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Daily Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Daily Tribune
Bahrain and Qatar revive plans for landmark 40-kilometre causeway and sea link
Bahrain and Qatar are pushing ahead with plans to build a long-awaited land bridge and a maritime route linking the two Gulf neighbours, after transport ministers met in Manama to go over details and agree on next steps. The 40-kilometre causeway between Bahrain and Qatar, along with a proposed sea route, featured prominently in talks between Bahrain's Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications, His Excellency Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, and Qatari Transport Minister, H.E. Shaikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani, who arrived with a delegation on an official visit. Discussions took place at the ministry's headquarters and centred on road, rail, port and air links. The two sides also exchanged technical knowledge on transport projects and agreed to form working groups to see them through. Cooperation Shaikh Abdulla said Bahrain, under the direction of His Majesty King Hamad bin Isa Al Khalifa and the Cabinet led by His Royal Highness Prince Salman bin Hamad Al Khalifa, the Crown Prince and Prime Minister, was keen to deepen cooperation with Qatar and build on current projects through Gulfwide efforts. According to both ministers, improving physical links between the countries could ease the movement of goods, people and vehicles, while helping trade and investment flow more easily. The bridge and sea link are expected to support joint work in tourism, logistics and industry, as well as open up jobs. Schemes Both sides want the schemes to run alongside the Gulf rail network, which is being built in stages and is due to be finished by 2030. The Bahrain–Qatar plans were described as a key piece of that puzzle. The two ministers agreed on the need for better infrastructure, logistics facilities and transport links. Action They said the focus now is on putting those plans into action with proper follow-up. Shaikh Mohammed said Qatar values its ties with Bahrain and is looking to expand work across ports, transport and digital tools. He added that shared development projects would bring benefits to people across the Arabian Gulf.
Daily Tribune
14-04-2025
- Automotive
- Daily Tribune
Tracking devices for small vessels
All small vessels under 150 gross tons must now carry tracking equipment approved by the Coast Guard, following new instructions published in the Official Gazette. The change, ordered by Transportation and Telecommunications Minister, His Excellency Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, updates a 2021 ruling which laid down the conditions for registering small vessels, securing navigation permits and obtaining driving licences for captains. The new rule redefines the vessel identification device as a radio transmitter and receiver, licensed for import and sale to owners through authorised companies. Machine The machine must be fitted to all applicable vessels, except for jet skis, and send details such as name, location, path and speed to the Ministry of Interior's marine operations centre. Two types of equipment are now recognised. The first is basic and limits the boat to coastal and inshore waters, as shown on a map attached to the decision. The second, more capable version allows the boat to sail further out into Bahraini waters, again within boundaries marked on the accompanying chart. Revised rules The revised rules bar vessels from heading out without one of these devices installed and working. Setting it up, keeping it running and sticking to the permitted sailing area are now required for any vessel licence. Owners may choose which type of device to use, but once picked, they must stay within the boundaries it allows. Transferring a device to another vessel is not allowed unless the Coast Guard agrees to it. The term navigation range has also been formally defined. It refers to the distance a vessel can travel at sea based on the type of device it carries. One range is restricted to coastal and territorial waters. The other covers a wider stretch of sea around the country.
Bahrain News Gazette
14-02-2025
- Business
- Bahrain News Gazette
Derasat Chairman Engages with Singapore's Second Minister for Foreign Affairs
Manama: Dr. Shaikh Abdulla bin Ahmed Al Khalifa, the Minister of Transportation and Telecommunications and Chairman of the Board of Trustees of Derasat, engaged in discussions with Dr. Mohamad Maliki bin Osman, Singapore's Minister in the Prime Minister's Office, Second Minister for Education, and Second Minister for Foreign Affairs. According to Bahrain News Agency, Dr. Shaikh Abdullah bin Ahmed highlighted Bahrain's dedication to deepening relations with Singapore. The focus was on enhancing collaboration in research, technology, and academia to achieve mutual development objectives. The meeting addressed various aspects of political, economic, and technological cooperation, referencing existing bilateral agreements and memoranda of understanding. A significant point of discussion was Bahrain's recent accession to the Treaty of Amity and Cooperation in Southeast Asia (TAC). Both parties emphasized the need to strengthen connections among research centers, academic bodies, and diplomatic institutions. They agreed on the importance of exchanging expertise in areas such as renewable energy, tourism, training, education, healthcare, and digital transformation to benefit both nations and their citizens. Dr. Maliki noted the crucial role of research centers in bolstering strategic partnerships across investment, education, and technology sectors. He pointed out how these collaborations support the leadership of both countries in fostering peace, intercultural dialogue, and sustainable development at local, regional, and global levels.
