{
  "id": 19675918,
  "title": "Dubai remains Middle East's top maritime city",
  "url": "https://urgent.news/2026/11/12/dubai-remains-middle-easts-top-maritime-city",
  "topic": "world",
  "section": "World",
  "published": "2026-11-12T15:45:13.000Z",
  "source": {
    "name": "Gulf News",
    "slug": "gulf-news",
    "url": "https://gulfnews.com/business/dubai-remains-middle-easts-top-maritime-city-1.500745362"
  },
  "original_language": "en",
  "account": "Dubai has reaffirmed its status as the Middle East's preeminent maritime hub, securing the 12th spot globally in the 2026 Leading Maritime Cities report by DNV and Menon Economics. The emirate's resilience in the face of major trade disruptions earned it a fifth-place ranking in maritime resilience, alongside Singapore, Rotterdam, Shanghai, and London. This assessment, based on industry expert feedback, highlighted Dubai's advanced infrastructure and strategic location. DP World reported moving nearly one million containers through the region despite challenges, utilizing alternative routes and its multimodal transport network. Dubai's maritime sector and Jebel Ali Port maintained operations, supported by close coordination between the government and industry. The city's ranking also improved significantly, climbing nine places in the Attractiveness and Competitiveness category to sixth globally.",
  "summary": "Dubai has retained its position as the Middle East's leading maritime city, ranking 12th globally in the 2026 Leading Maritime Cities (LMC) report by DNV and Menon Economics . The ranking places the emirate among the world's leading maritime hubs, recognising its ability to keep trade moving despite one of the most challenging years for regional shipping. Disruptions to major trade routes…",
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  "disclaimer": "Summaries, key points and the editor’s take are written by software from other outlets’ reporting and may contain errors — always check the linked original."
}