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Bahri pulls out of bidding for Germany’s DB Schenker

Saudi Arabia’s Bahri drops out of race for Deutsche Bahn’s Schenker

The departure means state-owned Deutsche Bahn needs to lower its sights on proceeds because Bahri’s offer was the highest

food - Workers organise a watermelon stall at a fresh produce market in Dubai on March 21, 2023 ahead of the Muslim holy fasting month of Ramadan. (Photo by Karim SAHIB / AFP) (Photo by KARIM SAHIB/AFP via Getty Images)

Dubai to develop ‘world’s largest’ fresh food hub

The planned logistics hub aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to double the size of the emirate’s economy to $8.7tn, by 2033

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FedEx MEA’s Taarek Hinedi shares key trends in logistics, expansion plans

The vice president of FedEx MEA Operations discusses the company’s strategic initiatives, including the new FedEx hub at Dubai World Central

Rare LNG vessel sails through Red Sea, data shows

Asya Energy is the first LNG tanker to sail through the Strait since January, when LNG voyages through the Red Sea were first suspended

Insights: How IT solutions are enhancing factoring and supply chain finance

Insights: How IT solutions are enhancing factoring and supply chain finance

Banks should invest in robust SCF solutions that offer comprehensive features for automating end-to-end factoring processes from uploading of invoices to settlement

AD Ports, Adani Ports and East Harbour invest in Tanzania

AD Ports, Adani Ports JV to acquire $39.5m stake in Tanzania container terminal

The container terminal has an annual container capacity of 1 million TEUs

DP World, Maalexi join forces to boost food security in the region

DP World, Maalexi join hands to boost food security in the region

Maalexi’s digital platform allows thousands of UAE-based SMEs to procure food and agricultural products more safely, quickly and cost-effectively

AD Ports to develop green methanol facility in Egypt

UAE’s AD Ports Group to develop green methanol facility in Egypt

The chemical compound is a promising alternative to fossil fuels in industries where decarbonisation is challenging

Noatum launches maritime services in Türkiye

AD Ports Group’s Noatum inaugurates maritime services in Türkiye

The new entity will serve as a port and liner agency, offering a comprehensive suite of maritime services tailored to meet the diverse needs of clients

AD Ports explores development of multi-purpose port in Bangladesh

The partnership between AD Ports Group and the Chittagong Port Authority is poised to further strengthen economic cooperation

Mina Al Hamriya expansion project completed by DP World Image DP World

DP World concludes major expansion of Mina Hamriya project

The enhancements will enable the handling of a wider variety of vessels from traditional dhows to Ro-Ro, bulk and container carriers

How DHL Supply Chain is supporting GCC’s logistics industry

Exclusive: Hendrik Venter on how DHL Supply Chain is supporting GCC’s logistics industry

The CEO for Europe Middle East & Africa (EMEA) tells us that the company is fostering its operations and logistics networks throughout the GCC region while leveraging its strategic partnerships

AD Ports group, Iraq sign deal too develop free zone Pic for illustrative purposes

AD Ports Group, Iraq to develop Al Faw Grand Port and Economic Zone

The agreement aims to stimulate trade connectivity and strengthen economic partnership between the UAE and Iraq

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UAE’s new cargo data reporting system is primed to support providers

The platform will furnish an analytical overview of air cargo movements within, to and from the UAE

AD Ports acquires 60 per cent stake in Tbilisi Dry Port Image

AD Ports Group acquires majority stake in Tbilisi Dry Port

The port offers direct rail links to Turkey, Georgian ports, and ultimately Black Sea ports in Bulgaria and Romania. Additionally, it has eastward connections to Caspian Sea ports via Azerbaijan

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Tesla to Qatar Energy: How companies are responding to Red Sea tensions

From impacting the cost of freight to the cost of energy, tensions in the Red Sea are having a direct impact on global trade

Aramex rolls out e-bikes, electrifies last mile delivery Image supplied

UAE: Aramex electrifies last-mile delivery with new e-bike fleet

The move comes after Aramex successfully launched electric vans in the UAE last year and Jordan in 2017

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DP World: Pioneering breakbulk logistics globally

In 2023, DP World’s Jebel Ali Port handled over 4.35 million tonnes of breakbulk cargo, adding to the 40 million tonnes handled over the last decade for local and international clients

Abu Dhabi, Einride join forces to electrify road freight transport image supplied

Electrifying road freight: Abu Dhabi, Einride join forces

The initiative aims to decarbonise Abu Dhabi’s entire road freight transport by 30 per cent by 2030

Agri terminals facility groundbreaking ‌ in dubai by DP World

Dubai breaks ground on mega $150m Agri Terminals facility

Agri Terminals will be Dubai’s largest multi-tenant facility for integrated agricultural processing and silo storage

FedEx invests $350m in air, ground regional hub at DWC

Here’s why FedEx has invested $350m in Dubai logistics hub

The 57,000-square-metre facility incorporates advanced technologies that include automated sort systems to enhance the efficiency

AD Ports’ Maqta Gateway acquires 60% stake in Dubai Technologies

AD Ports Group sees profits soar to Dhs1.36bn in 2023

Revenue growth was driven by the Maritime & Shipping (M&S), Ports, Logistics, and Digital Clusters, with M&S contributing the most

DP World Marine Services opens new columbia-panama route Image DP World

DP World Marine Services launches new Colombia-Panama route

The new service marks the 19th shipping route launched globally by the company since October 2022

Aldar to invest $$111m in Europe logistics and storage assets

Aldar, Carlyle to co-invest $111m in Europe logistics and storage assets

The developer will take a majority stake in a co-investment platform, which includes a portfolio of 14 warehouses in the UK

AD Ports’ Maqta Gateway acquires 60% stake in Dubai Technologies

AD Ports’ Maqta Gateway acquires 60% stake in Dubai Technologies

The solution is expected to be a great addition to Maqta Gateway’s in-house single window offering for ports’ digitalisation

AD Ports, Karachi Port Trust expand operations in Pakistan

UAE’s AD Ports signs 25-year concession deal with Karachi Port Trust

Karachi Gateway Terminal Multipurpose, a joint venture between AD Ports and Kaheel Terminal, will take over East Wharf’s existing operations as part of the deal

Abu Dhabi: KEZAD's Dhs621m injection to supercharge warehousing sector image Kezad

Abu Dhabi: KEZAD’s Dhs621m injection to supercharge warehousing sector

 KEZAD Group has commenced construction of the new phases in light of strong demand for warehousing and other prebuilt facilities across Abu Dhabi, in both free zone and domestic industrial areas

AD Ports Group to digitalise Aqaba port operations

AD Ports Group’s Maqta Gateway to digitalise Aqaba port operations

The implementation of port community system marks the first ever export of Abu Dhabi’s key port digitalisation solution

DP World signs 3bn MoUs with India’s Gujarat state government

This Indian state has signed MoUs worth $3bn with DP World

The MOUs cover the development of new ports, terminals, and economic zones in the Indian state

Aramex, Odys Aviation to explore unmanned aerial vehicle cargo delivery Image Aramex

Aramex, Odys Aviation to explore unmanned aerial vehicle cargo delivery in region

The partnership will enhance Aramex’s operations in the UAE, Oman and further afield