AD Ports� LNG-Powered Ro-Ro Vessel Sets Sail from Khalifa Port
16 Apr 2025
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United Global Ro-Ro, a joint venture between Noatum Maritime (a part of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster) and Erkport, has marked a major milestone with the maiden voyage of its first LNG-powered Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), UGR Al Samha, at Khalifa Port.
This event signifies a new chapter in sustainable maritime logistics, as the deep-sea vessel will serve as a green link across trade routes spanning the Middle East, Asia, and the Mediterranean.
With a cargo capacity of over 7,000 car equivalent units (CEU) across 12 decks, UGR Al Samha has been designed to optimise the transportation of high and heavy cargo. Leveraging LNG propulsion, advanced ship design, and strategic port integration, the vessel is not only fuel-efficient but significantly lowers emissions—supporting the UAE’s vision for a decarbonised future.
Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, CEO � Maritime & Shipping Cluster, AD Ports Group, stated, “The maiden call of UGR Al Samha is a critical step in our ongoing investment in cleaner maritime technologies. It strengthens our global Ro-Ro network while delivering competitive and reliable service with reduced environmental impact.�
Tolga Emrah Gezgin, CEO of United Global Ro-Ro, added, “This first voyage sets the tone for our partnership with Noatum Maritime. We are proud to offer an eco-friendly logistics solution that cuts carbon emissions and cost, laying the foundation for the future of Ro-Ro transportation.�
UGR Al Samha is now set to operate regular routes between key automotive and industrial hubs, reinforcing the partners� commitment to sustainable and efficient vehicle transportation.
The maiden call event at Khalifa Port saw attendance from industry stakeholders and potential clients, spotlighting the vessel’s role in reshaping global Ro-Ro trade.
No financial details were disclosed in the release, but the strategic deployment of this LNG-powered carrier underlines AD Ports� broader mission to transition toward alternative fuels and sustainable port operations.
United Global Ro-Ro, a joint venture between Noatum Maritime (a part of AD Ports Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster) and Erkport, has marked a major milestone with the maiden voyage of its first LNG-powered Pure Car and Truck Carrier (PCTC), UGR Al Samha, at Khalifa Port.
This event signifies a new chapter in sustainable maritime logistics, as the deep-sea vessel will serve as a green link across trade routes spanning the Middle East, Asia, and the Mediterranean.
With a cargo capacity of over 7,000 car equivalent units (CEU) across 12 decks, UGR Al Samha has been designed to optimise the transportation of high and heavy cargo. Leveraging LNG propulsion, advanced ship design, and strategic port integration, the vessel is not only fuel-efficient but significantly lowers emissions—supporting the UAE’s vision for a decarbonised future.
Captain Ammar Al Shaiba, CEO � Maritime & Shipping Cluster, AD Ports Group, stated, “The maiden call of UGR Al Samha is a critical step in our ongoing investment in cleaner maritime technologies. It strengthens our global Ro-Ro network while delivering competitive and reliable service with reduced environmental impact.�
Tolga Emrah Gezgin, CEO of United Global Ro-Ro, added, “This first voyage sets the tone for our partnership with Noatum Maritime. We are proud to offer an eco-friendly logistics solution that cuts carbon emissions and cost, laying the foundation for the future of Ro-Ro transportation.�
UGR Al Samha is now set to operate regular routes between key automotive and industrial hubs, reinforcing the partners� commitment to sustainable and efficient vehicle transportation.
The maiden call event at Khalifa Port saw attendance from industry stakeholders and potential clients, spotlighting the vessel’s role in reshaping global Ro-Ro trade.
No financial details were disclosed in the release, but the strategic deployment of this LNG-powered carrier underlines AD Ports� broader mission to transition toward alternative fuels and sustainable port operations.
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