Dubai ranks 11th globally in the 2024 Leading Maritime Cities Index

Dubai grabbed the 11th spot globally on the 2024 Leading Maritime Cities report, rising two spots from 2022 and taking the top spot in the Arab world, Wam reports. The report attributes Dubai’s success to its strengths in shipping centers, maritime technology, ports and logistics, attractiveness, and competitiveness, as well as in terms of the financial and legal aspects.

QTerminals breaks new record: Qatar’s QTerminals has handled the highest number of Roro units from a single vessel in the port’s history, according to a statement. The handling involved a variety of heavy machinery, chain equipment, and small vehicles, demonstrating the port’s versatility in managing diverse cargo types, the statement said.

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• 16 of KSA’s Cluster 2 airports receive accreditation: Sixteen airports under KSA airport operator Cluster 2 have received the International Airport Council’s Customer Experience Accreditation. (Statement)