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This collaboration will leverage Al Jawaden Group’s significant market presence in Iraq alongside Bridgestone’s cutting-edge tyre technology Bridgestone, a global leader in tyres and sustainable mobility solutions, partnered with Al Jawaden Group, a prominent player in Iraq’s automotive sector, to transform mobility solutions in the Middle East. The partnership was formalized at a signing event at SO/Uptown Dubai, marking a significant step forward in Bridgestone’s expansion plans in the Middle East. Through this partnership, Al Jawaden Group’s substantial market share in Iraq will be combined with Bridgestone’s state-of-the-art tyre technology and mobility services to maximise benefits. Both entities reiterated their…

The CEO along the team will continue to expand the footprint of Swissport in the Kingdom Hamad Alhemede has been appointed new CEO of Swissport Saudi Arabia, and will take over his duties on 1 October 2024.   He joins the company from Saudi Ground Services (SGS), where he was a key member of the executive team with more than 17 years of experience. In his most recent role as Vice President of Commercial, he was instrumental in shaping the company’s strategic direction and building strong partnerships within the aviation industry. His wealth of expertise in the aviation ground services industry…

The Logistics & Transport Awards 2024 celebrated 19 winners The Logistics & Transport Awards 2024 recognised outstanding projects, initiatives, and individuals at the forefront of the region’s logistics industry. Hosted on September 26, 2024, at Al Habtoor Palace Dubai, the event honoured trailblazers who are making a substantial impact in advancing the sector. We would like to give a special shoutout to our sponsors: Moments before announcing the winners (interviews in Arabic with English subtitles): Congratulations to the winners for contributing to the industry and shaping a better future! WAREHOUSE OF THE YEAR Winner: ALS LOGISTICS SOLUTIONS EXPRESS LOGISTICS PROVIDER OF THE…

The LNME Connect forum takes place annually and is organised by Logistics News ME The LNME Connect 2024 was held on September 26th at Al Habtoor Palace, Dubai. It was an accelerating event, acknowledging the top advancements in the logistics industry in the region. The forum in the morning started with a compelling keynote speech by Mourad Hedna, President of UD Trucks Middle East and North Africa, followed by four panels discussing the region’s most relevant topics: Panel 1 – Resilience in Supply Chains: Lessons from Recent Disruptions This panel included the following speakers: Moderator: Marwa Kaabour, Group Head of…

Domaine Properties, a young dynamic UAE-based real estate advisory organization, is pleased to announce the opening of its new office in Business Bay, marking a significant milestone in the company’s expansion strategy. Specializing in luxury residential, commercial, and hospitality properties, the company has built a reputation for delivering high-quality solutions to a diverse clientele, including investors, property owners, and developers. This new office will serve as a hub to better accommodate the growing demand for premium real estate in Dubai and beyond. “The opening of our Business Bay office is a reflection of the incredible growth we’ve seen over the…

Under the theme “Mobility Empowered by Intelligent Transport Systems,” the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) concluded its participation in the 30th edition of the World Congress on Intelligent Transport Systems (ITS), showcasing the latest developments and technologies in mobility. The event also provided an opportunity to exchange expertise with leading specialists and companies in the field of smart mobility and transport digitalization. In this regard, H.E. Nasser Al-Neyadi, CEO of the Ports, Customs, and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), emphasized that thanks to the vision of the wise leadership and its continuous support, Dubai continues to strengthen its position…

Rorix Holdings and Adani Ports Partner to integrate cutting-edge technologies into their logistics and trading platforms Rorix Holdings (“Rorix”), the Abu Dhabi-based global trade facilitation and finance company, announces the signing of a Memorandum of Understanding (MOU) during the UAE-India Business Forum with Adani Ports and Special Economic Zone Limited (“Adani Ports”), India’s largest private multi-port operator. This strategic partnership aims to leverage the strengths of both organizations to integrate advanced technologies into their logistics and trading platforms and create synergies that will transform the commodities market ecosystem. Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Executive Chairman of Rorix Holdings, stated: “Our partnership with Adani…

The Logistics & Transport Awards 2024 will be held on September 26 at Al Habtoor Palace, Dubai The shortlist for the Logistics & Transport Awards 2024 is out, with the event set for September 26 at Al Habtoor Palace, Dubai. This esteemed awards event honours the finest in the logistics sector, acknowledging individual brilliance, corporate success, and groundbreaking projects. The gala dinner, hosted at a prestigious five-star venue, serves as a premier social and networking event. Winners will be honoured with a commemorative trophy and featured in Logistics News ME. This event is sponsored by: Platinum Partner: Al MasaoodTransportation Partner: UD…

J&T Express officially signed a Memorandum of  Understanding (MOU) with the Royal Commission for Jubail and Yanbu yesterday in Qingpu District, Shanghai, China. The ceremony was attended by Dr. Hussain  Fadhli, CEO of the Royal Commission, Charles.Hou, Vice President of J&T Express  Group, and Sean.Xiao, CEO of J&T Express Middle East. The signing marks the  official establishment of a partnership aimed at jointly promoting the development of  logistics and supply chains in Saudi Arabia.  J&T Express extended a warm welcome to the visiting delegation from the Commission,  expressing its expectation to strengthen cooperation and foster mutual development.  Dr. Hussain Fadhli elaborated…

Yango Tech, one of the leading providers of proprietary e-commerce technologies and part of the global tech company Yango Group, has forged a strategic partnership with Al Sadhan and SPAR at the GAIN (Global AI Now, Next, Never) Summit in Saudi Arabia. This collaboration marks a pivotal moment in advancing retail technology and enhancing digital capabilities in the MENA region for both brands. By introducing cutting-edge solutions, this partnership aims to streamline everyday shopping experiences, making them more efficient and accessible for consumers across the region. The Partnership Agreement was officially signed at the King Abdulaziz International Convention Centre in…