Dubai: Giant rises from the desert
From humble beginnings, Dubai has risen to be fifth in the maritime city rankings, thanks largely to the success of Jebel Ali. Yet the port was dealt a major blow when it lost the majority of business from long-term customers Cosco and Mediterranean Shipping Co to neighbouring Abu Dhabi
Dubai is firmly on the map as a global tourist and business destination and, while it may currently be playing catch-up in the maritime stakes, it is certainly not lying still