Muscat – Khazaen Dry Port, a subsidiary of Asyad Group, has joined the global shipping network CMA CGM, enabling it to serve as an approved final destination for receiving containers. This development strengthens the port’s integration with international shipping lines and offers broader opportunities for local importers and exporters to benefit from a more efficient and flexible global distribution network.

The dry port recently received its first container shipment under this global network, arriving from international ports via Sohar Port as a transit hub. Customs clearance and handling procedures were completed directly at Khazaen Dry Port, thanks to its advanced operational readiness and state-of-the-art technical infrastructure.

Khazaen Dry Port offers a range of operational advantages that support both local and international trade, including free storage periods of up to 14 days for loaded containers and 21 days for empty containers. It also provides specialised services for refrigerated containers, such as electrical hookup and pre-trip inspection, along with on-site food and agricultural inspection facilities – accelerating the entry of goods into local markets and enhancing supply chain efficiency.

This milestone reflects the success of a strategic partnership between Asyad Group – represented by Asyad Ports and Free Zones – and the CMA CGM Group. The service was activated through a flexible customs corridor developed in collaboration with the Royal Oman Police (ROP) Customs Department.

This corridor allows containers to be transported using a ‘shipping agent’s seal’ in place of traditional customs sealing procedures, with the option of a written financial guarantee as an alternative to bank guarantees. This reduces costs for operators, promotes direct connectivity, and improves logistical efficiency.