The President of the General Ports Authority, Omar bin Talal Hariri, explained that the launch of the PCS is part of MAWANI’s effort to channel technology to serve the maritime transport system, raise the efficiency of the operational performance of the Saudi port network, and facilitate procedures. The PCS aims to provide more than 250 electronic services in the Authority’s Saudi ports. The PCS, which was launched on the side
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LAM to Expand Routes to Dubai and China Amid Restructuring Efforts
LAM, Mozambique’s state airline, is gearing up to introduce regular flights to Dubai and Guangzhou, China, by July, announced Theunis Crous, the airline’s general director. The move comes as part of LAM’s strategic plans to broaden its international network. Crous expressed optimism about the upcoming launches, stating, “We hope to launch flights to Dubai and Guangzhou within the next three months – in June or July.” He highlighted the airline’s
LME plans to list Saudi Port as a copper and zinc delivery point
The London Metal Exchange (LME) plans to list Jeddah, a Saudi Arabian Red Sea port city, as a new delivery point for copper and zinc subject to consultation on a technical change to the LME’s warehouse location framework, it said on Tuesday. The warehouses, registered with the LME, the world’s largest and oldest metals trading venue, are usually located in areas of net metals consumption or top transit hubs such
AD Ports Group Hosts Iraqi Delegation to Bolster Bilateral Economic Ties
AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a prominent global facilitator of logistics, industry, and trade, recently hosted an esteemed Iraqi delegation led by His Excellency Mr. Razzaq Muhaibas Al-Saadawi, Iraq’s Minister of Transport, alongside influential figures from various sectors. The meeting, held at Abu Dhabi’s Khalifa Port, focused on crucial projects aimed at enhancing international transport, logistics services, economic cooperation, and mutual interests. The bilateral discussions, attended by His Excellency Suhail
UAE Launches Blue Pass Platform to Elevate Maritime Industry
The Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, in collaboration with NeoNautica, a prominent technology firm in the maritime sector, has unveiled the UAE Blue Pass platform. This strategic alliance aims to drive innovation and advancement in the UAE’s maritime industry. The UAE Blue Pass platform is poised to revolutionize the maritime sector by offering various benefits to maritime enterprises and vessels, fostering industry innovation and efficiency. The partnership was formalized during
Etihad Cargo and WFS Forge Three-Year Global Cargo Partnership
Etihad Cargo, the cargo and logistics division of Etihad Airways, has entered a strategic partnership with Worldwide Flight Services (WFS), a subsidiary of the SATS Group. This collaboration spans 12 major international airports, enhancing efficiency and service quality in key trade regions worldwide. Over the next three years, WFS will provide cargo handling services for Etihad Cargo, managing an annual volume exceeding 150,000 tonnes for the Abu Dhabi-based carrier. The
Israel seeks to buy Cypriot port
Israel’s Ministry of Transport is planning to purchase a port in Cyprus to provide a checkpoint to inspect aid destined for the Gaza Strip. According to Israeli newspaper, Yedioth Ahronoth, Minister Miri Regev dispatched a delegation led by the head of the government-owned Israel Ports Company, Uzi Itzhaki, and members of the Shipping and Seaports Authority to Cyprus on Monday. The delegation has been instructed to consider opportunities to buy
INSTC’s Rail Freights Transit Through Iran Within 3 To 5 Days
Rail freight transit through Iran’s territory lasts between 3 to 5 days from Sarakhs Border to Bandar Abbas, reported Miad Salehi, Deputy Minister and CEO of the Islamic Republic of Iran Railways, while speaking at the international conference on the sea-based economy which is being held at the IRIB International Conference Center today. As per the agreement with Russia, Kazakhstan, and Turkmenistan, rail freights transit within 2 to 3 days