The Port of Salalah specialises in container transit and handles
3 million TEUs with ample spare capacity. Conventional berths are
available and underutilised. WFP vessels can have priority
berthing. Ample and adequate storage is available for the purpose
of WFP cargo. Food suppliers and food processing factories,
including a milling plant with 1500Mt/ day capacity, are also
operational in Salalah.
The Port of Sohar, located north of Muscat had a booming growth
since its opening in 2002. It is composed of three main sectors:
one for petroleum, one for industrial cargoes and steel and one for
general cargoes and containers. The port is complimented by a free
zone for industrial development.
The largest mill in Oman is located in the old Port of Muscat and has silos able to receive bulk vessels. The capacity of the mills is committed until the end of Ramadan.
Duqm Port is a gigantic project under construction; it is highly strategic given its location in the Arabian Sea. Duqm City and the Port will be a free zone complimented with industrial parks and all amenities. The project presents WFP with an opportunity to engage during the planning for humanitarian needs.