Emirates’ new service introduces vital connectivity unlocking Madagascar’s tourism and trade potential Emirates will launch flights to Madagascar from 3 September 2024, offering more choice and connectivity for travellers, and driving inbound leisure and business travel to the country. The four-weekly flights between Dubai (DXB) and Antananarivo (TNR), will operate via a linked service with the Seychelles. Enhancing international travel to and from Madagascar, Emirates has optimized flight schedules to key destinations: Flights operate on Tuesday, Thursday, Saturday, and Sunday. Travellers can also combine two holidays by flying between the Seychelles and Madagascar in style and comfort. Tourism is a…
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Gulftainer role will strengthen the regional trade framework in alignment with the Kingdom’s 2030 vision Gulftainer’s KSA subsidiary, Gulf Stevedoring Contracting Company (GSCCO), has announced the arrival of the first Roll-on/Roll-off (Ro-Ro) cargo vessel, Grande Dakar, at Jubail Container Terminal. This operation which saw the seamless discharge of a total of 287 buses, completed in a remarkably swift turnover time, not only demonstrates GSCCO’s long-standing expertise but also highlights its commitment to driving efficiency in every aspect of cargo handling operations. With the arrival of Grande Dakar at Jubail Container Terminal, the flawless handling of such a large-scale cargo underscores…
H-E-B’s e-commerce fulfillment center extends the retailer’s dedication to incorporating cutting-edge technologies H-E-B recently announced the opening of a new e-commerce fulfillment center in Cibolo, Texas, to support curbside and home delivery orders throughout Cibolo, New Braunfels and surrounding cities around the San Antonio area. The 55,000-square-foot facility marks the brand’s eighth e-commerce fulfillment center the company has opened since 2018 and features AutoStore empowered by Swisslog and operating on synchronized intelligence from Swisslog’s SynQ software. The most recent of these facilities was opened in Plano, Texas in July 2023. Five members of the Swisslog team attended the ribbon-cutting ceremony…
Taniya Chandra’s appointment highlights Mercedes-Benz’s dedication to nurturing leadership potential Mercedes-Benz Cars Middle East (MBCME) has appointed Taniya Chandra as the new Head of Marketing & Communication effective February 2024. Her responsibilities extend across the Mercedes-Benz General Distributor (MBGD) network. Headquartered in Dubai, MBGD is the central hub overseeing and steering strategy and business transformation, aiming to improve business operations and communication across Central Eastern Europe (CEE), the Middle East, Africa, Latin America (LATAM), and Southeast Asia (SEA). Taniya brings a wealth of experience and a dynamic approach to the role, succeeding Natalie Thompson, who has taken up the position of CEO of…
Albudaiwi highlighted that the GCC and its citizens strive to finalize this project within the designated timeframe The Secretary General of the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC), Jasem Mohamed Albudaiwi, received the Director General of the GCC Railways Authority, Eng. Mohammad Al Shabrami, today at the headquarters of the General Secretariat in the city of Riyadh. During the meeting, the GCC Secretary General listened to a comprehensive explanation from the Director General of the Authority about the latest developments, updates, and achievements in the railway project of the GCC states, in addition to the future plans and efforts made in this…
The implementation of SITA Connect Go will provide higher capacity, increased security, automation, and reduced costs for the airline SITA, a leading technology provider for the air transport industry, has announced a new partnership with ITA Airways to transform the company’s global network infrastructure. The partnership will include the migration from the airline’s Multiprotocol label switching (MPLS) network to SITA’s recently launched Connect Go SASE platform. SITA will supply a future proof software defined networking (SDN) and secure service edge (SSE) solution. SITA Connect Go is the only integrated networking and security solution designed specifically for the air transport industry.…
A special section will be established on Alibaba’s platform exclusively for registered Saudi companies The Saudi Export Development Authority (SAUDI EXPORTS) has signed a memorandum of understanding (MoU) with Alibaba, aiming to facilitate the global market access for Saudi products. The MoU seeks to enhance the visibility of Saudi products on the Alibaba platform and provide improved opportunities for these products to reach a wider audience of global customers. The agreement aims to bolster Saudi exports by ensuring greater accessibility of these products to customers in international markets. As part of the MoU, a dedicated section will be created on…
The collaboration between EMX and Consulate of Joran in Dubai aims to streamline delivery of consular services EMX – the Courier, Express, and Parcel (CEP) arm of ‘7X’ (formerly known as Emirates Post Group) – has signed a partnership agreement with the General Consulate of Jordan in Dubai. This agreement aims to streamline consular services, with a particular focus on the newly introduced ‘Attestation Service’, enabling Jordanian residents to request attestation of personal and commercial documents from the consulate online. EMX will oversee the process, from document pickup to attestation and delivery. H.E. Abdulla Mohammed Alashram, Group CEO of ‘7X’…
The inaugural Logimotion event will take place from 10-12 December 2024 at Dubai World Trade Centre Messe Frankfurt Middle East, the organisers of Logimotion, a pioneering new event for the international logistics industry, held an advisory board meeting last week to outline the key priorities for the upcoming event, which will take place from 10 – 12 December at the Dubai World Trade Centre. According to research, Dubai’s logistics industry is a significant and fast-growing sector of the UAE economy. Data from Mordor Intelligence has revealed it is forecast to be worth US$31.41 billion by 2026, up from US$19.65 billion…
Nominations are now open for the Logistics & Transport Awards 2024, the event is taking place on September 30 in Dubai Logistics and transport in the Middle East play a crucial role in facilitating trade and connecting the region with global markets. With its strategic location at the crossroads of Europe, Asia, and Africa, the Middle East serves as a vital hub for the movement of goods and people. The region boasts well-established infrastructure, including modern ports, airports, and road networks, which efficiently facilitate the flow of goods within the region and beyond. The Middle East is witnessing significant investments…