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Hi Dubai
18-04-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
DP World Unveils Eco-Friendly Vessel at Jebel Ali Port
DP World has officially welcomed the latest addition to its Marine Services fleet, the DP World Jebel Ali, marking its maiden call at its namesake, Jebel Ali Port. The DP World Jebel Ali is a Sapphire 5300 compact gearless container vessel, equipped with advanced maritime technologies aimed at improving cargo handling efficiency, reducing operational costs, and supporting a more sustainable shipping industry. Its compact design allows greater manoeuvrability, making it ideal for accessing smaller ports and inland terminals — a move that opens up new opportunities for expanding regional and global supply chains. To commemorate the vessel's inaugural call, senior executives from DP World and Unifeeder hosted a special reception at Jebel Ali Port, highlighting the port's continued importance in facilitating global trade. The vessel will be deployed on Unifeeder's Asian Gulf ISC Service (AGI), further boosting the network's connectivity. Designed with sustainability in mind, the DP World Jebel Ali is expected to save approximately 1,700 metric tonnes of bunker fuel annually, resulting in a 15–20% reduction in carbon emissions on its designated routes. Ganesh Raj, Global Chief Operating Officer of Marine Services at DP World, noted, 'The addition of the DP World Jebel Ali to our fleet strengthens our commitment to providing agile, efficient services that deliver value to our customers. This state-of-the-art vessel will help reduce our environmental impact while enhancing our network, which plays a critical role in regional and global supply chains.' News Source: Emirates News Agency
Arab Times
10-03-2025
- Sport
- Arab Times
Al-Qadsiya eyes the West Asia title as it faces Jeddah Union in the semifinals
KUWAIT CITY, March 10: Al-Qadsiya Club is set for a high-stakes showdown tonight against Saudi Arabia's Jeddah Union in the semi-finals of the Asian Basketball League Championship for West Asia (Gulf region). The match will tip off at 10:00 pm at the Kuwaiti Basketball Federation Hall in Sheikh Saad Al-Abdullah Complex. The semi-final series follows a best-of-three playoff format, where the first team to win two games advances. The second leg will take place in Saudi Arabia on March 18, while a decisive third match, if needed, is scheduled for March 25. Both teams are familiar foes, having met twice in the group stage, with Al-Qadsiya emerging victorious on both occasions (82-62 and 91-83). This gives Al-Qadsiya a psychological edge heading into the semi-finals. American coach Anthony Stebbing aims to secure a third consecutive win against Jeddah Union, propelling Al-Qadsiya toward the Asian Gulf title. The team has shown remarkable progress in recent weeks, leading the domestic league standings, thanks to strong team chemistry, high morale, and Stebbing's tactical expertise. Meanwhile, two matches will be played in the second division of the merged Basketball League at Union Hall: Al-Tadamon (10 points) vs. Al-Yarmouk (11 points) – 8:45 pm Al-Sulaibikhat (12 points) vs. Title holder Kuwait (17 points) – 11:00 pm Al-Qadsiya fans will be hoping their team continues its dominance as the journey toward the championship intensifies.
