Oman Ports record strong growth in ship and cargo traffic

Oman’s ports sector recorded strong performance during the first half of 2025, driven by an increase in ship traffic, container handling and cargo volumes. This follows development measures implemented by the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology as part of a drive to strengthen port infrastructure and enhance future readiness in line with Oman Vision 2040.

Muhanna Al Baqer, Director General of Ports at the Ministry of Transport, Communications and Information Technology, said container handling saw a notable rise. The total number of containers at the ports of Salalah, Sohar and Duqm reached 2,427,195 Twenty-foot Equivalent Units (TEUs) in the first half of 2025, compared to 2,173,508 TEUs in the same period in 2024. This marks a growth of 11.7% and reflects the efficiency of logistics operations and the capacity of the ports to meet growing demand.

In a statement to the Oman News Agency, the Director General of Ports added that Omani ports also recorded an increase in the number of ships. The total number of vessels received by Omani ports and offshore terminals reached 6,586 in the first half of 2025, compared to 5,930 in the same period in 2024, reflecting growth of 11.1%. Several main ports contributed to this rise, most notably Sultan Qaboos, Shinas and Salalah.