{"id":83632,"date":"2025-01-09T00:00:00","date_gmt":"2025-01-09T00:00:00","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/enterpriseam.com\/logistics\/2025\/01\/09\/heaps-of-updates-on-all-things-logistics-from-uae-oman-and-qatar\/"},"modified":"2025-01-09T00:00:00","modified_gmt":"2025-01-09T00:00:00","slug":"heaps-of-updates-on-all-things-logistics-from-uae-oman-and-qatar","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/enterpriseam.com\/logistics\/2025\/01\/09\/heaps-of-updates-on-all-things-logistics-from-uae-oman-and-qatar\/","title":{"rendered":"Heaps of updates on all things logistics from UAE, Oman, and Qatar"},"content":{"rendered":"

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INVESTMENT WATCH-<\/p>\n

ADIB Capital launches European logistics-focused fund:<\/strong> Abu Dhabi Islamic Bank\u2019s (ADIB) asset management arm ADIB Capital launched a new Sharia-compliant investment vehicle for logistics assets across Germany and Western Europe, according to a press release<\/a>. The ADIB European Logistics Fund I will focus on ESG-compliant logistics infrastructure, including warehouses. The size of the fund was not disclosed.<\/p>\n

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CARGO-<\/p>\n

Oman delivers LNG ca<\/strong>rgo to Shell: <\/strong>Oman LNG has delivered the first LNG cargo from its facility in the Omani city of Sur to Shell under their new long-term agreement, Muscat Daily<\/a> reported on Tuesday. The size of the delivered cargo has not been disclosed. <\/p>\n

What they said:<\/strong> \u201cWe are embarking on a 10-year concession extension with market leaders in LNG and energy. Our growth is aligned with Oman\u2019s vision and adapted to the evolving global energy market demands,\u201d Oman LNG CEO Hamad al Naamany said. <\/p>\n

Oman LNG has been on a roll: <\/strong>Oman\u2019s Energy and Minerals Ministry announced in July 2024<\/a> the building of a new liquefied natural gas (LNG) rail connection at the Qalhat Industrial Complex in South Sharqiyah to boost Oman\u2019s LNG production to 15.2 m metric tonnes per year. <\/p>\n

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AVIATION-<\/p>\n

Iraq\u2019s Nasiriyah International Airport is over 76% complete<\/strong>, according to a statement<\/a>. The construction effort, involving 450 workers and over 120 operational vehicles, is progressing steadily toward its scheduled deadlines. The airport\u2019s infrastructure includes a fuel station, a water desalination plant, a power station, and a large civil defense center. <\/p>\n

ICYMI- <\/strong>In May<\/a>, Iraq\u2019s Transport Ministry announced that the Nasiriyah International Airport project is set for completion in 2025. <\/p>\n

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FREIGHT FORWARDING-<\/p>\n

#1- <\/strong>FedEx<\/strong> launches new e-commerce service in UAE + KSA: <\/strong>FedEx has launched its International Connect Plus service, designed for e-commerce shipments weighing up to 20 km, in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, according to a press release<\/a>. The customs-cleared service guarantees delivery on a specific day, connecting e-commerce businesses to their customers in three to four business days. <\/p>\n

#2- Aramex adds electric trucks to its fleet:<\/strong> Aramex deployed the first commercial electric trucks in the UAE in partnership with Admiral Mobility, adding a fleet of eight-ton Farizon electric trucks, according to a press release<\/a>. Aramex previously added e-bikes<\/a> and electric vans<\/a> to its last-mile delivery fleet in the UAE in a bid to make 98% of its fleet EVs by 2030.<\/p>\n

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SHIPPING + MARITIME-<\/p>\n

#1- Qatar Navigation (<\/strong>Milaha)<\/strong> has launched its new weekly Short Sea Med service, <\/strong>MTX 2<\/strong>, according to a statement<\/a>. The service, launched on 2 January, connects Turkey Continental Spain, and the Canary Islands. The express shuttle offers four-day transit time from Turkey to Spain, complemented by end-to-end lead times through Milaha's intermodal network.<\/p>\n

#2- Dubai saw its first liquified natural gas (LNG) bunkering operation<\/strong>, which was carried out by the Dubai Ports Authority, for a cruise ship at Dubai Harbor, according to the Dubai Media Office<\/a>. The emirate is currently developing a fuel bunkering regulation for port operators and LNG suppliers, and aims to expand alternative fuel bunkering services across the emirate, the authority\u2019s CEO Ibrahim Al Blooshi said.<\/p>\n

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