Under the deal with Qatar Chemical and PetrochemicalMarketing and Distribution Company (Muntajat), the Doha-listed shipowner willuse its eight containerships to transport the goods from the port of Mesaieedto key hubs in the region.

The annual volume of exports is expected to reach 150,000-teu, Milaha said without divulging the terms of the contract.

“We have, over the years, built a close relationship withQAPCO, Q-Chem, Qatofin, and more recently with Muntajat, and we are verypleased to be able to extend and expand this relationship.”