MRUD Prioritizes Ports and Maritime Economy

Farzaneh Sadegh, Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development, outlined the Ministry’s key strategic plans, emphasizing that port development and the maritime economy are top priorities.

IMO Secretary-General Commends Iran’s Efforts in Supporting and Protecting Seafarers

TEHRAN, March 29, 2025 (PMO News Portal) — The Secretary-General of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), Arsenio Dominguez, highlighted Iran’s pivotal role in global maritime affairs, emphasizing the necessity for increased cooperation

3.5Million Marine Passenger trips recorded During First Two Weeks of Nowruz Holidays

More than 3.5 million marine passenger trips were conducted safely across Iran’s northern and southern coasts during the first two weeks of the Nowruz 2025 holidays, according to the spokesperson for the Nowruz marine transport operations at the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO).

Iran Actively Participates in IMO’s 112th Legal Committee Session in London

TEHRAN, March 26, 2025 (PMO News Portal) — The 112th session of the Legal Committee of the International Maritime Organization (IMO), known as LEG 112, began on Monday, March 25, 2025, in London. Representatives from IMO member states, including the Islamic Republic of Iran, are attending the session.

Over 1.6 Million Marine Travels recorded in the First 10 Days of Nowruz Holidays

The Director General of Maritime Affairs at the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO) announced that over 1.6 million marine travels were recorded along Iran’s coasts during the first ten days of the Nowruz holiday season, from March 14 to March 23, 2025.

Transformation in Northern Ports: Facilitating Investment and Maritime development

Saeed Rasouli, Deputy Minister of Roads and Urban Development and Acting Head of the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), emphasized the organization’s strategic policies for capacity expansion, increased investment, and facilitation of economic activities during his recent visit to northern ports in the early days of the new year (Iranian calendar starting March 21st)

Rasouli announced; Strengthening Maritime Economy, Transit, and Logistics in new year

Iran is set to accelerate its maritime trade and economic growth in 1404, with a strategic focus on strengthening the maritime economy, expanding transit, and enhancing logistics management.

Safe Coasts for Nowruz 2025: Ports Ready to Facilitate Maritime Travels

As Nowruz 2025 approaches, the Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), the primary authority overseeing maritime travel in Iran, has implemented extensive measures to ensure the safety and efficiency of passenger and tourist sea trips.

Chabahar Port gears up for Nowrooz Marine Travels

The Director-General of Ports and Maritime Affairs of Sistan and Baluchestan, Qasem Askari-Nasab, announced that Chabahar Port is ready to serve Nowruz travelers in 1404 (2025) through 11 dedicated tourist stations.

Western Hormozgan Ports Enhance Telecommunications Infrastructure

The Director of Ports and Maritime Affairs in Western Hormozgan, Morteza Salari, announced a significant upgrade to the telecommunications infrastructure in the region's ports, valued at 200 billion rials. This initiative aims to enhance safety within port basins and areas while ensuring stable communications across the ports.

Iran Strengthens Maritime Ties with IMO

Iran's Ambassador to the UK, Seyed Ali Mousavi, discusses enhanced collaboration with the International Maritime Organization (IMO) to advance global maritime standards.

Iran's Caspian Sea Cargo Fleet Capacity Doubles

The Director General of Maritime Affairs at Iran’s Ports and Maritime Organization (PMO), Alahmorad Afifipour, announced that the capacity of Iran's cargo fleet in the Caspian Sea has doubled over the past two years. By the end of the current year, the number of vessels flying the Iranian flag in this region is expected to reach 104.

Loading, unloading of goods rises 75% in Abadan ports

the loading and unloading of goods in the ports of Abadan city, in the southwest of Iran, rose 75 percent during the first ten months of the current Iranian calendar year (March 20, 2024-January 19, 2025) , as compared to the same period of time in the past year.

New Record in container operation at Bushehr Port

The Director General of Ports and Maritime Affairs of Bushehr Province: The loading and unloading performance of Bushehr Port from the beginning of this year (Iranian calendar), exceeded 6 million tons for the first time, setting an unprecedented record.

Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development Launches Phase One of Housing Development Project on Abu Musa Island

Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, has announced the launch of the first phase of a housing development project on Abu Musa Island during a one-day visit.

Iran Aims to Achieve 16 Million Tons of Transit with Central Asia

Iran is intensifying its efforts to establish an efficient multimodal transportation network with Central Asia, seeking to boost cargo transit between the regions to 16 million tons.

Iran Prioritizes Transport Network Modernization to Drive Sustainable Transit Revenues

Iran’s Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, has highlighted the strategic importance of modernizing the country’s transport infrastructure to secure sustainable national revenues through transit.

Need for Overhauling Border Processes to Enhance Transit and Facilitate Cargo Transport

In a recent statement, Amin Taraffo, head of the International Affairs Center at the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development, underscored the urgent need to reform border procedures and re-engineer crossing systems, alongside enhancing physical border infrastructure. These initiatives are deemed crucial for advancing transit capabilities and facilitating cargo transport—an overarching priority for the Ministry.

Iran, Azerbaijan Discuss Roadmap for 15 Million Tons of Transit

Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, in a joint meeting with Azerbaijan's Deputy Prime Minister, Shahin Mustafayev, emphasized the need for creating a roadmap to achieve the goal of 15 million tons of annual transit between the two countries.

Iran and Qatar Sign Agreement on Qatari Investment in Dayyer Port Development

Iran and Qatar have signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) for Qatari investment in the large-scale development of Dayyer commercial port in southern Iran’s Bushehr province. The agreement was finalized during a recent visit by Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian to Doha, where he met with Qatari Emir Sheikh Tamim bin Hamad Al Thani.

Over 10.6 Million Tons of Essential Goods Unloaded at Ports in First Half of 1403

Iran's ports handled over 10.6 million tons of essential goods in the first half of 1403, marking a 10% increase compared to the same period last year.

Iran's Road Transit Surges by 73% in First Five Months of 1403

Iran's road transport sector has seen a significant 73% increase in freight transit in the first five months of 1403, highlighting a substantial boost in economic activity and trade.

Iran’s Rail Transit Sees 47% Increase in First Five Months of 1403

Iran's railway sector witnessed a remarkable 47% increase in rail transit during the first five months of 1403 compared to the same period last year, highlighting the country's efforts to enhance its transportation infrastructure and economic exchanges.

Talks Held to Complete North-South Transport and Railway Corridors

Iran's Minister of Roads and Urban Development, Farzaneh Sadegh, met with Igor Levitin, Senior Aide and Special Representative to the Russian President, to discuss the completion of the North-South transport and railway corridors. The meeting took place during Levitin’s tenth official visit to Iran, reflecting ongoing efforts to enhance infrastructural cooperation between the two nations.

Iranian President Calls for Interconnected Communication Routes Across the Region

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has emphasized the importance of establishing an interconnected network of communication routes between Iran and neighboring countries, stressing that these links should be grounded in secure, economic, and political preparations. Speaking at a recent government delegation meeting, Pezeshkian called for urgent action to strengthen regional connectivity, with a particular focus on infrastructure projects.

Iranian President Backs Shalamcheh-Basra Railway Project During Iraq Visit

Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian has reaffirmed his strong support for the Shalamcheh-Basra railway project, emphasizing the need for its accelerated construction during his official visit to Iraq.

A female Minister proposed for Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development

Pezeshkian proposed a female minister, Farzaneh Sadegh Malvajerd, for Iran's Ministry of Roads and Urban Development with 28 years of experience in urban planning and architecture.

Iran's transit 57 percent up in 2024

The upward trend for transit through Iran's territory beat the record of 17.8 million tons in 2023.

As per the Article 57 of the 7th National Development Plan of Iran

MRUD holds the first meeting of National Transit Center

The 7th National Development Plan of Iran (2024-2029) has delegated the responsibility of integrated management of transit in Iran to the Ministry of Roads and Urban Development.