To review strategies for developing exports and freight transit, Hamid Shahsavari, Managing Director of the Sirjan Special Economic Zone, and Mehdi Mohtasham, Head of Sirjan Customs, met with Abbas Foroutan, Deputy Director of the Kerman Development Organization and Chairman of the Board of the Jopar Passenger and Freight Railway Company. They discussed export capabilities, multimodal and rail transport, and freight transit operations originating from the Sirjan Special Economic Zone.
During the meeting, the zone's capabilities regarding exports, multimodal and rail transport, and freight transit were examined, alongside solutions to streamline customs procedures.
Addressing the context of the economic blockade imposed on the country, Mr. Shahsavari stated: "Despite economic pressures and restrictions, the capabilities of the Sirjan Special Economic Zone can be leveraged to boost production and facilitate exports." He added: "The Sirjan Special Economic Zone is ready to offer greater opportunities to exporters and business stakeholders by utilizing existing capabilities."
He further noted: "We invite all manufacturers, exporters, and business stakeholders to utilize the capabilities of the Sirjan Special Economic Zone to expand their export activities."
Highlighting the capabilities of the Jopar Railway Company (passenger and freight transport), Mr. Foroutan stated: "With its expertise and capabilities in the rail freight sector, Jopar is ready to cooperate and contribute to the development of freight transport and the facilitation of exports from the Sirjan Special Economic Zone." He added: "Utilizing rail transport can increase speed, reduce costs, and facilitate the shipment of export goods." The meeting also highlighted the importance of strengthening cooperation between the Sirjan Special Economic Zone, customs authorities, and rail transport complexes in order to facilitate exports and increase the transit of goods.
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