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THE OPPORTUNITY
Multiple Terminal Storage Platform — Phase 1 Development
The opportunity consists of the development of multiple Liquid bulk Storage Terminals.
Long-Term Land Lease
Secure a long-term lease within Saqr Port to develop and operate a dedicated liquid bulk storage facility
RAK Ports Infrastructure Support
Access marine infrastructure, pipeline connectivity and port-integrated logistics within a government-backed port environment
Build–Own–Operate Model
Fund, develop and operate the terminal with full control over commercial strategy, customer contracts and throughput
Multiple Terminal Scalable Storage Platform
Develop multi-product storage terminals with expansion potential in a structurally undersupplied regional market
Why This Development
100% ownership and operations control in a strategic GCC port asset
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Ideally located in the GCC
Strategically located on the UAE’s East-West energy corridor, Saqr Port 2.0 provides direct access to GCC, Indian Ocean and global shipping routes while minimizing deviation time from main Arabian Gulf trade lanes.
1.5 hrs
Shipping deviation
6M+ sqm
Industrial freezone land
Bunkering opportunity
For LNG to HVO
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Saqr 2.0
Saqr Port 2.0 offers investors and operators the opportunity to develop and operate a strategically positioned liquid bulk terminal platform in the UAE, combining deep-water access, strong regional trade connectivity and long-term infrastructure growth potential.
100M+
Tonnes expansion capacity
$200M
Infrastructure investment
25+ yrs
Terminal concession
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Finance & Investments
A scalable, asset-backed liquid bulk infrastructure opportunity designed to deliver long-term fee-based revenues through storage and throughput operations in a strategically positioned UAE port environment.
100%
Terminal equity available for Investors
25+ yrs
Terminal operating concession
10-13% IRR
Target unlevered infrastructure returns
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Logistics Solutions
Saqr Port 2.0 is designed to provide efficient, large-scale liquid bulk logistics infrastructure with direct marine access, high-throughput handling capability and seamless integration into regional energy trade routes.
VLCC Capable
Deep-water marine access for large parcel economics
17–18m Draft
Designed for high-capacity vessel operations
27 Months
Indicativeconstruction and commissioning timeline
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Ship-to-ship solutions
The perfect safe anchorage, to make bulk or breakbulk.
Save anchorage
Full operational support
Close to shipping lane
who We are
Cornerstone Consulting has been appointed to engage equity partners and operators for the
proposed liquid bulk terminal at Saqr Port.
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Team
Meet our dedicated team working together to turn ideas into impactful solutions.
Frank de Leng
Partner & Industry Executive, Cornerstone Consulting
Frank brings hands-on operational leadership from his role as Operations Manager at Arabian Chemical Terminals Company LLC (ACTAD), a commercial liquid terminal operator in the UAE. With extensive experience in liquid bulk terminal operations, logistics execution, and supply-chain integration, Frank’s background provides direct insight into operational best practices, safety/regulatory frameworks, and customer interface dynamics within complex storage and handling environments. His real-world terminal operations experience complements the advisory and strategic strengths Cornerstone brings to the investor engagement process.
Frank brings hands-on operational leadership from his role as Operations Manager at Arabian Chemical Terminals Company LLC (ACTAD), a commercial liquid terminal operator in the UAE. With extensive experience in liquid bulk terminal operations, logistics execution, and supply-chain integration, Frank’s background provides direct insight into operational best practices, safety/regulatory frameworks, and customer interface dynamics within complex storage and handling environments. His real-world terminal operations experience complements the advisory and strategic strengths Cornerstone brings to the investor engagement process.
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Robert Odink
Managing Director, Cornerstone Consulting
Robert has been leading Cornerstone Consulting for nearly two decades, guiding organizations through complex infrastructure, operational transformation and strategic investment initiatives. As Managing Director of Cornerstone Management Consultancy Ltd., a firm established in 2008 and headquartered in London, Robert combines executive leadership with experience in advising infrastructure, logistics and industrial clients across Europe and the Middle East. His work spans performance optimisation, market entry strategies, and structured capital engagement for large-scale projects, enabling investors and sponsors to align operational execution with long-term value creation.
Robert has been leading Cornerstone Consulting for nearly two decades, guiding organizations through complex infrastructure, operational transformation and strategic investment initiatives. As Managing Director of Cornerstone Management Consultancy Ltd., a firm established in 2008 and headquartered in London, Robert combines executive leadership with experience in advising infrastructure, logistics and industrial clients across Europe and the Middle East. His work spans performance optimisation, market entry strategies, and structured capital engagement for large-scale projects, enabling investors and sponsors to align operational execution with long-term value creation.
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Frank de Leng
Partner & Industry Executive, Cornerstone Consulting
RAK Ports is advancing the development of a new liquid bulk terminal at Saqr Port, Ras Al Khaimah.
Saqr Port
The development offers investors the opportunity to:
Secure 100% ownership in a strategically positioned port asset
Shape operational and commercial strategy from inception
Partner directly with an established port authority sponsor
Project Framework
The project includes the development of:
Dedicated liquid bulk berths
Storage and tank infrastructure
Pumping and pipeline systems
Utility integration and shore connectivity
Compliance with international safety and environmental standards
Expansion and multi-product flexibility
INVESTOR PROCESS
Straightforward & Efficient Engagement
Step 1 - Submit Interest
Provide your details via the form below.
Step 2 — NDA Execution
A tailored NDA will be issued for signature.
Step 3 — Access Project Materials
Detailed project information, financials and technical data are shared.
Step 4 — Sponsor Engagement
Facilitate discussions with RAK Ports and alignment on development approach.
PARTNERSHIP STRUCTURE
Build–Own–Operate Under Long-Term Land Lease.
Enter into a long-term land lease with RAK Ports
Fund the full development of the terminals
Lead EPC, commissioning and operational mobilisation
Operate the facility as a commercial liquid bulk platform
FAQ
Questions about the project
What is the Saqr 2.0 Liquid Bulk Terminal project?
Why is Ras Al Khaimah a strategic location for a liquid bulk terminal?
What market opportunity does the terminal address?
What types of vessels will the terminal accommodate?
What is the planned capacity of the terminal?
Get in Touch
Investors interested in majority participation in Saqr Port 2.0 are invited to submit their details below.
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