During 2025, the Juliyana Free Zone underwent a radical transformation and a tangible economic resurgence, recording its highest commercial shipping traffic by welcoming 816 arriving vessels. This substantial figure represents a qualitative leap in maritime performance, confirming the port’s restoration as a vital logistical hub and a strategic axis for international trade on the Libyan coast. Such a milestone embodies the growing global confidence in the facility’s efficiency and its capacity to manage increasing trade flows with professional precision.
These exceptional results were the culmination of a long, deliberate path of gradual recovery that began in 2020 and continued on an upward trajectory through the end of 2024. Throughout those years, the management of the Juliyana Free Zone worked diligently to address all logistical challenges and overcome administrative hurdles that had previously hindered operations. By implementing meticulous, phased planning to reorganize operational mechanisms, improve the working environment, and develop core infrastructure, the management paved the way for reaching this maritime peak in 2025.
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This surge is directly attributed to the execution of an integrated package of modernization projects covering all port facilities. The management invested heavily in acquiring advanced unloading equipment and sophisticated handling machinery, which significantly reduced vessel turnaround times at the piers and accelerated the operational and documentary cycles. Furthermore, the fleet of trucks and marine tugs was bolstered to support maritime operations, ensuring the entry and exit of ships according to the highest standards of safety and accuracy. In parallel with physical upgrades, advanced digital systems and software were adopted for container management and electronic voyage scheduling, enhancing coordination between various departments and minimizing human error in daily operations.
In a related context, the development vision for the Juliyana Free Zone focused on investing in human capital as the fundamental pillar of success. Intensive specialized training programs were organized for national personnel, covering maritime safety, modern port management, and advanced logistics. This commitment to staff qualification directly translated into higher service quality and the swift execution of complex tasks, fostering seamless workflow within the port. On the economic front, the arrival of 816 vessels contributed to revitalizing the local and national economic cycles, creating extensive job opportunities in the transport, customs clearance, and support service sectors. This reinforces the Free Zone’s role as a solid economic foundation that supports import and export activities with high efficiency, looking forward to further expansion and growth in the near future.