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Gulftainer UAE Khorfakkan Container Terminal

Our Facilities and Services

Stevedoring

Cargo storage

Container storage

Customs clearance

Intra-port cargo forwarding

Port agent services

Infrastructure and Equipment

Total quay length -1,880 m

Number of berths - 6

Panamax cranes - 6

Super-post panamax cranes - 4

Megamax cranes - 10

Mobile harbour cranes - 2

Container yard stacking area - 200,000 sq m

Full complement of yard equipment

Maximum Size/Type of Vessel - 400 m

Draft - 16.5 m

Reefer plugs - 500

TEU capacity - 45,000

Warehouses - 35

Cargo Handled

General containers

Reefer containers

Automobile

General cargo

Trailers/Truck-Trailers

Project cargo

Dangerous cargo

Quality, Health, Safety

At Gulftainer, we have a corporate social responsibility (CSR) and provide the highest possible standards of health and safety. Having achieved full ISO certification, our policies include:

Manufacturers guidelines are followed and maintenance is scheduled on a regular basis

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Ensuring staff wear the correct attire on-site including helmets, safety shoes and fluorescent vests

Laws: Ensuring all local, national and international laws are respected

Behaviour enforcing: Zero tolerance of employee behaviour that may result in injury

Licences: Ensuring staff have the relevant valid licences for the machinery they are trained for and operating, in line with local regulations

Gulftainer Group

P.O. Box 225, Sharjah

United Arab Emirates

T +971 6 572 4201

T +971 6 572 4202

F +971 6 572 4211

E info@gulftainer.com

www.gulftainer.com

Khorfakkan Container Terminal

P.O. Box 10326

Khorfakkan United Arab Emirates

T +971 9 2385605

F +971 9 2387212,

F +971 9 2383971

E tm.kct@gulftainer.com

When Strategic Location Partners with Best-In-Class Efficiency

Gulftainer in UAE

Founded in 1976 to manage and operate two ports in the Emirate of Sharjah, Gulftainer is now the largest private independent container terminal operator in the world, with a strong global presence and business interests in East Europe, South America, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean.

We believe in the power of partnerships and have developed strong ties with global shipping lines that value high productivity and service flexibility. Best-in-class port operations wouldn’t be complete without a world-class third-party logistics provider. And that’s why we launched Momentum in 2008 to deliver cost-effective supply chain solutions from transportation and freight forwarding to warehousing and logistics cities. After more than 35 years, we have grown from strength to strength to become a globally competitive port operator and third party logistics provider.

Our flagship port is the Khorfakkan Container Terminal (KCT), which has the distinction of being the fastest terminal in the world. It is also the only full-fledged operational container terminal within the UAE that is located outside the Strait of Hormuz. Due to its unique geographical location, KCT has been one of the most important transshipment hubs for the Arabian Gulf, the Indian Sub-continent, the Gulf of Oman and the East African markets.

KCT serves as a cost-effective and time-saving option for mega-containerships, which save valuable transit time with a quick turnaround to continue their onward journey. The terminal also provides a valuable gateway for local container imports into the UAE. Any container imported into the country through KCT reaches the consignee’s warehouse at least 4-5 days earlier, as compared to any another container terminal within the UAE. This efficient service allows importers and exporters to maintain a lean and just-in-time supply chain management strategy.

Partnering Supply Chains with Outstanding Service

What We Offer

Khorfakkan Container Terminal is just a 5-hr deviation from the main shipping lane into the Gulf, with unmatched benefits in terms of turnaround and savings, compared to other hubs. It is also easier for transshipment to the Gulf from here, helping global supply chains maintain their schedule and deliver more for customers.

