, and advance data storage capacity.
OTHER STORIES WORTH KNOWING THIS MORNING-
- Al Futtaim Logistics goes to KSA + Oman: UAE-based supply chain and logistics solutions provider Al Futtaim Logistics is launching operations in KSA in 1Q 2025 and in Oman in 2Q to meet the region’s growing demand for aircraft. (Statement)
- Shell Oman puts a gas station on wheels: Shell Oman has launched a mobile fuel tanker with a carrying capacity of 7.5 kiloliters. The vehicle — which functions as a fully equipped fuel station — features an automatic gauging system, fuel transaction record-keeping technology, and advanced safety systems. (Trade Arabia)
- Bahrain debuts online vessel registration platform: Bahrain’s Ministry of Transport has launched an online platform for small vessel registration, licensing, and renewals. (BNA)
