TEUs handled annually across 4 terminals
Green Channel electronic release via Mirsal II
Integrated bonded logistics & distribution zone
Capable of mooring the world's largest ULCVs
Terminal Facilities & Operational Capacity
Jebel Ali Port (UN/LOCODE: AEJEA) is the flagship deepwater facility of DP World, operating as the 10th largest container port globally and the undisputed maritime transshipment engine of the Middle East. Directly integrated with the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA)—home to over 9,500 multinational companies—the facility offers seamless sea-to-land and sea-to-air multimodal connectivity. VELO Logistics provides daily quayside drayage, 24/7 Mirsal II electronic declaration brokerage, bonded warehouse cross-docking, and emergency overland relay services connecting Jebel Ali to East Coast ports.
| Facility / Terminal | Key Technical Specs | Operational Purpose & Advantage |
|---|---|---|
| Container Terminal 1 (T1) | 15 Megamax STS Cranes | 17.5m Draft Depth | High-density ocean container handling dedicated to major global alliances (2M, Ocean Alliance). |
| Container Terminal 2 (T2) | Semi-Automated Quay Cranes | 18m Draft Depth | Ultra-Large Container Vessel (ULCV) berths handling 20,000+ TEU flagship container ships. |
| Container Terminal 3 (T3) | Fully Automated High-Bay Stackers | 18m Draft | Equipped with state-of-the-art automated rail-mounted gantry cranes (ARMGs) for rapid turnarounds. |
| Container Terminal 4 (T4) | Automated Bridge Cranes | High-Efficiency Island | Future-ready automated terminal expansion expanding Jebel Ali's capacity to over 22 million TEUs. |
| General Cargo & RoRo Ramps | Breakbulk, Heavy-Lift, and Dedicated Vehicle Ramps | Heavy project machinery staging, rolling equipment (RoRo), and out-of-gauge (OOG) yacht cradle handling. |
| Bonded Cold Chain Hub | -25°C to +15°C Reefer Plugs & Cold Storage | Over 9,000 active reefer monitoring points for food, dairy, and pharmaceuticals entering the GCC. |
Customs Clearance Workflow for Jebel Ali Port & JAFZA Free Zone
VELO Logistics maintains direct electronic integration with Dubai Trade (Mirsal II) and Abu Dhabi Customs (ATLP / Maqta Gateway) to expedite document lodgment, inspection lane assignment, and terminal release.
Surrender of Original Bill of Lading (OBL) or electronic Telex Release to shipping line agents in Dubai to obtain the Delivery Order (DO) within 24 hours of vessel discharge.
Submission of Mirsal II commercial declaration. Import to Local Market requires 5% GCC tariff + 5% VAT; Import to Free Zone (JAFZA) defers all duties under bonded status.
Dubai Customs risk engine routes shipment: Green Channel (instant electronic release), Yellow Channel (documentary verification), or Red Channel (container X-ray scanner & physical inspection).
Automated container terminal appointment booking via DP World e-Token system for scheduled trailer collection and exit through Jebel Ali Gate 4, 7, or 8.
Connecting Highway Arteries & Transit Times
Direct road haulage access connecting Jebel Ali Port & JAFZA Free Zone to mainland Dubai, Abu Dhabi, and cross-border GCC highways.
Fast-track transshipment connecting ocean containers to air cargo freighters at DWC without import duties.
Direct cross-border artery for fast distribution into Riyadh, Dammam, and the greater Saudi market.
Allows ocean vessels to discharge at Indian Ocean ports to circumvent the Strait of Hormuz with immediate drayage to JAFZA.
Cross-border bonded road network enabling same-day deliveries to Muscat and Sohar logistics hubs.
Industry Operations Stationed at Jebel Ali Port & JAFZA Free Zone
Marine Spares & Ship Repair Logistics
24/7 door-to-deck spare parts dispatch for commercial container vessels, crude tankers, and drydock repair facilities.
Heavy Lift & Project Logistics
Specialized low-bed hydraulic modular trailers for industrial breakbulk, transformers, and oilfield equipment.
Automated Land Freight Haulage
Company-owned container chassis fleet executing scheduled container pickups from DP World Terminals 1, 2, and 3.
Jebel Ali Port & JAFZA Free Zone Frequently Asked Questions
Everything you need to know about customs clearance, operations, and freight handling at Jebel Ali Port & JAFZA Free Zone.
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