AD Ports Group and Emirates Global Aluminium (EGA) announced a new AED 84 million joint investment to upgrade EGA’s dedicated berth at Khalifa Port, strengthening one of the UAE’s most important industrial and trade partnerships.
The multi-phase infrastructure enhancement programme is designed to increase cargo-handling capacity, improve operational efficiency and accommodate larger Newcastlemax dry bulk vessels, which can carry 15–20% more cargo than the Capesize vessels currently using the berth.
Key highlights:
• AD Ports Group and EGA to jointly invest AED 84 million
• Upgrade of EGA’s dedicated berth at Khalifa Port
• Berth to accommodate larger Newcastlemax vessels
• Newcastlemax vessels can carry 15–20% more cargo than Capesize vessels
• Project scheduled for completion by August 2028
• Annual bulk cargo handling capacity expected to reach approximately 8 million tonnes
The infrastructure programme will include:
• Upgrades to the existing capping beam
• Installation of new bollards and fenders
• Extension of crane beams and foundations
• Additional utility connections
• Dredging works
• Provision for future installation of additional unloader facilities
According to AD Ports Group, the project will improve berth productivity, operational flexibility and cargo-handling performance while supporting future growth in bulk cargo volumes.
The company added that the investment further strengthens its long-standing strategic partnership with EGA and supports the continued development of world-class port infrastructure to enhance the UAE’s trade and industrial competitiveness.
Khalifa Port, recently ranked 39th in Lloyd’s List Top 100 Ports for 2025, serves as a major regional hub for global shipping lines including CMA CGM, COSCO and MSC, while providing direct connectivity to Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD) and the wider GCC region.
Source: AD Ports Group
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