Shinas Port continues to strengthen its role in supporting various economic sectors  and services and positioning itself as a vital hub for maritime trade.

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.

Shinas Port to strengthen its role in supporting various economic sectors

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.

Maamari noted 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.

A cooperation agreement was  signed with Oil Resources International

Al Mamari stated that the port’s strong performance reflects ongoing improvements in infrastructure and services, reinforcing Shinas Port’s status as a key gateway supporting various economic sectors in Oman.
He also noted continued efforts to enhance logistical services and strategic partnerships. A cooperation agreement was recently signed with Oil Resources International to provide ship refuelling services at Shinas Port, further enhancing its position as a pivotal port in the Sultanate of Oman.

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

ABOUT PORT SHINAS

Port Shinas’s expansion since 1996 serves as a prime example of the Sultanate’s rapid economic development in recent decades. Asyad  launched commercial operations in April 2019.

Port Shinas maintains a particular focus on aquaculture, livestock and general agricultural trade, benefitting from its favorable geographic position close to the mouth of the Arabian Gulf, and its close proximity to neighboring GCC countries and the Musandam Governorate. The port serves local traders, who have benefitted from expanding import and export capacity covering raw materials, manufactured goods and building materials. Port Shinas is also increasingly positioning itself as a hub for the Sultanate’s extensive ferry network.

Source :  Agencies

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