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Minister, Bahamian Deputy Prime Minister Sign Air Services Agreement
Wednesday, September 27, 2023
Minister, Bahamian Deputy Prime Minister Sign Air Services Agreement

Minister of Transport H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti and Deputy Prime Minister and Minister of Tourism, Investments and Aviation of the Bahamas the Hon. Isaac Chester Cooper today signed an air services agreement between the State of Qatar and the Bahamas.The agreement comes in the context of connecting Qatar with air services agreements that open airspaces for the national carrier to fly to more destinations around the world.Following the signing ceremony, H.E. Al-Sulaiti held talks with the Hon. Cooper, Minister for Grand Bahama the Hon. Ginger Moxey, and Minister of State in the Ministry of Environment and Natural Resources the Hon. Zane Lightbourne and discussed aspects of Qatari-Bahamian cooperation in the areas of transportation, civil aviation, marine navigation and ports, and ways to further develop them. Mr. Mohamed Faleh Alhajri, in charge of managing the Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, Vice President of the Senate Sen. the Hon. Barry Griffin, Director of Aviation Dr. Kenneth Romer, the Bahamas Non-Resident Ambassador to the State of Qatar H.E. Tony Joudi, and several Bahamian officials accompanying the Bahamian delegation, were also in attendance.

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Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Minister Meets with Azerbaijan Transport Minister

Minister of Transport H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti met in Baku with Minister of Digital Development and Transport of the Republic of Azerbaijan, H.E. Rashad Nabiyev. The two ministers discussed bilateral cooperation ties in the fields of transportation, commercial ports, and civil aviation, and ways to further develop them. Qatar’s Ambassador to Azerbaijan H.E. Faisal bin Abdullah Al-Hanzab attended the meeting.

H.E. Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign Affairs to Patronize “Sustainable Transportation & Legacy for Generations”
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
H.E. Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign Affairs to Patronize “Sustainable Transportation & Legacy for Generations”

Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Transport is organizing its “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference and Exhibition this September 17-18, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.Under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister and Minister of Foreign Affairs, the Ministry of Transport is organizing its “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference and Exhibition this September 17-18, at the Doha Exhibition and Convention Center.The event aims at exchanging expertise, discussing views, and presenting perspectives and thoughts with MOT’s partners concerned with developing the transportation and mobility sector, as well as highlighting key plans and strategies for comprehensive and gradual transitioning to an integrated, sustainable, and ecofriendly transit system.The conference will include 6 panel discussions and more than 20 speakers, highlighting the latest advancements of Qatar’s land, maritime and air transportation systems, in addition to the sector’s new trends.Day One has 3 panel discissions. The first, “Switching to Electric, Sustainable Transportation…Future Prospects” will feature speakers from the MOT, KAHRAMAA and GBM. The second, “Public Transportation…Multimodal & Integrated” will feature speakers from the MOT, Qatar Rail and Mowasalat (Karwa). The third, “Private Sector’s Active Engagement in Developing the Transportation System” will feature speakers from Fusion Holding Group, Leonardo Qatar, and GBM.Day Two has 3 panel discussions. The first, “Maritime Transportation & Enhancing the Economic Development” will feature speakers from the MOT, Mwani Qatar and QTerminals. The second, “Civil Aviation System…Accelerating Growth & Active Role in Development” will feature speakers from Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, Qatar Airways, and Qatar Aeronautical Academy. The third, “Transportation Sector & Enhancing the Business Community” will feature speakers from the MOT, Qatar Champer, Qatari Businessmen Association, and Qatar Free Zones Authority.The event has so far attracted more than 30 participating entities, representing several ministries, government agencies and the private sector, in addition to several national and international companies relative to the transportation and mobility industry.The accompanying exhibition offers an excellent venue for exhibitors to highlight the latest technologies and innovations in industry.The event is sponsored by 13 entities. Qatar Airways Group, Mwani Qatar, Qatar National Bank (QNB), and Ecotranzit Solutions as Strategic Sponsors; Qatar Rail and QTerminals Group as Platinum Sponsors; Mowasalat (Karwa) and Leonardo Qatar as Gold Sponsors; Fusion Group Holding as a Silver Sponsor; while Milaha, Al Abdulghani Motors, GBM and Alfardan Automobiles as Bronze Sponsors. We look forward to seeing you at the event in DECC this Sept. 17-18, 2023. Register Now!

