The new US$5 billion port being constructed in Doha, Qatar is the largest greenfield port construction project in the world, explains Colin Rudd, vice president of transportation for project consultants Cansult Maunsell Limited AECOM.
The International Propeller Club has formed a partnership with Dubai Maritime City Authority (DMCA) to encourage the regional shipping industry's development, explains Thomas Burke, the organisation's president.
With the region's ship owners searching for ways to finance their burgeoning fleets, Michael G. Alexiou, managing partner of Alexiou & Co, explains why Islamic finance can provide an ideal solution.
With the booming oil and gas industry requiring a plethora of support vessels and work boats, the market has never been stronger for Abu Dhabi Ship Building, explains vice president William Stewart.