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Borouge strengthens logistics network with UAE partnerships
One of the UAE’s leading petrochemical companies, Borouge, recently signed a series of agreements with key UAE logistics partners at Make it in the Emirates 2026. Through partnerships with Gulftainer at Khor Fakkan port, Gulftainer Shipping and Etihad Rail, Borouge says it aims to strengthen logistics resilience by expanding access to a range of different export gateways across the UAE.
These partnerships are expected to enhance logistics efficiency and port connectivity, enabling Borouge to move exports in a faster and more reliable way while supporting flexible routing across sea and rail.
Hazeem Sultan Al Suwaidi, CEO of Borouge Plc, said: “By building a flexible, multi-modal logistics network anchored in the UAE, in close collaboration with our trusted national partners, we are enhancing our ability to serve customers with greater reliability and efficiency, while expanding access to multiple export gateways. This ensures continuity of supply and solidifies our position as a reliable global supplier, while contributing to the UAE’s industrial growth through stronger local partnerships.”
The agreement with Gulftainer at Khor Fakkan port secures access to a strategically located East coast terminal, enabling Borouge to broaden its export options, diversify away from gateways it has traditionally depended on and facilitate vessel access across alternative and less congested routes.
Additionally, Gulftainer Shipping will manage Borouge’s inland volumes, coordinating inland and port operations in a seamless way. According to a statement from Borouge:” This integration improves visibility, reduces turnaround times, and enhances overall operational efficiency, while supporting higher throughput with lower cost exposure.”
Building on a long-standing collaboration with Etihad Rail, Borouge is planning the development of an integrated rail solution linking its Ruwais operations to UAE east coast ports. The rail corridor is expected to enable high-volume cargo movements to be undertaking more reliably, with more predictable transit times, while contributing additionally to lower emissions through a shift from road to rail.
Together, Borouge states, these agreements mark a significant evolution in its logistics strategy, moving away from a port-dependent model to a more diversified, multi-gateway and multi-modal network. By taking advantage of the UAE’s world-class infrastructure and deepening collaboration with national logistics champions, the company says it is setting a “new benchmark for resilience, scalability and sustainability in the petrochemical sector.”
