Shinas Port records growth in trade activity in H1 2025
According to statistics released by the port, total cargo volume handled reached 360,556 tonnes, comprising 353,735 tonnes of imports and 6,821 tonnes of exports. Khater bin Ali Al Mamari
Khater bin Ali al Mamari, Executive Director of Shinas Port, stated that inbound shipments included 14,121 tonnes of construction materials, 604 tonnes of foodstuffs, and 1,236 tonnes of general cargo.
The port also received 2,350 head of livestock and camels during the period.
On the export side, 6,821 tonnes of goods were shipped out, including 40 tonnes of construction materials, 4,040 tonnes of general cargo, and 41,655 head of livestock and camels. Shinas Port in North Batinah
Maamari affirmed that Shinas Port continues to strengthen its role in supporting various economic sectors by streamlining the flow of goods and services and positioning itself as a vital hub for maritime trade.
He added that the port recently signed a series of agreements with Omani institutions aimed at empowering national companies and enhancing their participation in the maritime transport and logistics sectors.
The agreements also support the provision of advanced services to vessels, reinforcing the port's status as a key driver of economic growth and maritime supply chains.
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Shinas – Shinas Port in North Batinah governorate has reported notable growth in imports and exports during the first half of 2025, underscoring its expanding role in supporting the national economy and facilitating regional and international trade. According to statistics released by the port, total cargo volume handled reached 360,556 tonnes, comprising 353,735 tonnes of imports and 6,821 tonnes of exports. Khater bin Ali Al Mamari Khater bin Ali al Mamari, Executive Director of Shinas Port, stated that inbound shipments included 14,121 tonnes of construction materials, 604 tonnes of foodstuffs, and 1,236 tonnes of general cargo. The port also received 2,350 head of livestock and camels during the period. On the export side, 6,821 tonnes of goods were shipped out, including 40 tonnes of construction materials, 4,040 tonnes of general cargo, and 41,655 head of livestock and camels. Shinas Port in North Batinah Maamari affirmed that Shinas Port continues to strengthen its role in supporting various economic sectors by streamlining the flow of goods and services and positioning itself as a vital hub for maritime trade. He added that the port recently signed a series of agreements with Omani institutions aimed at empowering national companies and enhancing their participation in the maritime transport and logistics sectors. The agreements also support the provision of advanced services to vessels, reinforcing the port's status as a key driver of economic growth and maritime supply chains.
