Global Ports Holding’s Submits Pre-Qualification Application For Dubrovnik Gruz Port Tender
18 December 2015
Global Ports Holding (GPH), a fully-owned subsidiary of Global Investment Holdings and currently the operator of eight commercial and cruise ports, of which three are in Turkey, submitted the pre-qualification application for the Dubrovnik Gruz Port tender through its Croatian subsidiary, International Cruise Port Investment d.o.o., in partnership with French based BOUYGUES BATIMENT INTERNATIONAL (BBI).
The tender for Dubrovnik Gruz port includes the construction and 40 years operating rights of a cruise terminal, central parking lot, administration building, and a bus station in the city of Dubrovnik, one of the most prominent tourist destinations in the Mediterranean.
Commenting on the tender, Mr. Saygın Narin, CEO of Global Ports Holding, said, “Our growth strategy in cruise port operations encompasses the potential acquisition of additional strategically located ports, particularly in the Mediterranean. Dubrovnik, a city in the list of UNESCO World Heritage Sites, is an important destination in the Mediterranean, and the new port project provides a significant growth potential for cruise passengers to the City. Dubrovnik Cruise Port is one of the largest ports in Mediterranean with over 1.1 million number of passenger in 2013”.
About GYH:
Global Yatırım Holding A.Ş. (GYH) was regrouped as a holding company in October 2004 to hold a diversified portfolio of investments in a number of businesses, including infrastructure, real estate, energy, and financial services. GYH is listed on Borsa Istanbul (as GLYHO.IS) and utilizes its experience in the finance sector for industrial business opportunities.
About GPH:
Global Ports Holding (Global Port) has been established to utilize commercial and cruise port opportunities in Turkey and the wider region. Global Ports is a leading port group with operations in Turkey and internationally, currently managing eight leading cruise and commercial ports. Since 2003, the Global Ports has developed a portfolio of strategically located ports in Turkey and internationally, each providing exceptional hinterland access with strong market fundamentals.
About Bouygues:
Bouygues is a diversified industrial group with operations in construction, property and investments. Bouygues operates in 80 countries with Euro10.6bn sales volume and in excess of 55,000 employees.
