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DP World invested $6bn to become supply chain behemoth

Dubai’s DP World invested $6bn to become supply chain giant

The state-owned firm has undertaken substantial investments spanning multiple countries across the globe

ISCD Index 2023 Dubai ranks among top maritime hubs globally Image Dubai Media Office

Dubai retains spot among top five global maritime centres: ISCD Index

Dubai is the only Arab city on the Index that features 20 of the world’s most prominent international maritime centres

COP28 appoints Kuehne+Nagel as freight forwarding and logistics partner Image Kuehne + Nagel

COP28 appoints Kuehne+Nagel as freight forwarding, logistics partner

 At Expo City Dubai, Kuehne+Nagel will be the sole ground handler for all logistics activities on-site, like building country pavillions and stages for panel discussions

Fertiglobe, AD Ports to explore supply chain opportunities

Fertiglobe, AD Ports partner to explore supply chain opportunities

The two entities agreed to leverage AD Ports’ cargo handling and storage infrastructure to advance urea and ammonia storage and shipping capabilities

Saudi Arabia SPARK logistics zone to open in 2024 Image SPARK

Saudi Arabia: King Salman Energy Park’s Logistics Zone to begin operations in 2024

The zone will be operated by SPARK Logistics, a JV between SPARK and Hutchison Ports and will handle ten million metric tonnes of cargo

DP World and Türkiye's Evyap Group sign partnership_Image WAM DP World

DP World acquires 58% equity stake in Turkey’s Evyap Port

The partnership will aim to enhance supply chain solutions in Turkey

Saudi Arabia economy growth

Saudi Arabia unveils master plan for logistics centres

The kingdom will build 59 logistics centres with a total area of more than 100 million square meters

DP World BOT agreement with Indian governement Image-by-WAM

DP World to invest $510m to develop mega-container terminal in this country

DP World currently operates five container terminals in India – two in Mumbai, one each in Mundra, Cochin and Chennai

Gautam Adani

Adani takes bond brokers on Gujarat trip to instill confidence

The tour showcased the infrastructure of India’s largest private port and the conglomerate’s strong financial conditions

Etihad rail marine bridge

Etihad Rail’s marine bridge: Key numbers of the landmark project

Etihad Rail’s new fleet will contribute towards reducing carbon dioxide emissions as it consolidates the transport of goods and cargo

Etihad Rail

Oman-Etihad Rail invites applicants for freight facilities works; 7 facts about the JV

The GCC railway project will include a line connecting Oman’s Suhar to UAE capital Abu Dhabi

AD Ports Group Q2 revenue surges by 66% to Dhs2.1bn

AD Ports Group Q2 revenue surges by 66% to Dhs2.1bn

The group’s net profit increased by 3 per cent year-on-year to Dhs310m in Q2 2023

Sahem Azzam on reimagining supply chain

How technology can unlock the full potential of supply chain

Smart technologies can unlock the potential data dividend in every link in the supply chain

Sustainability

How sustainability is gaining importance in logistics services

Sustainability and supply chain resiliency are expected to reshape the global business environment

AD Ports Food Hub Image Image Ad Ports

How AD Ports’ logistics cluster is supporting global trade

Qusai Kankazar, chief operations officer of AD Ports’ Logistics Cluster, tells us how the group is growing its global presence while bolstering its regional operations

warehousing technology

How technology is transforming the world of warehousing

Robotics automation can digitalise workflows and improve human productivity

Neweast to set up auto parts hub in Jafza Image Jafza/ DP World

Neweast to establish Dhs500m auto parts distribution hub in Jafza

Neweast’s strategic hub in Jafza will support order fulfillment and delivery in the region for more than 160 premium aftermarket brands

Emirates Delivers

Emirates Delivers, e-commerce delivery platform, now in Kuwait

The platform provides a door-to-door transport solution to bring customers the e-commerce purchases from the UK and the US in three to five working days

supply chains

How artificial intelligence is helping deliver smarter supply chains

Taarek Hinedi, vice president of FedEx Express Middle East and Africa operations, showcases why the company is a pioneer in express transportation

ADNOC LNG

ADNOC L&S reports 327% increase in net profit for H1 2023

ADNOC L&S attributed its strong performance to its expansion of asset and customer base, decarbonisation of operations, and entering new verticals

Dubai maritime authority introduces new decision on transparency of local sea container chaerges Image courtesy WAM

Dubai: Transparency of local sea container charges improves with new rule

The decision outlines five important changes which will help ensure the adoption of global best practices across Dubai’s maritime ecosystem

AD Ports Group boosts cooperation with Shandong Ports Group

UAE’s AD Ports Group boosts cooperation with Shandong Ports Group

Shandong Port will transport passenger vehicles from its ports in China to Autoterminal Khalifa Port, to be stored and displayed within facilities in KEZAD

Etihad Cargo Wallenborn partnership Image Etihad cargo

Etihad Cargo expands European road feeder services to 90 airports

Etihad Cargo has partnered with Wallenborn Transports, offering seamless connectivity between its European gateways and Wallenborn’s network of airports in 27 countries

AD Ports Group completes acquisition of Noatum

AD Ports Group completes acquisition of Spain’s Noatum

The landmark deal brings together two major industry players to form a global powerhouse in the trade and logistics industry

red sea

Carbon tax for ships is supported by 22 countries at Paris Summit

The list of supporters for such a tax currently doesn’t include the US or China, the world’s two largest economies

AD Ports Group creates Khalifa Port drydocks

UAE’s AD Ports Group, Premier Marine form drydocks JV

The hub will be operated by SAFEEN Drydocks and will be fully equipped to accommodate a range of vessels

DP World picks up momentum on electrification projects at Port of Santos, Brazil Image DP World

DP World picks up momentum on electrification projects at Port of Santos, Brazil

A total of 22 diesel-fuelled rubber tyred gantry container handling cranes units will be electrified by the end of next year, with an investment over $16.2m

Dar es Salaam

DP World in talks to expand coverage to Tanzania’s Dar es Salaam port

With access to Dar es Salaam, DP World will expand its reach on the east African coast

AD Ports, Karachi Ports JV

UAE’s AD Ports signs 50-year concession deal with Karachi Port Trust

The expansion and enhancement of Port of Karachi are expected to further cement its position as a key player in the maritime industry

al khayyat investments _ interview with Managing director Zaid Al Khayyat Image Supplied

Zaid S Al Khayyat of Al Khayyat Investments shares the company’s expansion plans

The holding company’s managing director highlights how the company has been charting its growth path as it supports Dubai’s grand economic vision