Parcelly, the carrier agnostic logistics tech platform, is pleased to announce the appointment of Ken Allen as the Chairman of the Board of Directors of the Parcelly Group. As one of the industry’s most experienced logistics executives, Allen served 36 years at Deutsche Post DHL Group and as CEO of DHL Express from 2008 to 2018. After Ken Allen’s outstanding career revolutionizing DHL’s business model and leading DHL Express to its ground-breaking success in the logistics industry, Parcelly is beyond honoured to welcome Ken to the Parcelly Group. Following his phenomenal career, Ken Allen is now considered one of…
Author: Vibha Mehta
IBS Software, a leading global SaaS solutions provider to the travel industry, has announced the completion of a transaction to acquire Accenture Freight and Logistics Software (AFLS). AFLS provides technology platforms to help airline and ocean transportation companies manage freight operations and grow through digital transformation and innovation. The acquisition will strengthen IBS Software’s leadership as a technology provider to the air freight industry by bringing together complementary solutions and a shared vision for innovating and transforming the air cargo businesses. Boosting the freight business is an increasingly critical priority for airlines, and the AFLS acquisition consolidates the latest innovations…
Amazon Payment Services, a regional leader in digital payments operating across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region, is announcing the launch of re:Imagine Payments. This thought leadership forum aims to help merchants and anyone interested in digital payments to increase their knowledge. The forum will see a series of engagements, including roundtable discussions, webinars, and white paper releases. ‘What’s Next for Digital Payments in the Middle East and North Africa’ is the first of the forum’s publications and provides insights on digital payment trends across the United Arab Emirates (UAE), Saudi Arabia (KSA), and Egypt. Sponsored by Amazon…
Oman and Etihad Rail Company, the developer and operator of the UAE-Oman Rail Network, signed a cooperation agreement with Mubadala Investment Company, a sovereign investor in Abu Dhabi, to support the development of the 303km railway network, which connects Oman and the UAE, with an overall investment value of USD 3 billion. The partnership aligns with the two parties’ efforts to explore investment opportunities in the railway sector and strengthen cooperation to support the Oman and Etihad Rail Company in accelerating the planning and execution process of the UAE-Oman Rail Network. The cooperation agreement includes forming working groups…
The new AIME & MRO Middle East edition, which will be held concurrently in Dubai on March 1-2, will feature participation from 20 French aircraft interior and maintenance businesses. Airlines, MRO centres, equipment manufacturers, suppliers, and investors worldwide will gather at this regional event to enhance the aviation and aircraft manufacturing ecosystem. For two days, the French delegation will benefit from a revitalized sector benefiting from a resurgence in global air traffic, which is expected to exceed pre-pandemic levels as early as 2024, according to IATA. The aircraft and aviation sector in the Middle East has experienced significant growth over…
Global travel marketplace Skyscanner highlights the top searched destinations by Saudi travellers during Foundation Day. The booking windows for flights in February also saw an increase compared to 2022, suggesting a return to pre-pandemic booking windows – as consumer confidence continues to grow and travellers tend to book their flights earlier. Travel searches within the GCC – top 3: 1. Saudi Arabia (+98% compared to the previous year) 2. UAE (+99 compared to the previous year) 3. Qatar (+2094% increase compared to the previous year) International travel searches – top 5 1. Egypt (+19% increase compared to the previous year)…
The Nissan Ariya AT39, the first EV constructed by world-leading extreme vehicle specialists, Arctic Trucks, will embark on a 17,000-mile trip from the Magnetic North Pole to the South Pole. British adventurers Chris and Julie Ramsey will undertake the ten-month journey, taking them through 14 countries, starting on March 23, 2023. The Ariya AT39 is a professionally re-engineered high mobility platform that balances the performance and efficiency of Nissan’s electric vehicle architecture with adaptations and enhancements to the body, suspension, steering, wheels, brakes, and more. Key features of the vehicle include: Arctic Trucks re-engineering, BFGoodrich KO2 All-Terrain tires, Arctic Trucks…
Al Ain Water, the UAE’s leading water brand, announced today, at Gulfood 2023, the launch of its new water bottle, which is made of recycled polyethene terephthalate (rPET). This unique 100% rPET bottle is the first locally produced by a UAE brand. PET is a highly recyclable plastic material, and when recycled, it becomes rPET, a strong, durable and infinitely recyclable material that is commonly used for packaged foods and drinks. Once reprocessed, rPET can make new plastic bottles or other items. It supports the recycling industry, saves energy and resources, and diverts these plastics from landfills. According to Global…
Container xChange is one of the leading online platforms for container logistics that brings together all relevant companies to book and manage shipping containers and settle all related invoices and payments. Container xChange’s Container LogTech predictions report for 2023 highlights critical global trends that the shipping and supply chain industry will witness in 2023. The report draws attention to some of the most pertinent issues the industry will see this year, helping professionals better prepare for navigation. “The overall outlook for the year 2023 remains gloomy. Europe is hit hard with all-time high inflation; China struggles to cope with the…
Aggreko is participating in ‘The Big 5 Saudi’ as the event’s Energy Partner to create awareness of how construction companies in the region can meet the Saudi Net Zero 2060 target by switching to energy from batteries, modular solar or by adopting a hybrid solution. Aggreko is already involved in megaprojects in Saudi Arabia and the region, providing flexible and sustainable energy solutions for construction sites. According to Adam Read, Head of Sales – Middle East, Aggreko: “Saudi Arabia has set an ambitious timeframe to achieve their net zero targets, which leaves no room for slow decision-making. The construction sector…