Author: Jochebed Menon

Emirates Post has entered a partnership with UK-based Hurricane Commerce, a provider of secure cross-border eCommerce solutions, as part of its ongoing efforts to ramp up its global eCommerce services and ensure the highest levels of customer satisfaction. The partnership is in line with Emirates Post’s goal of becoming a multinational business-to-consumer (B2C) post and parcel service provider and contribute to enhancing the UAE’s position as a leading global hub for trade and logistics. Through the partnership, Hurricane Commerce will enable Emirates Post to apply leading data solutions for its international business unit to develop modern services to customers. This…

DP World Maputo, which has the concession to manage, develop and operate the Maputo container terminal, handled the first dedicated container train service connecting Maputo and Harare, Zimbabwe on 11 June. The new service is part of the company’s continued focus to expand its logistics and supply chain offering in the region, and key to its vision to connect several countries in Southern Africa – namely Maputo with South Africa, Zimbabwe, and Swaziland – by rail. This new offering presents a multitude of new business opportunities for customers in Zimbabwe and Mozambique. Not only will this help enhance DP World…

Joramco and VD Gulf (UAE) have signed a framework agreement on maintenance, repair, overhaul (MRO) cooperation. Under the agreement, both independent MROs aim to expand their existing capabilities, capacity and optimise their synergies for a one-stop-shop upscaled customer experience, in addition to encouraging and promoting sustainable development for both organisations. Jeff Wilkinson, Joramco CEO commented: “We are excited to work hand in hand with VD Gulf to extend our support and commitment to our valued customers across the globe. This successful collaboration shows that Joramco and VD Gulf are both trusted MRO companies and will form the future of the…

Stanford Marine Group (SMG) announced that it has made significant progress in its revitalised growth plans following the completion of the Dhs1.13 billion debt buyout by SHUAA Capital earlier this year. Representing the first key milestones on its path to growth, the company has secured new bank financing of USD45 million from National Bank of Fujairah (NBF), as well as appointed a new board of directors who bring significant expertise to help guide its growth. Elias Nassif, Founder and Group CEO of SMG, said: “Having secured our financial future with the debt buyout completed with SHUAA earlier this year, we…

Nominations are now open for the 2021 edition of the Logistics & Transport Awards organised by BNC Publishing’s Logistics News Middle East magazine. The grand event will take place on 8 September at Sofitel Dubai The Obelisk. For more information, please click here. The awards are aimed at recognising past triumphs and acknowledging the future strategies of logistics and supply chain companies from around the region. The awards will cater to individuals and companies from a variety of sectors including transportation, cargo, warehouses, eCommerce, supply chain, and technology. Companies are welcome to nominate people, projects, and facilities across 20 categories.…

Back to Powerlist A veteran professional entrepreneur and a Harvard alumnus, with over 30 years’ experience in leading profitable business ventures including an impressive portfolio of acquisitions. He has vast cross-industry experience specific to three decades of banking, technology, and real estate. He has been leading EFS Group for 11 years and has established the company as a regional powerhouse and a premium FM brand. Since 2009, EFS has achieved sustained growth year-on-year, supported by USD1.5 billion in contracts. During his tenure, EFS also prides itself by having an impressive rate of over 90% staff retention and 95% client retention…

Ahmed Alkoshaibi, founding chief executive officer of Arada, oversees the operational management of the company. Since Arada was founded in early 2017, the organisation has grown at a rapid pace, and now has a staff of some 400 professionals, all with relevant experience from some of the region’s most prominent construction-related companies. Ahmed told CBNME: “The last 12 months have been challenging but also a time of huge opportunity for Arada. While we initially faced difficulties from both a construction and sales perspective during the brief lockdown period in the UAE during 2020, I am pleased to say that both…

Back to Powerlist Dr Najib has been with K&A for 25 years, including four years as Chairman and five years as CEO. In the past year Dr Najib has played a vital role in steering the company through the global challenges associated with Covid-19. Dr Najib’s leadership and steady hand were vital in giving confidence to staff from the earliest stages of the pandemic, and through to today as we seek to ensure the business is well placed to benefit from the regional economic recovery. Dr Najib was responsible for spearheading a Covid taskforce to ensure special measures could be…

Construction is underway on GAC Qatar’s new 27,000m² multi-user contract logistics facility after the groundbreaking ceremony in the Ras Bufontas Free Zone. It follows the signing of an agreement between GAC and Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZA) in February this year. The facility is expected to be completed by early 2022. It will be built from sustainable materials, partly fueled by solar power, have several energy-saving features, and use recycled water in its operations. Anders Bengtcén, Swedish Ambassador to the State of Qatar who attended the ceremony welcomed GAC’s important investment in the Qatar Free Zones, saying it reflected the…

Privately-owned independent port operator Gulftainer has appointed Javier Echeverria as its new chief financial officer (CFO). According to Gulftainer, the recruitment of Javier is the next step towards the continued growth and international expansion of the port operator. Charles Menkhorst, CEO of Gulftainer, said, “Javier is a proven leader in finance with a superior track record of delivering results and creating value. After a rigorous global search process, I am excited to welcome Javier to the Gulftainer group. “He is a high-impact executive who brings a compelling blend of strategic and capital allocation discipline, well-honed operating skills, and transformational leadership…