UAE ranks among top 35 countries with largest global maritime fleets.
The UAE continues to solidify its position as a global maritime powerhouse, ranking among the top 35 countries worldwide for the largest shipping fleets by tonnage and capacity, according to the 2024 UNCTAD report. Alongside the UAE, Arab nations such as Saudi Arabia, Oman, and Qatar also made the prestigious list, reflecting the region's growing influence in global trade and logistics. This achievement underscores the UAE's strategic maritime investments and its pivotal role in connecting international markets. A testament to this regional prowess is the performance of Gulf container ports. GCC-Stat reported that 10 Gulf ports ranked among the 70 most efficient globally in 2024, out of a staggering 405 ports worldwide. The Gulf commercial fleet also accounted for 54.2% of the total Arab commercial fleet in 2023, showcasing the area's dominance in regional maritime trade. Additionally, most GCC countries exceeded the Arab average in the Liner Shipping Connectivi...