MIDDLE EAST

Khalifa development moves forward

14 years ago

Abu Dhabi Ports Co will launch the first phase of its megaproject at Khalifa Port and the adjacent Kizad (Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi) in September this year. When completed, Kizad will become one of the world’s largest industrial zones.

ADPC want to involve the community in Khalifa’s redevelopment project

Captain Mohamed Al Shamisi, executive vice president ports unit, ADPC, said to Port Strategy: “Upon completion, the mega project Khalifa Port will be serving the emirate as a hub port of Abu Dhabi in addition to the traffic generated from importing and exporting goods off the back of Khalifa Industrial Zone (Kizad) activities.”

Khalifa Port will be handling the container traffic transferred from Mina Zayed while all other operations will remain in Mina Zayed including general cargo, bulk cargo, RORO, specialised project cargo, and cruise traffic.

Captain Shamisi added: “These messages need to be communicated clearly with the community to ensure a seamless transition from Mina Zayed to Khalifa.”

On a wider scale, the Khalifa development fits strategically with the Abu Dhabi Economic Vision 2030 – which focuses on diversifying income through developing world-class projects.

ADPC’s megaproject is a key enabler of Abu Dhabi’s 2030 vision for the diversification of the economy. The AED26.5bn ($7.2 bn) Khalifa Port and Khalifa Industrial Zone Abu Dhabi (Kizad) redevelopment is set to redefine the industrial landscape in the region and provide around 100,000 new jobs.