Maersk Saudi Arabia, an integrator of container logistics, announced that it has entered a strategic partnership with King Abdullah Port, the region’s first privately owned, developed, and operated port, to enhance the Kingdom’s logistics capabilities by adding state-of-the-art services and technologies to the port’s offerings. As part of the partnership, both the entities signed a deal to set up Maersk Integrated Logistics Hub, a non-bonded warehouse, to provide comprehensive logistics services and benefit local petrochemical exporters. The Maersk Integrated Logistics Hub at King Abdullah Port will cover an important logistical requirement of exporters who already have access to Maersk’s solutions…
Author: Jochebed Menon
Jochebed Menon
Jochebed Menon is the Editor of Logistics News Middle East. She covers issues related to the logistics and supply chain industries in the region. She’s been a journalist since 2012 and has primarily worked on B2B titles in travel, hospitality, aviation, and construction.
To engage with the global start-up community ahead of International Small and Medium Business (SMB) Day, UPS partnered with AstroLabs, a capability building company committed to developing the digital ecosystem in the MENA region. Together, the two organisations hosted the Smart Logistics Challenge in Dubai, UAE, inviting start-ups and entrepreneurs from across the world to present innovative solutions that can help solve the industry’s critical challenges. Held virtually, the aim of the challenge was to create an ecosystem that enables the identification and nurturing of an emerging technology, helping solve a specific local and regional market need. The challenge reached…
His Highness Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed bin Zayed Al Nahyan, Chairman of the Abu Dhabi Crown Prince’s Court and Chairman of Etihad Rail, has inaugurated track laying at the railhead in Saih Shuaib, towards Abu Dhabi and Dubai. H.H. Sheikh Theyab bin Mohamed reviewed the project updates through a journey he took on an inspection train designated for supervision and inspection of construction works, from the starting point of track laying in Saih Shuaib towards both Abu Dhabi and Dubai. During the 10-kilometre journey reaching Al Maha Forest, Theyab bin Mohamed was briefed on Etihad Rail’s procedures and measures to…
RAK Ports has signed a strategic partnership with Danish established Monjasa, a ten-bunker fuel provider supplying around five million tonnes of oil products every year. With recent investments in overall infrastructure at RAK Ports totalling over USD250 million, today Ras Al Khaimah’s modern and flexible network of four ports plays a pivotal role in the supply chain for thousands of companies from all corners of the globe. Roger Clasquin, CEO of RAK Ports said: “Due to our unique, strategic gateway position at the central point of the Gulf states and as the closest ports to the Strait of Hormuz, RAK…
Hellmann’s Middle East South Asia operation is the first in the region to join the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme. The Middle East South Asia (MESA) operation of Hellmann Worldwide, one of the largest global logistics service providers, has become the first in the region to join the Air France KLM Martinair Cargo (AFKLMP Cargo) Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF) programme. Hellmann is a global logistics services provider with a strong commitment to sustainability focusing on the three pillars of economy, ecology, and social issues. The AFKLMP Cargo SAF contract was signed at the…
DP World and the Government of Somaliland inaugurated a new container terminal at Berbera Port, following completion of the first phase of the port’s expansion as part of its development into a major regional trade hub to serve the Horn of Africa. The inauguration also included a symbolic ground-breaking for the new Berbera Economic Zone, the first phase of which is under construction. The new container terminal with a deep draft of 17m, a quay of 400m and three ship to shore (STS) gantry cranes, can handle the largest container vessels in operation today, and increases the port’s container capacity…
FedEx Express announced a collaboration with Amity University in Dubai, UAE, to help frontline team members develop new skills, broaden their expertise, and provide the opportunity to thrive in a fast-paced business environment. Hassan Bouadar, vice president Human Resources for FedEx Express Middle East, Indian Subcontinent and Africa, said: “FedEx is committed to ensure that every team member has the opportunity to learn, and to develop their skills. In addition to the range of educational opportunities provided online and, in the workplace, our collaboration with Amity University Dubai is part of our focus to continue our commitment to help our…
HH Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of UAE and Ruler of Dubai, announced the countdown for Expo 2020 Dubai, the world’s largest cultural event to convene the global community towards creating solutions for a better future. In 100 days, the UAE will be the first country in the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) region to host a World Expo in the largest global gathering since the outset of the COVID-19 pandemic. Expo 2020 Dubai, set to begin on October 1, is expected to attract more than 25 million visitors from all over…
DHL Global Forwarding has introduced another sustainable marine fuel (SMF) service for ocean freight as part of its sustainability strategy. After the successful launch of a similar service for less-than-container load (LCL) shipments, DHL is now extending the carbon reduction option to full-container load (FCL) shipments. Amadou Diallo, CEO, DHL Global Forwarding Middle East and Africa, said: “At DHL, we excel in implementing best-in-class logistics solutions for our customers. The sustainable marine fuel option now extended to FCL shipments is an important step forward in tackling climate change challenges. “We are sure this smarter, simplified and greener approach will further…
Brambles, the global supply chain solutions company through the CHEP brand, announced in September 2020 the successful completion of its five-year sustainability programme and the launch of an even more ambitious one, aimed at pioneering regenerative supply chains. This new programme includes the commitment to a 1.5°C degree climate future aligned with the Paris Agreement and a science-based carbon emissions target for its supply chain. As part of this objective, Brambles revealed that it has become carbon neutral in all its own operations. This means that the company’s net CO2 emissions have been brought down to zero across the scope…