What caused Jebel Ali explosion?
Dubai media office director general Mona Al Marri said: “The fire at Dubai’s Jebel Ali port was caused by an explosion from a ‘normal accident’ in a container holding flammable material.”
What was the explosion in Jebel Ali?
Dubai Media Office said that the fire was caused by an electrical cable. A large explosion was heard across the city on July 7 when authorities said a container ship in Jebel Ali Port caught fire. No injuries or deaths were reported.
Where is the port in Dubai?
Port of Jebel Ali, also known as Mina Jebel Ali (Arabic: ميناء جبل علي), is a deep port located in Jebel Ali, Dubai, United Arab Emirates….
| Port of Jebel Ali | |
|---|---|
| Country | United Arab Emirates |
| Location | Dubai |
| Coordinates | 25.01126°N 55.06116°ECoordinates:25.01126°N 55.06116°E |
| UN/LOCODE | AEJEA |
Which ship caught fire in Jebel Ali?
Footage from the scene rebroadcast by the UAE’s state-run WAM news agency showed firefighters hosing down a vessel bearing paint and logo that corresponds to the Ocean Trader, operated by the Dubai-based Inzu Ship Charter. Jebel Ali is one of the largest ports in the world and the largest in the Middle East.
How many terminals are there in Jebel Ali Port?
three terminals
Terminals at Jebel Ali Port Jebel Ali Port consists of three terminals that are used for carrying out different operations.
Why is Dubai port so busy?
The port of Jebel Ali has become the port most frequently visited by ships of the United States Navy outside the United States. Due to the depth of the harbour and size of the port facilities, a Nimitz-class aircraft carrier and several ships of the accompanying battle group can be accommodated pier-side.
Which sea is in UAE?
the Arabian Sea
The UAE has a particularly close relationship with the Arabian Sea. Our country grew up on pearl diving and seaborne trade. Today, a huge part of our economy and day-to-day lives still rely on the latter – from trade, to fishing, leisure and tourism.