Transport & Logistics
From The Report: Kuwait 2019
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Kuwait is currently undergoing a major revamp of its transport and logistics networks, which are set to see a transformation. New roads, railways, airports and ports are either already being built or are in the pipeline, as part of the ambitious aim to re-establish Kuwait’s historical role as a regional centre for the sector. Meanwhile, the country is keen to attract foreign investment and participation in this revitalisation, with the government working hard to encourage partnerships and reduce obstacles to investment. Though challenges remain within uncertain global economic conditions, Kuwait is well positioned to take greater advantage of its strategic location within international and regional transport and logistics networks. This chapter contains interviews with Kamil Al Awadhi, CEO, Kuwait Airways; and Saud Al Naki, Vice-Chairman, Public Authority for Roads and Transportation.

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Overview

Wider network: Large-scale infrastructure projects are in the pipeline as the country aims to become a regional centre for transportation
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Kuwait is undergoing a major revamp of its transport and logistics networks, which are set to transform local and international connectivity in the lead-up to 2020. New roads, railways, airports and ports are either already being built or are in the pipeline, as part of the ambitious aim to re-establish Kuwait’s historical role as a regional centre for the sector. The country is keen to attract foreign investment and participation in this revitalisation, with the government working hard…

Interview

Depth and breadth: Kamil Al Awadhi, CEO, Kuwait Airways, on expansion strategies and leveraging human capital
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Interview:Kamil Al Awadhi What priority routes are being considered as part of the airline’s ongoing expansion, and what is the rationale behind this expanding network? KAMIL AL AWADHI: Our transformation has been centred on increasing the size of our fleet in a very short period and phasing out all our old and leased aircraft. This has led to us having one of the youngest fleets in the region, with most aircraft being between two and three years old, which is a major investment for any…

Interview

Coming down the pike: Saud Al Naki, Vice-Chairman, Public Authority for Roads and Transportation (PART), on near-term expansion plans
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Interview:Saud Al Naki What long-term role can a railway system play in the development of Kuwait’s land transport network? SAUD AL NAKI: A significantly delayed project is the construction of a railway network to connect Kuwait to its GCC neighbours via Saudi Arabia. Plans have been under way for years. The project will require a number of feasibility studies, the qualification of contractors and a large budget. The Kuwait Authority for Partnership Projects is supervising the tendering…

Analysis

From the ground up: Major seaport project boosts connectivity and strengthens partnerships
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Kuwait has historically been an important location for regional trade, although in recent years the country has seen more conflict than trade with its neighbours. However, relations are beginning to improve, which has had major implications for transport and logistics. Kuwait is planning to construct a new urban centre, Madinat Al Hareer – or Silk City – near the coast of Iraq, which it hopes will be a further boost to the country’s regional and global connectivity. The 250-sq-km city…

Overview

Ticket to ride: A combination of large-scale infrastructure investment and vehicle-sharing platforms are boosting urban mobility
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Across the globe the urban transportation sector is experiencing rapid expansion, driven by economic growth and a global demographic shift towards urbanisation. Politicians, urban planners and private sector actors are working together to find new solutions for reducing congestion and increasing the speed and efficiency of urban transport. However, unless proactive steps are taken to plan and invest in well-executed infrastructure, urban mobility can deteriorate. Challenges & Potential Urban mobility has become a critical quality-of-life issue worldwide, due to rising migration to urban centres and the emergence of mega-cities. According…