A Saudi Export Development Authority delegation has visited the MOT.They discussed enhancing bilateral cooperation and were briefed on some of MOT’s key projects and initiatives.
The MOT is the strategic partner of the 2nd edition of the Qatar Boat Show 2025, to be held this Nov. 5-8 at the Old Doha Port. The MOT will have a booth at the show to showcase some of its digital services for vessels and highlight its role in supporting the maritime transportation activities.The MOT is committed to supporting such major national events that contribute to enhancing Qatar’s ranking as a rising hub for marine activities and superyachts.Qatar Boat Show aims at fostering economic growth and supporting tourism. Some of the latest maritime and recreational innovations will be on display. The event features multiple local, regional, and international trademarks in custom yacht designing and construction, and shipyards for shipbuilding and maintenance. The show is also a great destination for superyacht owners and fans.
His Excellency Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, today launched the Ministry of Transport Strategy 2025-2030 under the slogan; “Reaching Beyond Horizons.”The Ministry of Transport Strategy 2025-2030 features an ambitious roadmap focused on developing the transportation and mobility industry in Qatar and enhancing its role in economic growth, sustainability, and innovation.Delivering a keynote to a large audience of several ministers, high-profile officials, and representatives of government and private sector entities, the Minister of Transport H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani said that the “MOT Strategy stems from the Qatar National Vision 2030 and is aligned with the MOT’s endeavors to achieve the goals of the 3rd National Development Strategy by developing a world-class infrastructure that places the country in an advanced position globally in terms of logistics performance, digital transformation, and smart mobility innovation.”Within its strategy, he said, the MOT made sure to put clear foundations to leverage the transportation and logistics services industries to become a primary driver of economic growth and its diversification, essential pillar for attracting qualitative investments, and key factor in boosting Qatar’s competitiveness regionally and globally.“The Strategy embodies the MOT’s unwavering commitment to creating a secure, integrated, resilient, and sustainable transportation system based on advanced technologies and innovation, while enhancing traffic safety standards, reducing carbon emissions, and providing innovative digital services that meet the aspirations of citizens, residents, and coming generations.”H.E. the minister added that the MOT Strategy encompasses 125 projects cascading from 42 initiatives, with total investments exceeding QAR 1.2 billion and a private sector participation of about 40% - in such a real partnership to carry national development agenda forward and support economic diversification.Those projects, he said, are not just numbers, but a major artery to solidify Qatar’s profile as a regional and global hub for transportation and logistics services by investing in advanced infrastructures, and strategically connecting with regional and international markets, thereby doubling the transportation industry’s contribution to the GDP and enhancing Qatar’s presence among globally leading countries.H.E. the minister went on saying that the MOT Strategy, through 17 specialized initiatives, focuses on raising the efficiency of public transportation system by providing reliable, convenient, and ecofriendly services, connecting all areas countrywide, and serving all sections of the society, including the highly esteemed people and people of determination.“We are proud Qatar ranks first among countries of the region in terms of switching to electric transit. 73% of our public buses are electric and we are laser-focused to reach 100% transformation by 2030 to enhance the integration with the metro and tram electric systems.”Developing our national talents and empowering them to leading a future of smart mobility via comprehensive training courses and qualitative upskilling initiatives are on top of the MOT’s priorities, the minister said.He added that the MOT Strategy’s plans also include establishing smart control centers and creating advanced digital applications to meet the needs of society.Concluding his keynote, the minister said that the Ministry of Transport Strategy represents a major transformative journey that we step into with confidence and determination, in collaboration with all MOT public and private sector partners, to present the State of Qatar to the world as a unique model in smart, integrated, secure, and sustainable transportation.About the MOT Strategy:The MOT Strategy is based on the MOT’s clear vision; "An integrated, secure, resilient, and sustainable transport ecosystem", and mission; “Driving the development of the transport ecosystem towards high logistic efficiency, supporting the pillars of Qatar National Vision.”Corporate Values:The MOT Strategy translates the core values of the MOT that inspire its initiatives and projects:Institutional Excellence:Achieving the highest standards of performance through commitment and excellence in service delivery,Strengthening Partnerships:Work on open and transparent collaboration with partners and stakeholders for collective success,Supporting the Economy:Ensuring effective and reliable services that contribute to advancing economic growth, prosperity and development of the country,Team Spirit:Working together to achieve success and foster a supportive and inclusive environment,Adopting Smart Technologies:Always exploring, studying and including smart solutions in strategic initiatives, plans, processes and activities.Innovation:Adopting innovative ideas and promoting a culture of creativity for continuous improvement and meeting the needs of our society,Sustainability:Include environmentally friendly and futuristic practices in daily plans and operations.Strategic Aspirations:The MOT Strategy encompasses five Strategic Aspirations that represent the overarching objectives of the Ministry of Transport Strategy:Economic Growth:Enable economic growth by facilitating seamless movement of people and goods and by unlocking new service opportunities,Service Optimization:Focus on services optimization to maximize value from available infrastructure while achieving safety targets,Customer-Centricity:Achieve customer-centricity through data-driven, dynamic and seamless transport services to meet different customer needs,Sustainability & Resilience:Drive sustainability through policies, innovation and emerging technologies and ensure network resilience,Workforce Development:Enable human capital development towards future-readiness and local capability upskilling.
Minister of Transport H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani has toured the exhibition accompanying the 2nd annual Sustainable Maritime Industry Conference (SMIC) in Jeddah.He was escorted by Minister of Transport and Logistic Services of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia H.E. Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser.H.E. the minister viewed some of the latest technologies in maritime industry and was briefed by exhibition officials on cutting-edge technological solutions for maritime transportation, and marine environment protection and sustainability.
Minister of Transport H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani met with Minister of Transport and Logistic Services of the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia H.E. Eng. Saleh bin Nasser Al-Jasser, on the sidelines of his visit to the exhibition accompanying the 2nd annual Sustainable Maritime Industry Conference (SMIC) in Jeddah.The two ministers discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation in transportation, and ways to enhance them in areas of expertise exchange, infrastructure development’s best practices, and land, maritime, air, and railroad transportation networks integration.The meeting was attended by several senior officials from the Saudi Ministry of Transport and Logistic Services.
Minister of Transport H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulla bin Mohammed Al Thani met with Minister of Works and Transport of the Republic of Namibia Hon. Veikko Nekundi, in the Ministry’s offices.The two ministers discussed aspects of bilateral cooperation in transportation, and ways to enhance them, particularly in civil aviation, ports, and their associated logistics services.