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APL Raffles is deployed by CMA CGM under its China India Middle East Express 1 (CIMEX1) service. It has an overall length of 398.50 metres and a width of 51 metres.

Being the largest container vessel to ever call at the Port of Sohar, it was welcomed by Hutchison Ports Sohar and Sohar Port & Freezone's management with a cordial ceremony adhering to all the safety precautions.

"At the time when the world is facing a crisis due to Covid-19 which created a major impact on the logistics industry, the call of the 17K TEU class container vessel is a significant milestone and pride for us," said Hutchison Ports Sohar CEO Anacin Kum.

{非本站网址} rates the APL Raffles at 13,892 TEU.

"We are continuing to expand our facilities and increase the number of automated equipment's to handle the largest container vessels afloat, at the time to reinforce our commitment to creating a sustainable future," said Mr Kum.

Said Sohar Port and Freezone CEO Mark Geilenkirchen: "The continued smooth operations at Hutchison Ports Sohar have brought us new lines and more connections."

With the completion of handling six million TEU, Hutchison Ports Sohar also marked its 15th year of operations in Oman in 2021.

In 2022, the company is working towards launching autonomous truck technology at the terminal. With the focus on the Oman Vision 2040, we strive to continue contributing with our investments towards the growth of Oman's logistics sector.