- In December 2023, Mwani Qatar-managed ports, including Hamad, witnessed a remarkable 45% increase in cargo handling compared to November, with substantial growth in building materials and RORO units.
- Hamad Port’s 2023 performance showcased its pivotal role in contributing to Qatar’s economic diversification goals, handling a diverse range of cargoes, and aiming to become a leading global trade hub.
- QTerminals, a vital joint venture, reported significant figures for December 2023, highlighting its crucial role in facilitating Qatar’s imports and exports, and managing maritime trade flows for regional economic growth.
In December 2023, Hamad, Ruwais, and Doha ports, managed by Mwani Qatar, exhibited robust performance with a significant 45% increase in cargo handling compared to November. Notable growth rates were observed in building materials (110%) and RORO units (47%). The three ports collectively handled 137,518 tonnes of general and bulk cargo. Despite the positive performance, concerns over potential delays and rising shipping costs persist, impacting businesses and the supply chain, reports The Peninsula.
Strong Performance in December 2023
Hamad, Ruwais, and Doha ports, managed by Mwani Qatar, experienced robust performance in December 2023, witnessing a significant surge in cargo handling volumes compared to the previous month.
The cargo handling in December 2023 saw a remarkable growth of 45 percent compared to November. Notably, building materials and Roll-On/Roll-Off (RORO) units recorded impressive growth rates of 110 percent and 47 percent, respectively.
The general and bulk cargoes handled through the three ports totaled 137,518 tonnes in December 2023, showcasing a substantial increase from the 94,990 tonnes recorded in November 2023, representing a surge of 45 percent every month.
Vessel Traffic
In December 2023, the ports received a total of 223 vessels.
Containers, RORO units, livestock, and building materials handled during the same period accounted for 107,634 TEUs, 8,339 units, 24,571 heads, and 49,184 tonnes, respectively.
Comparatively, in November 2023, Qatar’s ports received 226 vessels, with the containers, RORO, livestock, and building materials accounting for 125,202 TEUs, 5,656 units, 32,150 heads, and 23,422 tonnes, respectively.
Throughout 2023, a total of 2,546 ships called on Qatar’s three ports.
Cargo Handling
The general cargo handled through the three ports stood at 1,634,728 tonnes, with RORO (vehicles) totaling 72,697 units; containers reaching 1,221,073 TEUs; livestock comprising 419,425 heads; and building materials amounting to 479,244 tonnes.
In 2023, Hamad Port specifically handled 1,318,414 TEUs containers, 1,303,049 freight tonnes of break bulk, 400,478 freight tonnes of bulk, 9,301 livestock heads, and 80,294 RORO units. The port saw 1,655 vessels docking during the year.
Forward Momentum
Hamad Port remains steadfast in its progress, aiming to enhance logistics services and become a leading global trade hub, aligning with Qatar’s economic diversification plans outlined in the Qatar National Vision 2030.
The container terminals have been strategically designed to accommodate increasing trade volume, thereby facilitating economic diversification, a key goal of the Qatar National Vision 2030.
QTerminals Report
According to QTerminals, Hamad Port received 137 vessels in December 2023, handling 106,603 TEUs of containers, 31,000 freight tonnes of bulk, 101,022 freight tonnes of break bulk, and 8,310 RORO units.
In November 2023, Hamad Port received 139 vessels, with container handling reaching 125,258 TEUs, break bulk cargo at 88,865 freight tonnes, 5,645 RORO units, and 8,000 livestock heads.
QTerminals, a joint venture of Mwani Qatar and Qatar Navigation (Milaha), plays a crucial role in facilitating Qatar’s imports and exports, managing maritime trade flows, and fostering economic growth locally and regionally.
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Source: The Peninsula
