CONTAINER, GENERAL CARGO, Cruise, Ro-Ro and Livestock

On June 2017, the Port of Fujairah and AD Ports Group signed a 35-year concession agreement, announcing the establishment of Fujairah Terminals.

Under the concession agreement, AD Ports Group was granted the rights to upgrade and improve the existing container handling infrastructure, in addition to providing Container, General and Project Cargo, Ro-Ro, Cruise Ship, Rail Handling and Livestock services.

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The agreement included the deepening of the draught to enable Fujairah Terminals to cater for larger vessels for clients especially GCC, Pakistan and Indian subcontinent.

AD Ports Group has equipped Fujairah Terminals with new and advanced equipment, such as STS post-Panamax quay cranes, RTGs, as well as new IT systems, which will bring greater efficiency to operations and are in line with the highest international standards.

The already established sea to rail multimodal connectivity have created a seamless supply chain offering access to overseas markets for all businesses in the UAE.

Rail connectivity to Fujairah Terminal is crucial for enhancing its efficiency, competitiveness, and economic growth. By providing a reliable and efficient rail connection, the terminal can increase its productivity, reduce congestion on roads, and minimize its environmental impact. Rail transport can also stimulate economic growth by attracting businesses and investments to the region, creating new job opportunities, and increasing trade volumes.

Fujairah Terminals is a hub for the entire GCC, the East-West shipping lines, and an outlet for the Indian subcontinent, Red Sea, and East African markets. The terminal capacity is expected to reach 720,000 TEUs and 1.3 million tons of general cargo by 2030.

INFRASTRUCTURE

Fujairah Terminal’s infrastructure is of paramount importance due to its strategic location, serving as a critical gateway for trade and commerce in the region. The terminal’s deep-water berths, state-of-the-art cargo handling equipment, extensive storage facilities, advanced security systems, efficient transportation links, and modern IT systems all contribute to its efficiency, productivity, and competitiveness. By providing a world-class infrastructure, Fujairah Terminal supports the growth of the UAE’s economy, facilitates international trade, and cements its position as a major logistics hub in the region.

The main highlights are:

BERTH CRITERIA MAIN QUAY BERTH NO.1 MAIN QUAY BERTH NO.2 MAIN QUAY BERTH NO.3 MAIN QUAY BERTH NO.4
BERTH LENGTH 257 METRES 243 METRES 250 METRES 248 METRES
BOLLARD NOS. 34 32 33 33
WATER DEPTH APPROACHES 15 METRES (CD) 15 METRES (CD) 15 METRES (CD) 15 METRES (CD)
WATER DEPTH ALONGSIDE 15 METRES (CD) 15 METRES (CD) 15 METRES (CD) 15 METRES (CD)
MAXIMUM ARRIVAL DRAUGHT 13 METRES 13 METRES 13 METRES 13 METRES
MAXIMUM SAILING DRAUGHT 13.5 METRES 13.5 METRES 13.5 METRES 13.5 METRES
VESSELS MAXIMUM LENGTH OVERALL 330 METRES

Key features:

  • 1,000 m long quay wall
  • 380,000 square meter yard area
  • 15 meters draught
  • Extended bonded warehousing and covered storage areas
  • 2 x STS post-Panamax quay cranes and 2 x RTGs
  • Value added services including 3PL
  • Berth UDL > 20 t/m2

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