
EMSTEEL, a prominent steel and building materials manufacturer in the GCC region, has recently established strategic partnerships to enhance raw material transport efficiency and cross-border rail connectivity between the UAE and Oman. These collaborations aim to support the sustainable transportation of essential raw materials for EMSTEEL's cement production, aligning with the UAE's Operation 300bn strategy and Oman's Vision 2040.
One of the key agreements was signed with Hafeet Rail Infrastructure LLC, the first cross-border rail network connecting Oman and the UAE. This partnership outlines the mutual responsibilities of EMSTEEL and Hafeet Rail in ensuring the seamless transportation of limestone and red shale crucial for cement production. Mattar Al Badi, CEO of Minerals Development Oman, emphasized the cooperation's significance in strengthening regional partnerships and fostering growth in the mining and downstream industries.
EMSTEEL also formalized an agreement with Minerals Development Oman (MDO) to integrate state-of-the-art railcar unloading stations and conveyor systems for the efficient transport of raw materials from Oman to the UAE. This agreement guarantees the sourcing of industrial minerals meeting EMSTEEL's rigorous standards and supports Oman's industrial development goals.
Saeed Ghumran Al Remeithi, Group CEO of EMSTEEL, highlighted the importance of the agreement in establishing a reliable supply chain for cement production while enhancing sustainability and operational excellence. The collaboration leverages the Oman-UAE railway network developed by Hafeet Rail, promoting economic integration and environmental responsibility.
By reducing reliance on road transport, the project is expected to lower emissions significantly and contribute to sustainability objectives in both countries. The partnership, set for an initial 15-year term with a renewal option, aims to drive industrial growth and establish a more sustainable future through efficient logistics and enhanced connectivity.