Fujairah Crown Prince To Reveal Plans For Sustainable Development

Fujairah has grown to become a major global hub for maritime transport and tourism.

"I would like to reiterate that we are taking rapid steps towards sustainable development projects," said the Crown Prince.

Under the directives of His Highness Sheikh Hamad bin Mohammed Al Sharqi, Supreme Council Member and Ruler of Fujairah, he said the emirate is making great strides in most aspects of life.

He pointed out that Fujairah has an advanced position in providing logistical support in the region.

Fujairah Port is ranked first in the Middle East and third globally in supplying fuel. Dh6 billion will be spent to transform Fujairah Port."

He spoke about the plans to increase the number of piers in the port and the storage capacity. "We have the Fujairah Oil Industry Zone, which attracts major global oil companies," he said.

He also stated that efforts are being made to increase the oil storage capacity. ADNOC has been building the world’s largest underground oil storage facility in Fujairah with the aim of adding 42 million barrels of storage.

"Apart from having an advanced petrochemical sector, he pointed out that Fujairah also exports mining products worth billions of dirhams." "Our rocks and minerals can be used in various industries," according to the report.

Reports added that the Crown Prince said the emirate is encouraging local companies to boost the local economy. Based on our 2040 comprehensive plan, transportation and infrastructure have become the most important sectors of growth. The national project of Etihad Rail connecting Fujairah will be a quantum leap in the transportation sector, he said.

"Nature has blessed us, and the diversity in architecture has become a point of attraction." "We are expecting the tourism sector to witness continuous growth."

Pointing out that the Ruler has established various projects to provide a dignified life to the residents, the Crown Prince said the emirate believes that the "road map for building cities will never be complete without building our people."

Commenting on seizing the opportunity, he said, "It is important for individuals to evolve and seize opportunities." The emirate has several projects to support cognitive development and cultural heritage.

"Today’s citizens are the grandchildren of the citizens who lived in the desert." We lived through hardships and transformed with hope. "Our ambitions are boundless," he concluded.