Author: Aya Zhang

DHL Global Forwarding, the freight specialist arm of the DHL Group, recently announced its complete acquisition of Danzas AEI Emirates to further accelerate profitability and growth in the Middle East and Africa region. In line with this, Samer Kaissi has been appointed as Country Manager of DHL Global Forwarding UAE. He will take additional responsibility as Chief Executive Officer Gulf DHL Global Forwarding with immediate effect.  Samer will report to Amadou Diallo, CEO of DHL Global Forwarding Middle East Africa (MEA). The Gulf cluster includes the United Arab Emirates, Qatar, Iraq, Kuwait, Bahrain, Oman and the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia (KSA). Amadou…

Maersk (Maersk), as a part of its integrated logistics solutions, has launched a fully digital solution for customers willing to purchase air freight solutions. The new online solution provides customers with an option to book their air cargo requirements through a simple online tool that will provide customers with instant prices for as many as 70,000 connections between virtually all relevant airports globally. With the launch of this new solution, Maersk takes further steps towards connecting and truly simplifying its customers’ supply chains. Darryl Judd, Regional Head of Air Freight for Maersk in the Indian Subcontinent, Middle East and Africa,…

Abu Dhabi National Energy Company PJSC (“TAQA”, the “Group” or the “Company”), one of the largest listed integrated utilities in Europe, the Middle East and Africa, reported its earnings for the period ending 31 December 2023. TAQA delivered a solid financial performance driven by strong and stable returns from its long-term contracted utilities business whilst it has remained focused on delivering its growth strategy. Financial highlights Group revenues were AED 51.7 billion, an increase of 3% versus the prior-year period as higher pass-through bulk supply tariffs and improved allowances under the Regulatory Control 2 (RC2) regime within the Transmission and…

In a significant progress toward redefining luxury living in Bahrain Bay, Kooheji Development is proud to announce the commencement of unit handovers at the Onyx Residences. This key milestone follows the successful completion of the snagging phase, where apartment owners personally inspected their units with Kooheji’s Clients Relations Team and provided valuable feedback, ensuring the highest standards of luxury and comfort. The Onyx Bahrain Bay project, a shining example of architectural excellence, comprises two interconnected towers, each serving a unique aspect of luxurious living. Tower A, known as Onyx Residences by Rotana, features 420 units of luxurious freehold apartments, designed…

Citi Developers, a global master developer with a legacy of over a decade of trust and quality, launched its state-of-the-art Experience Centre, dedicated to showcasing its revolutionary Aveline Residences, to be developed in the heart of Jumeirah Village Circle. While Aveline Residences takes center stage in this immersive environment, the focus extends beyond the project itself to encapsulate the broader vision of Citi Developers. The Experience Centre will feature Virtual Reality Experiences, Mockup Apartment Showcases, One-on-One Sessions, and Interactive Presentations. It’s more than a space; it’s an invitation to explore the innovative world of Citi Developers philosophy and vision. Zoraiz…

ZāZEN Properties, a homegrown sustainable property developer in the UAE, cites that Dubai’s real estate landscape is on the cusp of transformation in 2024. Last month, the emirate recorded a remarkable surge of over $9.6 billion in sales, representing a significant increase of 27% compared to the same period one year ago. Madhav Dhar, COO and founding member of ZāZEN Properties explains what is spurring this increased demand, crediting the off-plan sector as a key catalyst, and attributing sustainability as a key criterion of success moving forward. Dubai’s off-plan real estate sector has logged consistent growth for the past four consecutive years,…

As a transit gateway for international flights, the Middle East continues to witness significant growth across its aviation industry. Driven by the increasing demand for new aircraft as part of fleet expansion plans and modernisation programmes, the Middle Eastern MRO market is projected to account for more than 11.5% of worldwide demand over the next ten years, resulting in $137 billion of MRO demand generated in the region. Meanwhile, the Middle East’s commercial aircraft cabin interior market is predicted to increase from an estimated USD $0.93 billion in 2024 to USD $1.26 billion by 2030, driven by the need to…

The Saudi Ports Authority “Mawani” has been recognized with the ISO certificate (ISO 37301) for adhering to all international standards of compliance management systems and demonstrating full commitment to the related procedures. Consequently, it becomes the first entity in the Kingdom to receive this certificate from an accredited body. This accomplishment reflects Mawani’s dedication to complying with the legal and regulatory requirements of relevant national and international legislative bodies. It also reaffirms their vision to uphold the highest compliance standards in executing their operations, aiming to enhance quality and efficiency in the ports sector in alignment with the National Transport…

In this episode of #unplugged, Angad Singh, Global Director of Innovation at Aramex and Vibha Mehta, deep dive into everything about innovation in the logistics industry and how that is advancing the sector forward. “With the growth and development in our region, we are eager to improve our capacity to transport packages over sea routes in an efficient and effective manner. This completes the trifecta of air, sea and land for our future vehicle program development.” To check out this entire episode, tap the video below: Interviewer: Vibha Mehta. Digital Media Producer: Alexander Bungas. Videographer: Eduardo Buenagua Location Courtesy: Aramex HQ,…

Royal Grammar School Guildford, Dubai (RGSGD) partners with Facilio and deploys their IoT-powered connected CaFM platform to digitally transform their campus operations and deliver a world-class experience to students.  RGSGD is owned and funded by Cognita, a leading global schools’ group. Designed to be sustainable from day one, the 40,000 sqm. Dubai campus located within Majid Al Futtaim’s exciting new Tilal Al Ghaf development, is the first nearly Zero Energy School with a BREEAM sustainable building rating in the Middle East. As part of their ongoing modernisation drive, the institution has replaced their legacy facility management systems with Facilio’s Connected…