Salalah Port welcomes eco-friendly container ships

Business Wednesday 23/April/2025 18:49 PM
By: ONA
Salalah Port welcomes eco-friendly container ships

Salalah: Salalah Port has received five modern dual-fuel methanol-powered container vessels from Maersk's fleet, marking a significant milestone in the port's infrastructure development and readiness to accommodate the latest environmentally friendly ships.

The arrival of these advanced vessels demonstrates Salalah Port's adaptability to rapid transformations in the maritime industry, particularly regarding environmental standards and emission reductions.

This event also highlights the ongoing partnership between the port and Maersk, underscoring Salalah Port's pivotal role in supporting sustainable supply chains at regional and global levels. The port continues to strengthen its position as an advanced logistics hub that meets modern environmental sustainability requirements.

Notably, Salalah Port was designed to be sustainable and scalable for future growth, aligning with developments in maritime trade and the integration of technology in operational processes. Its strategic location near major global shipping routes connecting the East and the West has positioned it among the world's top transshipment ports, offering time and distance efficiencies along with specialized facilities for container vessel operations.