Key Benefits of Partnering with KCT

Shipping companies have named Gulftainer as the fastest terminal operator in the world

Convenient transshipment connection outside the Strait of Hormuz

Faster connections to the Gulf, India, Pakistan, East Africa and Red Sea

40+ moves/hr/crane on average

Regularly topping 250 moves/hr/vessel

Saves time, thanks to faster turnaround for vessels and equipment

Direct inland access to major UAE industrial areas through Sharjah ICD and Sajaa Logistics City

Competitive THC

Saves steaming time and costs compared to going into the Gulf

Cheaper marine charges, insurance savings

Own container cleaning and repair facilities

Customs, health and inspection formalities on site

Direct berth access, flexible berthing

Vast yard and terminal space

Trained staff, experienced management, first-class security

State-of-the-art port management system

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Gulftainer UAE Khorfakkan Container Terminal

Our Facilities and Services

Stevedoring

Cargo storage

Container storage

Customs clearance

Intra-port cargo forwarding

Port agent services

Infrastructure and Equipment

Total quay length -1,880 m

Number of berths - 6

Panamax cranes - 6

Super-post panamax cranes - 4

Megamax cranes - 10

Mobile harbour cranes - 2

Container yard stacking area - 200,000 sq m

Full complement of yard equipment

Maximum Size/Type of Vessel - 400 m

Draft - 16.5 m

Reefer plugs - 500

TEU capacity - 45,000

Warehouses - 35

Cargo Handled

General containers

Reefer containers

Automobile

General cargo

Trailers/Truck-Trailers

Project cargo

Dangerous cargo

Quality, Health, Safety

At Gulftainer, we have a corporate social responsibility (CSR) and provide the highest possible standards of health and safety. Having achieved full ISO certification, our policies include:

Manufacturers guidelines are followed and maintenance is scheduled on a regular basis

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Ensuring staff wear the correct attire on-site including helmets, safety shoes and fluorescent vests

Laws: Ensuring all local, national and international laws are respected

Behaviour enforcing: Zero tolerance of employee behaviour that may result in injury

Licences: Ensuring staff have the relevant valid licences for the machinery they are trained for and operating, in line with local regulations

Gulftainer Group

P.O. Box 225, Sharjah

United Arab Emirates

T +971 6 572 4201

T +971 6 572 4202

F +971 6 572 4211

E info@gulftainer.com

www.gulftainer.com

Khorfakkan Container Terminal

P.O. Box 10326

Khorfakkan United Arab Emirates

T +971 9 2385605

F +971 9 2387212,

F +971 9 2383971

E tm.kct@gulftainer.com

When Strategic Location Partners with Best-In-Class Efficiency

Gulftainer in UAE

Founded in 1976 to manage and operate two ports in the Emirate of Sharjah, Gulftainer is now the largest private independent container terminal operator in the world, with a strong global presence and business interests in East Europe, South America, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean.

We believe in the power of partnerships and have developed strong ties with global shipping lines that value high productivity and service flexibility. Best-in-class port operations wouldn’t be complete without a world-class third-party logistics provider. And that’s why we launched Momentum in 2008 to deliver cost-effective supply chain solutions from transportation and freight forwarding to warehousing and logistics cities. After more than 35 years, we have grown from strength to strength to become a globally competitive port operator and third party logistics provider.

Our flagship port is the Khorfakkan Container Terminal (KCT), which has the distinction of being the fastest terminal in the world. It is also the only full-fledged operational container terminal within the UAE that is located outside the Strait of Hormuz. Due to its unique geographical location, KCT has been one of the most important transshipment hubs for the Arabian Gulf, the Indian Sub-continent, the Gulf of Oman and the East African markets.

KCT serves as a cost-effective and time-saving option for mega-containerships, which save valuable transit time with a quick turnaround to continue their onward journey. The terminal also provides a valuable gateway for local container imports into the UAE. Any container imported into the country through KCT reaches the consignee’s warehouse at least 4-5 days earlier, as compared to any another container terminal within the UAE. This efficient service allows importers and exporters to maintain a lean and just-in-time supply chain management strategy.

Partnering Supply Chains with Outstanding Service

What We Offer

Khorfakkan Container Terminal is just a 5-hr deviation from the main shipping lane into the Gulf, with unmatched benefits in terms of turnaround and savings, compared to other hubs. It is also easier for transshipment to the Gulf from here, helping global supply chains maintain their schedule and deliver more for customers.

