Abu Dhabi – United Arab Emirates: Southern Tourism Company, a subsidiary of Bahrain Mumtalakat Holding Company "Mumtalakat", has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with Abu Dhabi Maritime, the custodian of Abu Dhabi’s waterways, to explore a number of development goals in key business areas.

The signing took place at Abu Dhabi International Boat Show in the presence of Mr. Ahmed Al-Aseeri, Chairman of Southern Tourism Company and the representative of Mumtalakat, Eng. Yusuf Al-Manea, CEO of Southern Tourism Company and Captain Saif Al Mheiri, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Maritime.

Commenting on the signing, Mr. Ahmed Al-Aseeri said: “We are pleased to partner with Abu Dhabi Maritime to explore joint services related to maritime transportation and logistics in the region. This will enable Southern Tourism Company to enhance its contribution to the national economy in alignment with Mumtalakat’s objectives”.

Eng. Yusuf Al-Manea said: “This agreement will enable us to exchange knowledge, technical know-how and expertise to explore opportunities and build strategic collaboration in the region”.

Capt. Saif Al Mheiri, Managing Director of Abu Dhabi Maritime commented: “Abu Dhabi Maritime is delighted to team up with Southern Tourism Company, to consider the development of Bahrain’s maritime infrastructure and services. As the custodian of Abu Dhabi’s waterways, Abu Dhabi Maritime looks forward to sharing our insights and expertise on marine transport, logistics and services with our friends in Bahrain.”

The MoU will enable both parties to work closely together to develop solutions for sea transportation logistics and the development of marine facilities as well as ferry services.

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About Southern Tourism Company:

Southern Tourism Company, a subsidiary of Mumtalakat, was established in 2000. Since then, it has played a prominent role in supporting and developing the maritime and tourism sector in Bahrain. The company owns the largest passenger fleet in the Kingdom providing passenger transport services to and from Hawar Islands, it also handles the operations of loading and unloading cargo from ships in all territorial waters of the Kingdom. Headquartered in Al Dur Marina, Southern Tourism Company also provides transportation services to the government sector, including Bahrain Defense Force, the Electricity and Water Authority, and Hawar Beach Hotel.

About Abu Dhabi Maritime

Abu Dhabi Maritime was established in 2020 as the primary custodian of Abu Dhabi’s waterways and marine ecosystems. Operating under AD Ports Group, with guidance from Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT), Abu Dhabi Maritime governs and regulates Abu Dhabi’s maritime sector by providing world-leading maritime infrastructure, while ensuring the emirate implements the highest standards of health, safety, environment, and quality.

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