Wedoany.com Report-Nov. 6, AD Ports Group has joined forces with Nimex Terminals through two long-term agreements to establish Khalifa Port as a primary center for low-carbon energy and petrochemical logistics.

The partnerships will create the UAE’s first private-sector terminals dedicated to Liquefied Natural Gas (LNG) and Liquefied Petroleum Gas (LPG), designed to accommodate large long-distance gas carriers.

These developments will significantly boost Khalifa Port’s handling capacity to address rising global energy trade needs and align with the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 objectives.

Valued at over AED 30 billion ($8 billion), the agreements draw on projected revenue streams spanning 50 years from both terminal operations.

Khalifa Port, placed 39th in the Lloyd’s List Top 100 Ports for 2025, will introduce facilities to supply vessels with LNG and LPG, fuels experiencing rapid adoption in maritime transport.

Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO of AD Ports Group, said: “These agreements mark a transformative milestone for Khalifa Port and the UAE energy sector. Through our partnership with Nimex Terminals, we are equipping one of the world’s fastest-growing ports with low-emission fuel infrastructure, advancing sustainability in the global shipping industry. Guided by the UAE leadership, AD Ports Group remains committed to investments that deliver long-term value for our industry, our Group, and the people of Abu Dhabi and the UAE.”

Azmat Mahmood, Executive Chairman of Nimex Terminals, said: “These LNG and LPG investments will enhance the port’s competitiveness while driving sustainable economic growth through advanced, low-emission fuel technologies.”

The terminals will capitalize on Khalifa Port’s modern maritime facilities, comprehensive sea-land-air-rail connectivity, and direct access to Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (KEZAD).

Located strategically between Asia, Africa, Europe, and the Middle East, the port facilitates efficient trade routes and streamlined supply chains.

AD Ports Group will allocate up to AED 1.3 billion ($354 million) for foundational works, including dredging and jetty construction. Nimex Terminals will contribute up to AED 2.6 billion ($700 million) for storage tanks, regasification units, pipelines, loading systems, flare stacks, and safety infrastructure.

Construction will proceed in phases over five years. The LNG terminal, occupying 130,000 square meters, will offer 400,000 cubic meters of cryogenic storage, while the LPG facility, covering 90,000 square meters, will provide 280,000 cubic meters.

Both terminals will support import, export, and transshipment activities, primarily serving expanding energy requirements in Asia.

Operations are scheduled to begin by mid-2028, reaching full capacity in 2031 for LNG and 2033 for LPG.

This staged rollout enables early market participation while accommodating sustained growth in global gas trade.

The initiatives are projected to attract foreign investment, generate skilled employment, and stimulate related industries such as shipping, logistics, and energy services.

Last month, AD Ports Group entered a strategic cooperation agreement with the United Nations Development Programme (UNDP) focused on digital trade solutions.

These developments reinforce Khalifa Port’s role as a forward-looking energy logistics hub, combining scale, technology, and location to meet future demand for cleaner marine fuels while contributing to economic diversification and environmental goals.