Julyana Free Zone reported yesterday that its Director General, Captain Ahmed Al-Omami, received a high-level delegation representing the Maltese government, led by the Deputy Prime Minister and Minister for the Economy.
The Free Zone said the visit aimed to strengthen economic ties and expand the horizons of international cooperation within the port and logistics sectors.
During the visit, the delegation viewed a presentation highlighting key ongoing development projects within the port, as well as the comprehensive modernization and upgrades carried out across its facilities.
They also conducted a field tour to assess the port's infrastructure, operational capabilities, and logistics services, underscoring its status as a pivotal hub in the Mediterranean region.
The delegation members, the Free Zone reported, expressed their admiration for the progress achieved at the Julyana Free Zone port. They voiced a desire to open new avenues of cooperation and boost trade between Libya and Malta, thereby supporting the economic interests of both nations.
The Free Zone said the visit reflects a commitment to deepening economic and commercial ties between the two countries and highlights the port's strategic location, capabilities, and logistics services—assets that position it to play an active role in maritime trade and transport.
The Free Zone said it continues to advance its standing on the map of Mediterranean ports and economic zones, driven by an ambitious vision to establish Benghazi as a gateway for trade, investment, and international economic connectivity.
Malta’s Freeport in Marsaxlokk
It will be recalled that Malta’s Freeport, located in Marsaxlokk ranks 66th in the world, 12th in Europe, and 3rd in the Mediterranean as a container and transshipment hub.
Operations & Stats
Throughput: It handles approximately 2.86 to over 3 million TEUs (twenty-foot equivalent units) annually.
Transshipment Focus: Over 95%–96% of its container traffic is pure transshipment cargo, connecting more than 135 ports worldwide.
Capacity: Features deep-water quays (up to 17 meters) capable of accommodating ultra-large container vessels and mega-ships.