By: The peninsula

Qatar's logistics sector is cementing its role as a fundamental pillar of economic growth, driven by rising trade volumes, expanding transshipment activity, and world-class port infrastructure. At the heart of this expansion is Hamad Port, which has been ranked among the highest-performing container ports globally in the 2024 Container Port Performance Index (CPPI) published by the World Bank and S&P Global.

Recent figures from Mwani Qatar highlight the port’s growing importance, with transshipment accounting for nearly 50% of total volumes handled between January and November 2025. This shift underscores Hamad Port’s evolution from a national gateway into a regional logistics platform and redistribution center.

Logistics analyst Uwais Rahman noted that the port’s operational efficiency, advanced connectivity, and capacity are enabling Qatar to capture higher-value logistics activities. “Its efficiency, connectivity and capacity allow Qatar to capture higher-value activities such as transshipment, re-exports and integrated logistics services,” he said.

The port’s strong performance is attracting more shipping lines and fostering a positive cycle of trade, investment, and job creation. This growth aligns with Qatar’s national strategy to diversify its economy beyond hydrocarbons, supporting sectors such as manufacturing, food security, construction, and e-commerce while enhancing supply chain resilience.

As transshipment volumes continue to rise and Hamad Port maintains its top-tier global ranking, the logistics sector is poised to play an even larger role in driving Qatar’s economic competitiveness and regional integration in the years ahead.