Key Benefits of Partnering with KCT

Shipping companies have named Gulftainer as the fastest terminal operator in the world

Convenient transshipment connection outside the Strait of Hormuz

Faster connections to the Gulf, India, Pakistan, East Africa and Red Sea

40+ moves/hr/crane on average

Regularly topping 250 moves/hr/vessel

Saves time, thanks to faster turnaround for vessels and equipment

Direct inland access to major UAE industrial areas through Sharjah ICD and Sajaa Logistics City

Competitive THC

Saves steaming time and costs compared to going into the Gulf

Cheaper marine charges, insurance savings

Own container cleaning and repair facilities

Customs, health and inspection formalities on site

Direct berth access, flexible berthing

Vast yard and terminal space

Trained staff, experienced management, first-class security

State-of-the-art port management system

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Gulftainer UAE Khorfakkan Container Terminal

Our Facilities and Services

Stevedoring

Cargo storage

Container storage

Customs clearance

Intra-port cargo forwarding

Port agent services

Infrastructure and Equipment

Total quay length -1,880 m

Number of berths - 6

Panamax cranes - 6

Super-post panamax cranes - 4

Megamax cranes - 10

Mobile harbour cranes - 2

Container yard stacking area - 200,000 sq m

Full complement of yard equipment

Maximum Size/Type of Vessel - 400 m

Draft - 16.5 m

Reefer plugs - 500

TEU capacity - 45,000

Warehouses - 35

Cargo Handled

General containers

Reefer containers

Automobile

General cargo

Trailers/Truck-Trailers

Project cargo

Dangerous cargo

Quality, Health, Safety

At Gulftainer, we have a corporate social responsibility (CSR) and provide the highest possible standards of health and safety. Having achieved full ISO certification, our policies include:

Manufacturers guidelines are followed and maintenance is scheduled on a regular basis

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Ensuring staff wear the correct attire on-site including helmets, safety shoes and fluorescent vests

Laws: Ensuring all local, national and international laws are respected

Behaviour enforcing: Zero tolerance of employee behaviour that may result in injury

Licences: Ensuring staff have the relevant valid licences for the machinery they are trained for and operating, in line with local regulations

Gulftainer Group

P.O. Box 225, Sharjah

United Arab Emirates

T +971 6 572 4201

T +971 6 572 4202

F +971 6 572 4211

E info@gulftainer.com

www.gulftainer.com

Khorfakkan Container Terminal

P.O. Box 10326

Khorfakkan United Arab Emirates

T +971 9 2385605

F +971 9 2387212,

F +971 9 2383971

E tm.kct@gulftainer.com

When Strategic Location Partners with Best-In-Class Efficiency

Gulftainer in UAE

Founded in 1976 to manage and operate two ports in the Emirate of Sharjah, Gulftainer is now the largest private independent container terminal operator in the world, with a strong global presence and business interests in East Europe, South America, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean.

We believe in the power of partnerships and have developed strong ties with global shipping lines that value high productivity and service flexibility. Best-in-class port operations wouldn’t be complete without a world-class third-party logistics provider. And that’s why we launched Momentum in 2008 to deliver cost-effective supply chain solutions from transportation and freight forwarding to warehousing and logistics cities. After more than 35 years, we have grown from strength to strength to become a globally competitive port operator and third party logistics provider.

Our flagship port is the Khorfakkan Container Terminal (KCT), which has the distinction of being the fastest terminal in the world. It is also the only full-fledged operational container terminal within the UAE that is located outside the Strait of Hormuz. Due to its unique geographical location, KCT has been one of the most important transshipment hubs for the Arabian Gulf, the Indian Sub-continent, the Gulf of Oman and the East African markets.

