All three Qatari ports, Hamad, Ruwais and Doha, saw a robust surge in November 2025 as the cargoes and container volumes handled during the month recorded a rise on a year-on-year basis compared to the same period in 2024.
On a post on its X (formerly Twitter) platform, Mwani Qatar, the integrated port and logistics services provider responsible for managing the Gulf nation’s seaports and shipping terminals, confirmed the news, as the cargo and container throughput increased by around 60% and 8% respectively, compared to November 2024. Livestock volumes and vessel arrivals also increased by 81% and 14% respectively.
“The ports received 272 vessels while the container handling through the three ports stood at 117,941 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units). The general and bulk cargo, RORO, livestock, and building materials during the same period accounted for 159,480 tonnes, 8,475 units, 50,373 heads, and 9,846 tonnes, respectively,” reported the Mwani Qatar data.
The Hamad, Ruwais, and Doha ports serve as an effective link between markets in Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and America, contributing to reducing cargo transit time and improving the efficiency of supply chains. These facilities are also supporting the country’s plan to diversify the domestic economy by facilitating export and re-export operations, enhancing the ability of local industries to access foreign markets, and promoting maritime tourism.
“The ports received 245 vessels in October 2025, while the container handling through the three ports stood at 119,003 TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units). The general and bulk cargo, RORO, livestock, and building materials during the same period accounted for 216,466 tonnes, 9,566 units, 7,682 heads, and 11,362 tonnes, respectively,” informed Mwani Qatar.
It is worth mentioning that Qatar recently won the “Favourite Cruise Destination” title at the “2025 Wave Awards,” one of the United Kingdom’s leading events celebrating the cruise and travel industry. The recognition further reflects the Gulf nation’s growing status as a premier global cruise destination, supported by favourable factors like advanced infrastructure, rich cultural attractions, and high-quality visitor experiences.
“The announcement follows the launch of Qatar’s 2025-2026 cruise season, which began with the arrival of the luxury cruise ship MSC Euribia at the Doha Port. Qatar expects to welcome 72 cruise calls this season, including 40 transit stops, 15 turnaround trips, and three maiden calls,” reported The Peninsula.