Sharjah-Oman corridor handles AED1.7bn in cargo

The Sharjah-Oman logistics corridor handled cargo worth AED1.7 billion in its first three months, with more than 34,000 truck movements and over 32,000 customs declarations. Cargo value was up 66.26% from the same period last year, according to the Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority.

Launched on May 17, the corridor links Sharjah’s ports and logistics hubs with Oman through the Khatmat Malaha and Al Madam border crossings. It connects with Sohar, Duqm and Salalah ports, giving businesses more routes to move goods between the UAE and Oman.

The sea-land network is designed to shorten cargo journeys, reduce handling stages and simplify customs procedures. This can help importers, exporters and logistics companies manage shipments more efficiently and reduce the time involved in moving goods across the border.

More than 200 new importer codes were registered during the first three months. Cargo handled included equipment, vehicles, food and agricultural products, building materials and spare parts. Markets served included the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Africa and Asia.

Mohammed Ibrahim Al Raisi, Director of Border Crossings and Entry Points Affairs, said  the project’s true value is measured not only by traffic volumes, but also by the new options it provides to the business community, the greater efficiency it brings to cargo movement, and the stronger integration it creates between ports, border crossings and markets.