KCT serves as a cost-effective and time-saving option for mega-containerships, which save valuable transit time with a quick turnaround to continue their onward journey. The terminal also provides a valuable gateway for local container imports into the UAE. Any container imported into the country through KCT reaches the consignee’s warehouse at least 4-5 days earlier, as compared to any another container terminal within the UAE. This efficient service allows importers and exporters to maintain a lean and just-in-time supply chain management strategy.

Partnering Supply Chains with Outstanding Service

What We Offer

Khorfakkan Container Terminal is just a 5-hr deviation from the main shipping lane into the Gulf, with unmatched benefits in terms of turnaround and savings, compared to other hubs. It is also easier for transshipment to the Gulf from here, helping global supply chains maintain their schedule and deliver more for customers.

Key Benefits of Partnering with KCT

Shipping companies have named Gulftainer as the fastest terminal operator in the world

Convenient transshipment connection outside the Strait of Hormuz

Faster connections to the Gulf, India, Pakistan, East Africa and Red Sea

40+ moves/hr/crane on average

Regularly topping 250 moves/hr/vessel

Saves time, thanks to faster turnaround for vessels and equipment

Direct inland access to major UAE industrial areas through Sharjah ICD and Sajaa Logistics City

Competitive THC

Saves steaming time and costs compared to going into the Gulf

Cheaper marine charges, insurance savings

Own container cleaning and repair facilities

Customs, health and inspection formalities on site

Direct berth access, flexible berthing

Vast yard and terminal space

Trained staff, experienced management, first-class security

State-of-the-art port management system

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Gulftainer UAE Khorfakkan Container Terminal

Our Facilities and Services

Stevedoring

Cargo storage

Container storage

Customs clearance

Intra-port cargo forwarding

Port agent services

Infrastructure and Equipment

Total quay length -1,880 m

Number of berths - 6

Panamax cranes - 6

Super-post panamax cranes - 4

Megamax cranes - 10

Mobile harbour cranes - 2

Container yard stacking area - 200,000 sq m

Full complement of yard equipment

Maximum Size/Type of Vessel - 400 m

Draft - 16.5 m

Reefer plugs - 500

TEU capacity - 45,000

Warehouses - 35

Cargo Handled

General containers

Reefer containers

Automobile

General cargo

Trailers/Truck-Trailers

Project cargo

Dangerous cargo

Quality, Health, Safety

At Gulftainer, we have a corporate social responsibility (CSR) and provide the highest possible standards of health and safety. Having achieved full ISO certification, our policies include:

Manufacturers guidelines are followed and maintenance is scheduled on a regular basis

Personal Protection Equipment (PPE): Ensuring staff wear the correct attire on-site including helmets, safety shoes and fluorescent vests

Laws: Ensuring all local, national and international laws are respected

Behaviour enforcing: Zero tolerance of employee behaviour that may result in injury

Licences: Ensuring staff have the relevant valid licences for the machinery they are trained for and operating, in line with local regulations

Gulftainer Group

P.O. Box 225, Sharjah

United Arab Emirates

T +971 6 572 4201

T +971 6 572 4202

F +971 6 572 4211

E info@gulftainer.com

www.gulftainer.com

Khorfakkan Container Terminal

P.O. Box 10326

Khorfakkan United Arab Emirates

T +971 9 2385605

F +971 9 2387212,

F +971 9 2383971

E tm.kct@gulftainer.com

When Strategic Location Partners with Best-In-Class Efficiency

Gulftainer in UAE

Founded in 1976 to manage and operate two ports in the Emirate of Sharjah, Gulftainer is now the largest private independent container terminal operator in the world, with a strong global presence and business interests in East Europe, South America, the Middle East, and the Mediterranean.

We believe in the power of partnerships and have developed strong ties with global shipping lines that value high productivity and service flexibility. Best-in-class port operations wouldn’t be complete without a world-class third-party logistics provider. And that’s why we launched Momentum in 2008 to deliver cost-effective supply chain solutions from transportation and freight forwarding to warehousing and logistics cities. After more than 35 years, we have grown from strength to strength to become a globally competitive port operator and third party logistics provider.

