Khazaen Dry Port Boosts Trade Connectivity: What It Means for Business Growth and Investment in Oman
MUSCAT: Khazaen Dry Port, operated by Asyad Group in collaboration with the private sector, has entered into a strategic partnership with SSC Consolidation, a leading global provider of less-than-container-load (LCL) and non-operating marine shipping services, to establish an integrated LCL consolidation and distribution center. This initiative enhances Oman’s standing as a regional and global logistics hub.
Under the terms of the agreement, the customs warehouse at Khazaen Dry Port will act as a central hub for unloading and redistributing LCL shipments throughout the Sultanate of Oman. This development aims to expedite customs clearance, reduce transportation costs, and improve supply chain efficiency, providing businesses with more flexible and responsive logistics solutions.
The collaboration supports Oman’s role as a vital trade gateway connecting regional and international markets. It aligns with the objectives of Oman Vision 2040, focusing on economic diversification and boosting supply chain competitiveness for national companies.
SSC Consolidation plans to increase cargo flow within the local market by offering direct weekly shipping services between Khazaen Dry Port and key ports in the UAE, Germany, the United States, Belgium, and India. These connections will offer importers and exporters more competitive shipping options while expanding Oman’s trade network.
Furthermore, Khazaen Dry Port will be designated as a final destination on SSC Consolidation’s bills of lading within Oman, integrating the port into the company’s global logistics network. This measure is expected to support re-export activities and unlock new growth opportunities for Oman’s national logistics sector.
SSC Consolidation will also utilize Asyad Group’s comprehensive logistics services—including transportation, handling, warehousing, and supply chain management—to execute its operations. This partnership underscores confidence in Asyad’s capabilities and ensures efficient access to regional and global markets through Khazaen’s modern infrastructure and its connectivity to ports, free zones, and economic areas.
Al Khattab bin Salem al Maani, Vice President of Commercial Affairs at Asyad Ports and Freezones, stated that the agreement strengthens Asyad Group’s dedication to enhancing Oman’s position as a global logistics hub by delivering innovative solutions that improve supply chain efficiency. Sheikh Morazuddin, Sales Director for Asia and the Mediterranean at SSC Consolidation, described the partnership as a significant advancement in expanding LCL services in Oman, enhancing last-mile connectivity, and reinforcing the company’s global trade network. — ONA
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This strategic partnership between Khazaen Dry Port and SSC Consolidation positions Oman as a pivotal regional and global logistics hub, enhancing supply chain efficiency and reducing costs for businesses. For investors and entrepreneurs, this creates significant opportunities in logistics, warehousing, and trade facilitation, while aligning closely with Oman Vision 2040’s goals of economic diversification. Smart stakeholders should now consider leveraging these enhanced trade networks and streamlined services to capitalize on Oman’s expanding role in global commerce.
