Qatar ports see strong uptick in cargo and container handling in October

Doha: Hamad, Ruwais and Doha ports witnessed a robust growth in October 2025 after registering a sharp rise in handling of cargoes, containers and ROR...

Doha: Hamad, Ruwais and Doha ports witnessed a robust growth in October 2025 after registering a sharp rise in handling of cargoes, containers and RORO volumes compared to same period in previous year.

The general and bulk cargo handled through Qatar ports recorded a 43% increase in October 2025 compared to the same month last year. During the same period, the ports handled approximately 119,000 TEUs and over 9,500 RORO units, Mwani Qatar stated in a post on its X platform, yesterday.

The ports received 245 vessels in October this year while the container handling through the three ports stood at 119,003 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units). The general and bulk cargo, RORO, livestock, and building materials during the same period accounted for 216,466 tonnes, 9,566 units, 7,682 heads, and 11,362 tonnes respectively.

The Hamad Port continues to expand its global footprint through a network of shipping lines linking it with over 100 ports worldwide. This ever-growing network offers importers, exporters, and shipping agents direct, reliable, and highly efficient services, ensuring faster and more cost-effective cargo movement.

Through the continuous expansion of its maritime connections and operational excellence, the port strengthens Qatar’s position as a leading trade and logistics hub in the region.