The Kingdom of Bahrain is an island located close to the western shores of the Arabian Gulf. It is an archipelago of 33 Islands. Saudi Arabia lies to its west and is connected with Bahrain by the King Fahd Causeway. Bahrain is one of the most enhanced economies in the Arabian Gulf. Various multinational firms with organizations in the Gulf have picked Bahrain as their center of operations because of its connectivity and transport offices. Bahrain offers the least travel time in the Gulf between its seaport and airport hence ensuring proficient and quicker exchange of goods.
Khalifa bin Salman Port is located in the Hidd Industrial Area. The port is only 13 kms away from the Bahrain International Airport and is linked to Mina Salman, the old port, by a 5 km purpose-built causeway.
APM Terminals Bahrain operates the Khalifa Bin Salman Port. It is a multi-purpose facility for domestic cargo, cruise traffic, and a transshipment hub for the ever-growing shipping market in the Gulf.
The Ministry of Transportation is responsible for the development, and regulation of the Kingdom’s transportation, and telecommunications infrastructure as well as systems.
Ports and Maritime Affairs focuses its efforts on ensuring that the national industry’s legal framework, facilities, services and operations meet all international standards.
Bahrain Customs has a vision to promote the growth of the Kingdom of Bahrain as a global centre of economic activity. It applies custom's best practices to ensure a high level of service which is consistent and to the satisfaction of customers.
Bahrain Economic Development Board is a dynamic public agency with the overall responsibility for attracting inward investment into Bahrain and supporting initiatives that help enhance the investment climate in the country.
Bahrain International Airport is located in Muharraq, an island about 7 kms northeast of the capital Manama. The airport is managed by the Bahrain Airport Company and is the primary hub for Gulf Air, a leading airline in the region.
ASRY is the Arabian Gulf’s most experienced ship and rig repair yard. Founded in 1977 in Bahrain, ASRY has over 35 years of experience in marine asset optimisation. The yard’s portfolio of capabilities is not only the largest in the Arabian Gulf, but also includes jack-up rigs and other offshore assets.