Dubai CommerCity, the first and leading free zone dedicated exclusively to digital commerce in the Middle East, Africa and South Asia (MEASA) region, a joint venture between the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIEZ) and Wasl Properties, has announced the launch of ‘Logi-Flow,’ a move towards integrating blockchain technology with the logistics operations of small and medium-sized companies. This integration aims to lower costs for these companies while enhancing their logistics’ overall flexibility and efficiency, particularly in digital trade. This initiative aligns with Dubai CommerCity’s objectives to fulfil the vision of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice…
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DHL Global Forwarding, the leading logistics provider worldwide, announces a successful partnership with the UAE’s leading commercial vehicle and machinery company, FAMCO, to introduce the Volvo Electric FM Truck in the Middle East as a testament to their commitment to sustainable logistics solutions. This marks DHL’s deployment of the first Volvo truck in its UAE fleet after having already deployed over 50 Volvo trucks in its European fleet. The signing ceremony for this partnership took place at the DHL MEA Innovation Center on August 24. DHL Global Forwarding and FAMCO officials, in the presence of several dignitaries. DHL Global Forwarding’s…
Dubai World Trade Centre Authority (DWTCA) Free Zone, Dubai’s leading driver of global competitiveness and pioneering business ecosystem, saw licence renewals surge by over 250% in the first half of 2023, rising from 254 to 892 renewals. It also welcomed 322 new companies to its growing international community of 2,000+ companies, recording 32% YoY growth against H1 2022 (244 registrations). Drawing on its role as a growth enabler, the Free Zone introduced the ‘Intelak Incubators’ initiative in H1, offering tailored accelerator and incubation programmes to foster start-ups and early-stage ventures within a dynamic ecosystem that supports their objectives and serves…
Volkswagen Middle East has announced its participation at the 2023 Geneva International Motor Show Qatar (GIMS Qatar) from October 5th to 14th at Doha Exhibition and Convention Center. At the event, Volkswagen will reveal its latest line-up of advanced car models and groundbreaking technologies to the Middle East audience. Renowned for its innovations in the automotive industry and iconic vehicles, Volkswagen will leverage the new GIMS Qatar platform to unveil highly anticipated new products that will soon be available. The new offerings have been designed to reflect the brand’s unwavering commitment to enhancing the driving experience for motorists across the…
Shipping plays an essential role in the development of the economy of any country and its living standards. Due to the growing need for reliable supply chains, additional routes are becoming more valuable. In this sense, the Northern Sea Route may be a significant element of the new sustainable international logistics. The course may reduce not only the distance and travel time but also fuel consumption and the carbon footprint of marine transport. Recently Atomflot (а part of Rosatom group), and TK Nord Project, a company specialising in sea cargo transportation along the Northern Sea Route, signed a contract to…
Fisheries Development Oman (FDO), a leading entity in developing Oman’s fisheries sector, is proud to announce the launch of the ‘Acila’ to the fleet of its subsidiary, Oman Pelagic. This remarkable vessel, built to the highest international standards, is a testament to FDO’s commitment to sustainable fishing practices and the economic growth of Oman’s fisheries sector. The ‘Acila’ is a cutting-edge Fishing Vessel constructed in 2023, proudly sailing under the flag of Oman. It is the 792nd creation of the renowned Zamakona Shipyard in Pasaia, commissioned by the esteemed Omani state-owned company, Oman Pelagic. Measuring an impressive 84 meters in…
US-based freight forwarder OnBoard Logistics has partnered with intelligent logistics platform Raft to successfully optimize warehousing operations and redefine how cargo is received and processed. OnBoard Logistics now boasts a fully automated warehouse pre-check process, utilizing Raft’s platform to optimize the receipt and processing of cargo before its physical arrival, streamlining operations and eliminating potentially costly mistakes. Since implementation, completed within two weeks, OnBoard Logistics has achieved a capacity lift of over three times its previous capabilities and has eliminated human errors in its warehousing processes. “Our goal has always been to optimize our services and provide unparalleled quality to…
FuturMaster, a market leader in Supply Chain Planning and Trade Promotion Management & Optimization (TPx) solutions, has entered into a strategic Value-Added Reseller (VAR) agreement with DFYA, an innovative player in supply chain management. This partnership aims to amplify digital transformation across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, with DFYA selling and implementing FuturMaster’s advanced solutions. This strategic agreement unites FuturMaster’s state-of-the-art solutions and industry expertise with DFYA’s advanced exobrain technology, enabling rapid reach in an essential and expanding marketplace. The partnership seeks to enhance supply chain decision-making capabilities and operational efficiency across the region, particularly in the…
Ceer, Saudi Arabia’s first electric vehicle brand, announced that it is collaborating with Siemens Digital Industries Software to accelerate Ceer’s digital transformation and empower Ceer’s engineers to design and build genuinely next-generation vehicles using the Siemens Xcelerator portfolio of industry software for the design, development, validation, and manufacturing of Ceer’s electric cars. James DeLuca, Ceer’s CEO, said, “We are happy to collaborate with Siemens Digital Industries Software and deploy its portfolio of solutions at Ceer. Given the transformational changes in the automotive industry, having the right partner and software solution are fundamental to our mission to design, build, and sell…
Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has become the first logistics company in the GCC to test live tracking for last-mile delivery, using the Mobility Services from Google Maps Platform and in partnership with OniGroup. This aligns with the Company’s continuous efforts to transform the overall customer experience in the region. The brand-new feature by Aramex is built upon a proprietary foundation Aramex’s own Geocoder, which utilizes machine learning and predictive AI to predict and generate precise delivery coordinates with the highest accuracy to increase delivery precision. This new feature leverages the strength of Google…