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Salalah Port marks a milestone with a USD 300 million container terminal upgrade, modernizing six berths, extending yards, upgrading power and access, and adding advanced cranes and vehicles. The expansion strengthens its role as a key hub in the Gemini cooperation network and a regional transshipment centre. The port also welcomed five dual-fuel methanol-powered Maersk vessels, highlighting its readiness for eco-friendly shipping.

Port of Salalah had been ranked the second most efficient container port in the world in the 3rd edition of global Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) developed by the World Bank and S&P Global Market Intelligence. Port also claimed the top spot in the West Central and South Asia region. Port of Salalah celebrated its 25th anniversary (Sliver Jubilee) of operations.

Port of Salalah was recognized as the 6th most efficient container port globally by the World Bank, IHS Markit, and UNCTAD Annual Index 2020. The port surpassed previous records by handling 4.5 million TEUs and 16.9 million MT of general cargo. To expand operations, the port invested in 16 eco-efficient RTG cranes and three mobile harbour cranes. In partnership with ROP Customs, the port successfully tested Sea-Air cargo connectivity and collaborated with Maersk to launch a new end-to-end logistics service to Yemen via Al-Mazyunah Free Zone. In Lloyd’s List Top 100 Container Ports 2021, Port of Salalah ranked 43rd globally.

Port of Salalah set a new productivity record of 412.97 PMPH and achieved an all-time high container volume of 4 million TEUs. A Central Service Corridor Piperack was completed to transfer liquid products from Salalah Free Zone to the Liquid Jetty Terminal. In Lloyd’s List Top 100 Container Ports 2019, the port ranked 51st globally. The Geniuses Team secured first place in the HISBA Asyad competition. Additionally, the port expanded its equipment with four new RTGs and a fleet of 20 Terberg YT222 tractors.

Cavotec installed 16 MM400E15 units at Berths 3 and 4 of the Container Terminal, improving vessel stability during the Khareef season at a cost of about 3.5 million OMR. A new 2.7 km dual carriageway with three roundabouts was also completed under MOTC for around 4 million OMR. In 2017, Port of Salalah was ranked 44th in Lloyd’s List Top 100 Container Ports.

The new deep-water General Cargo and Liquid Bulk Terminal had become operational. It added 20 million tons of dry cargo and six million of liquid bulk cargo annual handling capacity.

The Governor of Dhofar visited Port of Salalah and boarded the APL Salalah, one of the world’s largest container vessels. Additionally, the General Cargo Terminal expansion has been listed among the Strategic Top 100 Global Infrastructure Projects. According to a Journal of Commerce Group study on port productivity, Port of Salalah ranked the sixth among global transshipment ports and 18th among the world’s top ports.

Port of Salalah had introduced a dedicated taxi stand service for cruise and crew passengers and upgraded its General Cargo Terminal with new bulk handling equipment. In recognition of its commitment to safety and sustainability, the port was awarded the Lloyd’s List Safety Award and, for the second consecutive year, received the Environmental Award.

Celebrating 20 million TEU, the port added four Post-Panamax Gantry Cranes and six Rubber Tyre Gantry Cranes, while also launching the SWITCH program to cut carbon emissions by 25% within five years.

Berth 5 had been completed, with container volumes surpassing 2.5 million TEU and general cargo volumes exceeding 2.8 million.

A significant milestone of 10 million TEU has been celebrated.

Approval had been granted for an expansion project adding two new berths 5 and 6, at the Container Terminal, along with a new breakwater. Additionally, the port was recognized as the Best Seaport in the Middle East at the Asian Freight & Supply Chain Awards.

Port of Salalah launched its First Summer Internship Program as part of its Corporate Social Responsibility initiative.

Port of Salalah has set a world record for productivity, handling over 250 berth moves per hour. It was also recognized with the Best Investment Project in Oman Award.

Phase 3 had been established a container terminal equipped with a 35-ton gantry crane, supporting the government’s second 5-Year Plan to boost national economic growth through international maritime trade.

The Government of Oman launches the development of Raysut Port (Port of Salalah), resulting in upgraded infrastructure capable of handling vessels with drafts of up to 4 meters.