The corridor offers a comprehensive package of operational and customs facilitation measures
The Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority has recently Oman Customs, as part of an advanced logistics system designed to strengthen connectivity between the Emirate of Sharjah and Omani ports via land borders.
The logistics corridor is aimed at enhancing the efficiency and sustainability of regional supply chains, improving the flow of trade, and expanding logistics options available to the business community.
The corridor covers several Omani ports, led by Sohar Port due to its strategic proximity to the UAE, in addition to Duqm Port and Salalah Port. Together, they form a flexible network of logistic routes that support continuous trade flows and respond to evolving market needs.
Seamless integration
The corridor is part of Sharjah’s integrated logistics ecosystem, which is built on the complementarity of its maritime infrastructure across both the eastern and western coasts.
Seaports continue to play a significant role within this system, led by Khorfakkan Port, a key regional maritime hub and a strategic gateway that upgrades the efficiency of cargo handling and container operations.
The new corridor consolidates the integration between maritime and land transport by providing a seamless logistics extension that expands market access and elevates operational efficiency. It does not replace existing maritime routes but rather enhances system flexibility and diversifies logistics options.
Strong ties
The Sharjah Ports, Customs and Free Zones Authority said the launch of the corridor reaffirms the strong economic ties between the UAE and the Sultanate of Oman and highlights a growing level of strategic integration between the two sides, helping to further develop an integrated logistics system that keeps trade moving smoothly and efficiently.
The Authority added that the corridor is a significant step towards strengthening Sharjah’s position as a leading regional logistics hub by providing flexible options that accelerate trade flows and enable businesses to adapt to changing operational conditions.
The logistics corridor is set to play a strategic role in developing an integrated transport system based on the complementarity of different transport modes. There are also plans to expand the corridor in the future to include air freight services, further enhancing supply chain flexibility and sustainability, supporting regional economic growth, and reinforcing Sharjah’s position as a leading logistics hub in the region.
