Hapag-Lloyd strengthens presence in Middle East with new office in Oman

Last week, Hapag-Lloyd officially opened a new office in Muscat, Oman, enhancing the company’s strategic foothold and service capabilities in the Gulf region and bringing tangible benefits to its customers.

Oman’s geographic position along the Arabian Sea and the Gulf of Oman makes it a critical logistics hub for regional and global trade. Hapag-Lloyd maintains a strong network in Oman, offering weekly services via Sohar, a key gateway for imports and exports, while Salalah functions as a major transhipment hub – also for Hapag-Lloyd’s network as part of the Gemini Cooperation. In 2024, Oman’s ports handled more than 4 million TEUs, reflecting the country’s growing role in global supply chains. Oman exports petrochemicals, petroleum, natural gas, metals, aluminum, seafood, imports machinery, consumer goods, transport equipment, and mineral products.

“Opening our new office in Muscat marks an important milestone in strengthening our presence in the Middle East,” said Lars Sorensen, Senior Managing Director Region Middle East at Hapag-Lloyd. “Oman offers an excellent combination of strategic location, advanced infrastructure, and a forward-looking economy. Setting up a dedicated and highly qualified local team enables us to work even more closely with our customers and partners, supporting the country’s growing role as a trade hub in the Gulf area.”