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Bihi Says UAE Base in Berbera to Become Public Airport
Somali Dispatch reported on 2019-09-14 that President Bihi said the UAE-built army base in Berbera would be transformed into a public airport…
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Berbera Port Expansion: What the 2019 Report Says
Somaliland Standard reported on 10 September 2019 that Berbera port is undergoing expansion, but the report lacks progress details or specifics.
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DP World reaffirms commitment to Berbera port expansion
Somaliland Standard reported on 2019-11-22 that DP World is committed to building the Port of Berbera to world-class standards…
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Sompower 20 MW Solar Plant Inaugurated in Somaliland
Somaliland Chronicle reported on 31 October 2019 that President Muse Bihi Abdi inaugurated a Sompower solar plant with a stated 20 MW capacity and an $20…
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Berbera Port Second Tugboat: Chronicle Report Unverified
Somaliland Chronicle reported on 30 Jan 2020 that Berbera Port Authorities bought a second tugboat. No delivery, cost, or operational status is confirmed.
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Somaliland warned Somalia to keep off Berbera port work
Somaliland warned Somalia to keep off DP World's Berbera port development, as both sides disputed the UAE firm's role in June 2020.
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Foundation stone laid for Gambadha dry port in Somaliland
Somaliland Standard reported on 18 January 2020 that the ports manager laid the foundation stone of a planned dry port at Gambadha, 30 km from Lasanod.
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Guardafui Strait Infrastructure Plan Reported in 2020
Wardheer News on 19 February 2020 outlined a proposed container port, airport and free trade zone at Somalia's Guardafui Strait, but no details on funding…
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UAE Reportedly Cancels Berbera Military Base Construction
Horn Diplomat reported on March 4, 2020 that the UAE cancelled construction of a military base in Berbera, Somaliland; no evidence since.
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Somaliland Minister Says Burao Airport Works to Start in 2020
Somaliland's transport minister said on 28 February 2020 that Burao airport construction works would start that year.
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Berbera Port first phase nearing completion, official says
Somaliland's deputy ambassador said the Berbera Port first phase was nearly complete as of June 12, 2020. Current status unknown.
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Questions raised over progress of Berbera Corridor project
Somaliland Sun on 6 June 2020 questioned Berbera corridor progress, citing 5% completion after 14 months and a 12 km stretch inspected.
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Somalia to go ahead with $170m Hobyo port scheme
Global Construction Review reported on 22 June 2020 that Galmudug State plans a Hobyo port via a public-private entity, with $90m pledged locally.
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Sanmar Tug Reported Delivered for Berbera Port
Somaliland Standard reported on 12 September 2020 that P&O Maritime Logistics took delivery of a Sanmar tug for DP World managed Berbera Port on behalf…
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Maydh Port Foundation Laid in Erigavo
Somali Dispatch reported a foundation-laying ceremony for Maydh Port in Erigavo on 12 August 2020. No further progress is confirmed.
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Berbera port upgrade plan reported without later evidence
A 2020-12-19 report said a project was underway to expand Berbera port, citing a 400m quay and 250,000 square metre extension.
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Maydh Port Modernization Launched, Funded by SDF Phase II
Somaliland Sun reported on 2020-12-27 that the Maydh Port upgrade in Sanaag region has been launched, funded by Somaliland Development Fund Phase II.
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DP World refutes Guelleh claim of no Berbera development
On 2020-12-06 DP World said President Guelleh's claim of no development at Berbera port was false, citing $442m investment and 70% completion.
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Al-Shabaab halts Baladwayne airport reconstruction
Somali Guardian reported on 28 December 2020 that Al-Shabaab halted reconstruction of an airport in Baladwayne, Somalia…
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DP World expands Berbera port with new 400m quay and terminal extension
Somaliland Sun reported on 12 December 2020 that DP World finished a 400m quay and 250,000sqm extension at Berbera port…
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Berbera Port Receives New Liebherr Cranes
On 6 January 2021, Berbera Port Authorities received four Liebherr RTG cranes, bringing the total to eight. The Port Manager said the fleet will triple…
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Berbera Port Designated Regional Vaccine Distribution Hub
Somaliland Sun reported on 28 January 2021 that DP World and UNICEF designated Berbera Port as a future COVID-19 vaccine distribution point for East…
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Berbera Port Receives Three Ship-to-Shore Cranes, March 2021 Report Says
A 17 March 2021 Somaliland Standard report says three ship-to-shore cranes arrived at Berbera Port. The report does not verify later status.
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DP World Opens New Container Terminal at Berbera Port
DP World and Somaliland inaugurated a new container terminal at Berbera port, Somaliland Sun reported on July 8, 2021.
