Shinas Port Sees Significant Growth in Exports and Imports

Shinas Port in North Al Batinah Governorate has experienced a notable surge in the growth of exports and imports during the first half of the year. The port's Executive Director, Khatir Ali Al-Ma'amari, highlighted the importance of the port's role in supporting the national economy and enhancing regional and international trade. The port's total volume of goods handled reached 360,556 tonnes, including a substantial amount of imports and exports.

Key Takeaways:

• The total volume of goods handled at Shinas Port reached 360,556 tonnes during the first half of the year.
• The port received diverse imports, including 14,121 tonnes of construction materials, 604 tonnes of food supplies, and 1,236 tonnes of general cargo.
• The port handled 2,350 heads of livestock and camels, with exports amounting to 6,821 tonnes, comprising 40 tonnes of construction materials, 4,040 tonnes of general cargo, and 41,655 heads of livestock and camels.
• The port continues to support various economic sectors and facilitate trade movement at regional and international levels.
• Shinas Port has signed several agreements with Omani institutions to strengthen national enterprises and enable Omani companies to provide services in maritime transport and logistics.
• The agreements aim to deliver essential logistical services to ships, serving as a key driver for economic growth and maritime supply chains.

Statistics:

• Total volume of goods handled at Shinas Port: 360,556 tonnes.
• Imports: 353,735 tonnes (including 14,121 tonnes of construction materials, 604 tonnes of food supplies, and 1,236 tonnes of general cargo).
• Exports: 6,821 tonnes (comprising 40 tonnes of construction materials, 4,040 tonnes of general cargo, and 41,655 heads of livestock and camels).
• Number of heads of livestock and camels handled: 2,350.
• Total number of heads of livestock and camels exported: 41,655.

Sources:

• Shinas Port in North Al Batinah Governorate