Author: Jochebed Menon

Al Masaood Commercial Vehicles and Equipment (CV&E) won two major awards at the Annual UD Trucks Partner’s Conference 2021 which was held at Expo 2020 Dubai. The division won the ‘Service Sales Team of the Year’ and ‘Marketing & Communications Team of the Year’ awards for surpassing its key targets amidst the unprecedented impact of the global health crisis. It also made it to the top three of two other award categories, ‘Parts Salesman of the Year’ and the ‘Marketing & Communications Initiative of the Year.’ Mohamed El Zeftawi, General Manager, Al Masaood CV&E, said: “The recognitions demonstrate once again…

The World Logistics Passport (WLP) is entering China for the first time by signing a Memorandum of Understanding with State-owned Fujian Port Group, which joins the freight loyalty programme as a partner. The WLP has also agreed to join the Chinese Silk Road Maritime Alliance. The WLP will provide Chinese businesses with faster and more cost-efficient access to markets in Asia, Latin America, the Middle East and across Africa, with traders and freight forwarders able to achieve an annual increase in trade by 5-10% on average. Whilst welcoming Fujian Port Group as its first Partner in China, the WLP is…

Oman Oil Marketing Company (OOMCO), a marketer and distributor of multi-sector fuel and lubricant products, recently launched a new bunker terminal at the Port of Duqm. Strategically located on Oman’s south-east coast, the new marine fuel terminal will serve the international shipping market given its proximity to significant shipping traffic accessing the Suez Canal, Arabian Gulf, and Indian Ocean. “OOMCO’s development of the Duqm Bunker terminal is part of Oman’s Vision 2040 development plan to diversify the Sultanate’s economy, including the marine and logistics sectors, while leveraging the country’s strategic location,” said Hilal Ali Al Kharusi, Chairman of OOMCO. “The…

After the European live virtual launch at the beginning of June, the brand presented the new off-road truck IVECO T-WAY and the on-road truck IVECO S-WAY to the Africa & Middle East market. IVECO, with a tagline ‘Drive The New Way’, unveiled the new IVECO WAY range to its customers, dealer network and representatives of the automotive press at Dubai Autodrome. A programme designed specifically to bring guests closer to the new IVECO world starting with a product presentation and following with a dedicated test drive on an on-road and off-road track which allowed to concretely appreciate the significant innovations…

Safeen Feeders, a container feeder operator of AD Ports Group, announced the acquisition of a container ship that will join its feeder service fleet in the Arabian Gulf. Safeen Pearl, formerly called Vega Virgo, will be deployed in its UAE Coastal Service (UCO) providing connection to UAE coastal ports via its hub at Khalifa Port. The UAE-Coastal Feeder Service provides shipping customers with connectivity solution that accelerates last leg deliveries between the Group’s flagship, Khalifa Port, and the coastal ports of Ajman, Umm Al Quwain, Ras Al Khaimah, Sharjah, and Fujairah, while supporting movement of goods and optimising local logistic…

Commercial Bank of Dubai (CBD) recently inked a partnership agreement with Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), the trade and logistics hub of DP World to boost entrepreneurship and support business owners. The partnership will enable Jafza trade license holders to avail CBD’s banking products and services, including exclusive digital business accounts which can be opened instantly with features such as zero balance, choice of six account currency denominations and a range of exclusive services tailored for all business needs. The agreement was signed by Amit Malhotra, General Manager – Personal Banking Group of Commercial Bank of Dubai and Ahmad Al…

Read the full magazine here https://bit.ly/304H1gW In this issue, Mahmood Al Bastaki, Chief Operating Officer at DT World – DP World features in our cover story. He tell us about the aspirations of DUBUY.com, why Africa is integral to its success and the role technology plays at DP World. Inside we also have Oman-based Asyad Group that is technologically arming itself to meet market needs and empower a more future-proof sector. Muhammad Uns, CEO of Pakistan’s fastest growing logistics start up Swyft, talks about what makes his company a success and of the country’s budding eCommerce potential. Stefano Sanchini,…

Boulet Bâtiment is a building contractor based in Azincourt, Pas-de-Calais region, Northern France. Its main activities include structural work, metal framework installation, roofing, cladding and indoor finishing. As part of the construction of a logistics warehouse for a freight transporter working from the port of Calais, the company recently acquired one of the first Genie articulating boom lifts in France featuring a track drive— a Genie Z-62/40 TraX. The machine was provided by EMM, authorised genie distributor (sales, service, and spare parts), based in Cappelle-la-Grande, near Dunkirk, Northern France. So, how did Boulet Bâtiment acquire a Genie Z-62/40 TraX articulating…

The global logistics solutions and technology firm Lyve recently secured a new facility in Al Quoz 3, which will serve as its first fulfillment centre and is a significant milestone in the company’s growth. The 5,000 sqft fulfillment centre is equipped with CCTV cameras as well a secured area- making goods’ safety a priority. It offers storage of goods in ambient temperatures, 24/7 operations, inventory management and on-demand pick & pack solutions to eCommerce businesses of all sizes. Lionel Jean-Francois Henry, Managing Director Lyve Logistics, said: “Acquiring a warehouse was a necessary step towards meeting our clients’ needs. Our commitment…

Mugharraq Port, a strategic port located in the Al Dhafra Region, has been recognised as an international port facility. Issued under the provisions of the International Code for the Security of Ships and of Port Facilities (ISPS Code) by the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure, the port has long served as a leading maritime facility that provides a host of offshore, project/oil and gas, general cargo, logistics support, bulk, and break-bulk handling services. With the new certification, Mugharraq Port can now receive international and local vessels including container feeders, bulk and break-bulk carriers, mobile offshore drilling units, tugboats, chemical…