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UAE Car Imports Through Khalifa Port: RoRo or Container?

Created on 8 November, 2026 Updated on 8 November, 2026 • Ports & Terminals

Compare RoRo and container shipping for UAE car imports through Khalifa Port, from vehicle acceptance to delivery quotes.

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Marine War Risk Insurance 2026: Red Sea and Strait of Hormuz Costs

Created on 31 October, 2026 Updated on 31 October, 2026 • Shipowners & Ship Management

Compare dated 2026 Hormuz war-risk insurance benchmarks, Red Sea coverage limits and quotation checks for UAE and GCC shipowners.

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Smarter Shipping Decisions: How WT Free Tools Helps Marine and Port Businesses

Created on 12 October, 2026 Updated on 12 October, 2026 • Financial Information

Explore free calculators for freight quote changes, warehouse electricity, equipment returns, financing and solar planning, with practical AED examples.

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UAE Freight Forwarder Booking: Cargo Insurance and Cover Documents

Created on 10 October, 2026 Updated on 10 October, 2026 • Marine Insurance & Shipping Finance

Check whether a UAE freight forwarder’s booking includes cargo insurance and which documents confirm shipment-specific cover.

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Mooring Plan Records for Shipowners: SOLAS II-1/3-8 and MSC.1/Circ.1620

Created on 6 October, 2026 Updated on 6 October, 2026 • Shipowners & Ship Management

See which mooring records shipowners should keep under SOLAS II-1/3-8 and IMO MSC.1/Circ.1620, with retention and traceability guidance.

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Documents Needed for Mainland Dubai Sea Imports in 2026

Created on 3 October, 2026 Updated on 8 October, 2026 • Customs & International Trade

Use this 2026 mainland Dubai sea-import checklist to prepare the invoice, packing list, certificate of origin, permits and customs code.

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Documents Needed for Dubai Sea Freight Customs Clearance

Created on 30 September, 2026 Updated on 6 October, 2026 • Customs & International Trade

Use this importer checklist to prepare customs, transport and cargo-release documents for commercial sea freight entering mainland Dubai.

The Importance of Shipping in the Red Sea and the Challenges Facing the Industry

Created on 13 March, 2025 Updated on 13 March, 2025 • Freight & Logistics

The Red Sea is one of the most vital maritime routes in the world, connecting the Mediterranean Sea to the Indian Ocean through the Suez Canal. This strategic waterw

The Top Shipping Companies in the UAE: Which One Is Right for You?

Created on 18 October, 2024 Updated on 23 December, 2025 • Freight & Logistics

The UAE has positioned itself as a global hub for trade and logistics, making shipping a critical industry in the region. With numerous players offering specialized

Finalists announced for the TMS Awards 2024

Created on 6 October, 2024 Updated on 6 October, 2024 • Freight & Logistics

02 October 2024, Dubai, UAE: The full list of finalists for the 11th annual The Maritime Standard Awards, to be held on Wednesday, 6th November 2024, at the Atlant