Our flagship port is the Khorfakkan Container Terminal (KCT), which has the distinction of being the fastest terminal in the world. It is also the only full-fledged operational container terminal within the UAE that is located outside the Strait of Hormuz. Due to its unique geographical location, KCT has been one of the most important transshipment hubs for the Arabian Gulf, the Indian Sub-continent, the Gulf of Oman and the East African markets.

KCT serves as a cost-effective and time-saving option for mega-containerships, which save valuable transit time with a quick turnaround to continue their onward journey. The terminal also provides a valuable gateway for local container imports into the UAE. Any container imported into the country through KCT reaches the consignee’s warehouse at least 4-5 days earlier, as compared to any another container terminal within the UAE. This efficient service allows importers and exporters to maintain a lean and just-in-time supply chain management strategy.

Partnering Supply Chains with Outstanding Service

What We Offer

Khorfakkan Container Terminal is just a 5-hr deviation from the main shipping lane into the Gulf, with unmatched benefits in terms of turnaround and savings, compared to other hubs. It is also easier for transshipment to the Gulf from here, helping global supply chains maintain their schedule and deliver more for customers.

Key Benefits of Partnering with KCT

Shipping companies have named Gulftainer as the fastest terminal operator in the world

Convenient transshipment connection outside the Strait of Hormuz

Faster connections to the Gulf, India, Pakistan, East Africa and Red Sea

40+ moves/hr/crane on average

Regularly topping 250 moves/hr/vessel

Saves time, thanks to faster turnaround for vessels and equipment

Direct inland access to major UAE industrial areas through Sharjah ICD and Sajaa Logistics City

Competitive THC

Saves steaming time and costs compared to going into the Gulf

Cheaper marine charges, insurance savings

Own container cleaning and repair facilities

Customs, health and inspection formalities on site

Direct berth access, flexible berthing

Vast yard and terminal space

Trained staff, experienced management, first-class security

State-of-the-art port management system

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Gulftainer Company
Limited - Ramesh Shivakumaran gave his thoughts on Gulftainer and ZPMC’s
expansions

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Limited - Ramesh Shivakumaran gave his thoughts on Gulftainer and ZPMC’s
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Sharjah-based Gulftainer is certainly one of the leading ports management and third-party logistics provider in the United Arab Emirates. One of its renowned terminals in the country is the Khorfakkan Container Terminal, now simply referred to as KCT. It is also the only fully fledged operational container terminal in the area.

For KCT’s container terminal operations, Gulftainer has placed an order of four Super Post-Panamax ships to shore gantry cranes and twelve rubber-tyred gantry cranes. The contract (supported by ZPMC’s export credit arrangement) was signed by the Senior Vice President of ZPMC and the Group Director of Business Services of Gulftainer, Ramesh Shivakumaran at ZPMC’s head office in Shanghai.

A high-level delegation from ZPMC visited Gulftainer’s facilities at KCT in March 2013. It was headed by the company’s president, Dr. Liu Jianzhong and they were impressed with the volumes and high productivity accomplished by the terminal.

According to Ramesh Shivakumaran’s review, KCT is among the fastest container terminals in the world when it comes to productivity. In 2012, the terminal’s volume also increased by more than 25 percent.

He also added that ZPMC cranes increase the speed and efficiency of the operations for vessels calling at the terminal. In 2014, the ZPMC’s gantry cranes are delivered.

ZPMC will be enthusiastic to become the preferred choice for all port crane requirements for Gulftainer’s facilities in the UAE and other foreign countries in the future. The company is also delighted to become a part of Gulftainer’s expansion in Khorfakkan Port.

Gulftainer indeed has highly dedicated professionals and Ramesh Shivakumaran proves to be one of them. He is a chartered accountant with a graduate degree in commerce from India. He is also a certified public accountant from the United States.

Moreover, he is a dynamic associate member of different associations such as the Information Systems, Audit and Control Association (ISACA) and Certified Fraud Examiners. He holds a certification from the logistics management of North West Kent College in the United Kingdom.