RIYADH: Sharjah Airport witnessed a passenger growth rate of 141 percent at the end of the third quarter as the aviation sector shows strong signs of rebounding after the negative impacts caused by the pandemic. 

The number of passengers stood at 9.5 million, compared to 3.9 million in the same period last year, according to a press release.

Aircraft movement at the airport also rose 81.65 percent, with 64,780 flights by the end of September, as compared to 35,662 flights at the end of the third quarter of 2021. 

The press release further noted that the total cargo handled by Sharjah Airport since the beginning of the year amounted to 135,038 tons, marking a growth rate of 38.71 percent. 

“With this, the airport not only has achieved a remarkable position in terms of statistics and numbers, but also provided high-quality services and achieved customer satisfaction through its smart travel services, digital services, and smart solutions,” said Ali Salim Al-Midfa, chairman of Sharjah Airport Authority. 

DMCC signs MoU with Logis

Dubai Multi Commodities Center has signed a memorandum of understanding with Logis, an agri-logistic free trade zone that is being constructed in Panama. 

According to a statement from the Dubai government, Logis is expected to become the largest free trade zone of its kind in Central and Latin America. 

The MOU was signed by Ahmed Bin Sulayem, executive chairman and CEO of DMCC, and Sandro Salsano, president of Salsano Group and majority shareholder of Logis. 

“Panama stands as the gateway between Central and South America and Logis is perfectly positioned to host the largest free zone of its kind in the region, especially where agriculture commodities trade is concerned,” said Bin Sulayem.