Abu Dhabi, UAE – Abu Dhabi Ports Group announced the signing of an agreement with Emirates International Aluminum Company, the largest producer of high-quality aluminum in the world, to implement development work for the company’s designated pier in Khalifa Port.
The agreement comes within the framework of the long-term strategic partnership between the two sides, which will jointly invest AED 84 million in a multi-stage program to develop the quay and modernize the port infrastructure allocated to Emirates International Aluminum Company, allowing it to receive large Newcastle Max ships for dry bulk cargo capable of transporting a tonnage of about 15 to 20% more than the Cap Size ships currently docked there Which will contribute to enhancing dock productivity, operational efficiency and shipment handling performance.
8 million tons of goods annually
After completing the planned development work by August 2028, the developed pier is expected to allow handling about 8 million tons of bulk cargo annually. In addition to enhancing operational flexibility by providing additional unloading facilities.
The development project also includes the modernization of the existing overpass of the pier. Installing new anchors and barriers, extending crane bridges and foundations, adding connectivity capabilities to services and facilities, and carrying out dredging operations.
These updates will allow larger ships to be received with the highest levels of safety and efficiency. And support the expected increase in bulk cargo volumes in the future.
The cooperation is based on the long-term strategic partnership between Abu Dhabi Ports Group and Emirates International Aluminum Company. It reflects their shared focus on ensuring operational excellence, infrastructure resilience, and sustainable industrial growth.
regional center
Khalifa Port, ranked 39th globally on Lloyd’s list of the world’s top 100 ports in 2025, is a regional hub for three of the world’s largest shipping lines. They are: CMACGM, COSCO, and MSC.
The port is considered a technologically advanced sea gateway to the Emirate of Abu Dhabi. Provides multimodal connectivity with Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – Kizad Group. The largest integrated system of economic cities and free zones in the Middle East. It provides highly efficient land connectivity channels with various parts of the UAE and the Arabian Gulf region. Through dry ports in both Al Faya and Al Ain.
