Qatar Transport Sector Research Highlights

Interview

Sheikh Abdulla bin Fahad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, Group Managing Director and Board Member, GWC: Interview
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Interview: Sheikh Abdulla bin Fahad bin Jassim bin Jaber Al Thani, Group Managing Director and Board Member, GWC, on how recent developments are shaping the logistics industry What lessons has the logistics sector learned from recent global disruptions, and how can the industry build greater resilience in its supply chains? SHEIKH ABDULLA BIN FAHAD BIN JASSIM BIN JABER AL THANI: The Covid-19 pandemic…

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Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, CEO and Managing Director, Qatar Rail; and Minister of Environment and Climate Change: Interview
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Interview: Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, CEO and Managing Director, Qatar Rail; and Minister of Environment and Climate Change, on fostering sustainable development across the Gulf How is Qatar’s investment in transport infrastructure enhancing connectivity across the GCC region? ABDULLA BIN ABDULAZIZ BIN TURKI AL SUBAIE: This investment strengthens connectivity across the GCC through…

Analysis

Key drivers boost Qatar’s transport sector competitiveness
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Substantial public investment in logistics infrastructure over the past decade has helped establish a robust business environment that facilitates access for foreign companies. The government has prioritised spending in the sector to stimulate increased financing from private firms in the coming years. The development of high-tech logistics centres – including Hamad International Airport (HIA), Hamad…

Analysis

Qatar adopts smart mobility solutions for sustainable urban transport
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The GCC’s population has more than doubled over the past 25 years, growing from 26.2m in 1995 to 56.4m in 2021, outpacing the global growth rate of 30%. Urbanisation has also accelerated across the region, driven by rapid economic development, migration and the concentration of economic activities in urban centres. By 2015 the GCC led Arab countries as the most urbanised subregion, with an urbanisation…

Analysis

Qatar embraces cleaner fuels and emerging technologies for greener transport
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With fossil fuels still powering roughly 99% of global shipping, the sector is seeking to reduce emissions through cleaner fuel sources – including methanol, ammonia and wind – that could soon see increased use. Increased Investment In August 2022 Breakthrough Energy Ventures, a coalition of private investors founded by US tech entrepreneur Bill Gates, helped Danish start-up Blue World Technologies…

Overview

Qatar upgrades transport infrastructure to boost global connectivity
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Ongoing investment in Qatar’s transport sector has transformed mobility across the country over the past decade. Backed by long-term strategic planning, the government has focused on developing a comprehensive, multi-modal network that enhances connectivity. In the lead up to the 2022 FIFA World Cup, significant resources were channelled into expanding transport infrastructure to accommodate the…

Chapter

The Report: Qatar 2025: Transport
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Country Report

The Report: Qatar 2025
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Qatar is channeling its hydrocarbons wealth into long-term economic transformation, with diversification accelerating after the FIFA 2022 World Cup. In 2024 non-oil sectors accounted for over 60% of GDP, led by tourism, logistics and financial services. Strong fiscal buffers, a US dollar peg and prudent management of the $475bn Qatar Investment Authority support macroeconomic stability. Reforms in

Interview

Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie, Managing Director and CEO, Qatar Rail; and Minister of Environment and Climate Change: Interview
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Interview:Abdulla bin Abdulaziz bin Turki Al Subaie How can the public and private sectors boost their contributions to rail infrastructure development? ABDULLA BIN ABDULAZIZ BIN TURKI AL SUBAIE: Railways typically rely on government funding due to their significant financial impact. However, a recent initiative aims to attract private sector participation in financing infrastructure projects,…

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Ranjeev Menon, Group CEO, Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC): Interview
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Interview:Ranjeev Menon What challenges are impacting the logistics sector, and how are industry players addressing them? RANJEEV MENON: The logistics sector continues to grapple with supply chain volatility due to aftershocks from the Covid-19 pandemic, geopolitical tensions and trade disputes. Rising fuel prices and transport costs continue to strain profit margins, especially for road freight…

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