With passenger traffic on the rise and new routes earmarked for its flag carrier, Ras Al Khaimah (RAK) is strengthening its foothold in the regional aviation market despite facing tough competition from the other emirates.
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Economic update | RAK: Staking a claim in aviation
14 Jun 2012
Sharjah is seeking to position itself as a niche aviation connection centre, with the local budget airline expanding the number of routes it serves and specialist carriers focusing on potential in the upper end of the market. High costs and stiff competition, however, could pose a challenge to the emirate’s ambitions.
Interviews & Viewpoints | OBG talks to Hassan Ali Al Majed, Director-General, General Organisation of Sea Ports (GOP) from The Report: Bahrain 2012
How can Khalifa Bin Salman Port (KBSP) become a transportation hub in the northern Gulf?
Articles & Analysis | Storage capacity: Development of warehousing facilities supports the logistics industry from The Report: Bahrain 2012
With modern ports, proximity to large neighbouring markets, and a liberal Customs regime, Bahrain has a strong bid to become one of the leading trans-shipment hubs in the Gulf region. While other leading ports, namely Dubai’s Jebel Ali, may have higher capacities, Bahrain’s relatively quick Customs clearance and various onward transport options make...
Articles & Analysis | Ship shape: Ports set to benefit from long-term growth in regional markets from The Report: Bahrain 2012
Capitalising on its geographical advantages, Bahrain invested in the sort of high-quality, efficient transport infrastructure demanded by international commerce well before its regional rivals. The country hosted the first airport in the Gulf and was an early leader in developing internationally competitive ports. Today, this first-mover advantage...
Articles & Analysis | In transit: The roads, skies and seas are set to see an increase in passenger and cargo traffic from The Report: Bahrain 2012
As one of the most modern and efficient shipping centres in the region, the transport and logistics facilities on Bahrain’s Muharraq Island continued to draw business to the Kingdom throughout 2011. The Khalifa Bin Salman Port (KBSP), which opened in 2009, showcases the government’s dedication to further developing the country’s transport offerings...