Contracts for super jetty in Sohar

On 28 September, contracts worth $ 200 million for the construction of a 1380-metre long jetty, sunk 25 metres deep, in the port of Sohar were signed in the Omani capital of Muscat. The next generation of 400,000 dwt ‘Very Large Ore Carriers’ will be able to dock here. The jetty is due for completion in the first quarter of 2011. The Port of Rotterdam Authority will contribute € 25 million towards the building costs.