Middle East

Disputes seemingly cant stop the Mubarak Al Kabeer juggernaut. Richard Rowe reports

Previous trade sanctions imposed on Iran by the United Nations, the US and the European Union look likely to be lifted, but the industry is advised to reconnect with “caution”.

Dubai-based international terminal operator DP World increased box throughput by 8.7% in 2014, moving 28.3m teu. Revenue rose to $3.4bn, while like-for-like profit jumped 25.3% to $757m.

Abu Dhabi Terminals (ADT) has acquired a financing agreement with Abu Dhabi Commercial Bank (ADCB) for the development of Khalifa Port Container Terminal (KPCT).

A temporary lift of sanctions is raising hopes for a boost in Irans port and terminal business. Aiden Grange reports

No looking back for Middle East terminals that continue to climb the capacity ladder, reports Alex Hughes