Minister Attends Signing Ceremonies of Agreements during “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations”
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Minister Attends Signing Ceremonies of Agreements during “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations”

Doha – QatarMinister of Transport H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti today attended the signing ceremonies of several agreements Ecotranzit Solutions signed with some entities within the framework of the Ministry’s support for the private sector’s engagement in the transportation and mobility projects. This took place on the sidelines of the MOT’s “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference and Exhibition at the DECC.Ecotranzit Solutions signed an agreement with Al Hamad Automobiles per which the company becomes the exclusive agent for its EVs, which carry a Qatari intellectual property. Ecotranzit Solutions also signed an MoU with SIA ECHO for installing, maintaining, and operating high-speed electric charging units to ensure durable quality and around-the-clock service. The company’s third agreement today was with some companies of the Philippines for supplying 600 six-meter-long e-buses as a first phase and 50,000 e-buses over the next ten years. 

Minister Launches Two Boats for Combating Pollution & NAVAIDs Maintenance
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
Minister Launches Two Boats for Combating Pollution & NAVAIDs Maintenance

Minister of Transport H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti launched two boats at Doha Port today. The two vessels are the latest units to have joined Mwani Qatar’s fleet of vessels. This came on the sidelines of Day Two of MOT’s “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference and Exhibition, held on Sept. 17-18, at the DECC, under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign Affairs.Aljurula boat is a multifunctional garbage and oil spill collection vessel, used in cleaning the basins of Doha Port, Hamad Port, and Al-Ruwais Port using the best ecofriendly practices.The 12.6-meter-long Aljurula can collect spilled oil and garbage. Its full capacity of 25,000 liters. It can collect spilled oils in an area of 200 m. Its draft is 1 meter deep.The second boat, ALSAMLAH, is 32.7 meter long used in maintenance of navigational aids such as the buoys, in addition to the maintenance of commercial and tourism ports, thereby contributing to providing safer, more efficient traffic for all types of vessels in Qatari waters. The launching of the two boats reflects MOT’s commitment to protecting the Qatari marine environment and maritime navigation safety and security. This helps achieve the goals of Qatar’s national plan to combat oil pollution, and relevant regional and international conventions.The launching event was attended by Deputy Chairperson of Qatar Tourism H.E. Saad bin Ali Al Kharji, and Chairperson of the Permanent Committee for the Management of Maritime Ports Brig. Dr. Abdulhadi Mohammad Zabin Al Dosari, and several Mwani Qatar officials.

وزارة المواصلات تختتم فعاليات مؤتمر ومعرض "نقل مستدام وإرث للأجيال
Wednesday, September 20, 2023
MOT Conference & Exhibition Wraps Up, Minister Honors Sponsors

Minister of Transport H.E. Jassim Saif Ahmed Al-Sulaiti today honored the sponsors of the MOT’s “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference and Exhibition, which wrapped up today. The event was held on Sept. 17-18 at the DECC under the patronage of H.E. Sheikh Mohammed bin Abdulrahman bin Jassim Al Thani, Prime Minister, and Minister of Foreign AffairsH.E. Minister honored the Strategic Sponsors: Qatar Airways Group, Mwani Qatar, Qatar National Bank (QNB), and Ecotranzit Solutions; the Platinum Sponsors: Qatar Rail and QTerminals Group; the Gold Sponsors: Mowasalat (Karwa) and Leonardo Qatar; the Silver Sponsor: Fusion Group Holding, and the Bronze Sponsors: Milaha, Al Abdulghani Motors, GBM and Alfardan Automobiles.      Day Two of the Conference featured 3 panel discussions. The first, “Maritime Transportation & Enhancing the Economic Development” featured speakers from the MOT, Mwani Qatar and QTerminals. They tackled Qatar’s maritime transportation accomplishments and the capabilities of Hamad Port and Al-Ruwais Port and their strategic role regarding supply chains and economic development.The second, “Civil Aviation System…Accelerating Growth & Active Role in Development” hosted speakers from Qatar Civil Aviation Authority, Qatar Airways, and Qatar Aeronautical Academy. They reflected on Qatari air transportation sector’s accomplishments and excellent performance during the FIFA World Cup Qatar 2022. They also highlighted Qatar’s successful full management of its Doha Flight Information Region (FIR).The third, “Transportation Sector & Enhancing the Business Community” featured speakers from the MOT, Qatar Champer, Qatari Businessmen Association, Qatar Free Zones Authority, and entrepreneurs. They discussed how air transportation is supporting the business community and manufacturing, trade, and logistics industries, aiming for economic diversification in step with the goals of the QNV2030.The MOT’s “Sustainable Transportation and Legacy for Generations” Conference and Exhibition saw large participation and high public turnout. Visitors and guests were familiarized with the latest advancements on Qatari land, maritime and air transportation systems through events and panel discussions, in addition to latest technological trends on sustainable transportation.The event was a platform for exchange of expertise, knowledge and insight with MOT’s partners concerned with developing the industry, as well as key plans and strategies of comprehensive and gradual transitioning to an integrated, sustainable, and ecofriendly transit system

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