A view of Hamad Port
Doha: Hamad Port recorded many internal and external achievements during the year 2021. The first and second phases of the project to develop the second container terminal in the port were completed. The initial operation, which began in December 2020, provided that the full operation of the two phases will be completed before the end of 2022. The third and fourth phases of the terminal will also be developed later to increase the port’s capacity per the requirements of the local market.
The volume of operations at Hamad Port witnessed an increase of 14 percent, from 1,136,450 in 2020 to 1,291,235 in 2021. Qatar Civil Aviation Authority (QCAA) continues to work on implementing its plans and reaching its goals, the most prominent of which was winning the membership of the Executive Council of the Arab Civil Aviation Organization. It also signed the comprehensive air transport agreement with the EU, updated the terms of several air services agreements, and signed new memoranda and agreements with other countries, which enhances the national carrier’s network, given that it is the fastest-growing airline in the world.
As 2022 approaches, Qatar looks forward to continuing the momentum of achievements, implementing big projects in various sectors, facing various challenges with a deliberate approach, and overcoming and investing them for further achievement. This is in continuation of achieving its goal of building a modern country with a sustainable economy and providing the highest welfare standards for its citizens and residents.
In recent years, the public transport network has witnessed a quantum leap, with several achievements recorded in 2021. As part of the Qatar National Vision 2030, the public transport sector, while improving in services, is also moving towards a more sustainable model of operation.
Besides, one of the most important events that Doha will witness at the beginning of 2022 is the trial operation of the first phase of the Lusail Tram, starting from January 1.
