Transport

Just over three decades ago in 1979, construction wrapped up on what was at that point an unprecedented project in the Middle East. About 40 km south of Dubai’s historical centre – in what had been a vacant sandy lot – construction teams were working to dredge what would become Jebel Ali Port. Now complete, it has become the largest man-made port in...

The sparse population, landlocked location and extreme climate make developing Mongolia’s transportation and logistics infrastructure a prominent challenge. Deciding how to allocate the state’s limited resources is a complex question at a time when spending is needed in so many areas in order to remove the bottlenecks holding back economic growth....

As Mongolians migrate to their capital city in search of work, Ulaanbaatar is increasingly suffering from traffic congestion. The Asian Development Bank (ADB) in summer 2012 approved a loan for a bus rapid transit (BRT) system that its designers expect will have a significant mitigating impact.

Railroad plans are central to the country’s development strategy, as a massive boost in capacity is required to preserve and extend the mining boom under way now. The country’s parliament, the Great Khural, formed a new government corporation to address the needs in 2008, and made clear its railway policy in 2010. There has been little progress in...

The sultanate’s development plans include a much-expanded role for air transport, with the aviation sector expected to see increased investment in the years ahead. This upgrade should also transform the entire pattern of logistics in the country, while stimulating regional development and trade. The national carrier is also set to see growth. “...

Dominating both the Governorate of Dhofar – where it is the largest employer – and the regional transhipment trade, the Port of Salalah has become a strong link in developing Oman’s maritime transportation.