Abu Dhabi Ports Group continues to strengthen its presence across Arab markets by launching strategic port and logistics projects that contribute to regional economic development and solidify the region’s role in global trade.
As part of its regional expansion, the group signed multiple agreements in Egypt, Jordan, Bahrain, and Iraq, in line with the UAE’s vision to deepen economic and investment ties with neighboring countries.
In Egypt, the group signed a 50-year concession agreement with the Suez Canal Economic Zone to develop a 20 km² integrated industrial and logistics zone in Port Said, with an initial investment of $120 million. It is also preparing to operate a multipurpose terminal at Safaga Port with an investment of AED 193 million.
Additional Egyptian projects include a logistics complex in Alexandria, the acquisition of Transmar, TCI, and Safina BV, and the development of cruise terminals in Safaga, Hurghada, Ain Sokhna, and Sharm el-Sheikh.
In Jordan, Abu Dhabi Ports launched the country’s first cruise terminal in Aqaba and began Phase 1 of the Marsa Zayed project, transforming 3.2 million m² of seafront into a tourism and economic hub.
The group also partnered with Aqaba Development Corporation to establish “Maqta Ayla,” a digital port community system that will streamline operations at Aqaba Port using unified digital platforms.
It won a contract to manage the 1.3 million m² Madouneh Customs Center in Amman, using AI, IoT, and blockchain to enhance trade competitiveness.
In Iraq, it built a digital logistics hub near Umm Qasr Port. In Bahrain, its subsidiary Noatum Marine launched joint operations with ASRY to offer integrated marine services.
Recent agreements include expanding drydock capabilities, launching ship recycling facilities with India’s JM Baxi, and exploring joint port investments. A new regional office in Kuwait supports further maritime growth across the GCC.