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6 October 2026

SOHAR Port and Freezone appoints new CEO

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Source reporting: Container News

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SOHAR Port and Freezone appoints new CEO

Dr. Raid Al Rubaiey will assume the role of CEO of SOHAR Port and Freezone effective October 11, succeeding Emile Hoogsteden, who has held the position for more than four years. SOHAR Port and Freezone is a joint venture between the Port of Rotterdam Authority and the Sultanate of Oman’s ASYAD Group. Dr. Al Rubaiey currently serves as Deputy CEO of SOHAR Port and CEO of SOHAR Freezone, bringing extensive knowledge of the organisation and the region to the role.

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