AD Ports Group, one of the leading facilitators of global trade, logistics, and industry, is notifying the public that a joint training exercise will occur at 10:00 am on 24 November 2022 at Delma Port. The exercise will simulate a maritime incident at the port – this will be a part of ongoing planning and preparation for emergency and crisis response in Abu Dhabi. Thirteen government entities will be participating in this joint exercise, and some entities from the private sector. Participants include the Emergencies, Crises and Disasters Management Centre in Abu Dhabi (Joint Local Operations Center); Critical Infrastructure and…
Author: Vibha Mehta
Mumzworld, the largest online baby shop in the Middle East, is extending its operations at EZDubai, the entirely dedicated e-commerce-free zone strategically positioned in the heart of Dubai South’s Logistics District. Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District – Dubai South, Mona Ataya, CEO of Mumzworld, and other top officials from both organisations were present at a signing ceremony to announce the expansion. The new facility will be 8,152 square meters in size and positioned in a fast-developing free zone for major e-commerce firms and last-mile service providers, allowing Mumzworld to further enhance its presence and operations for future hyper-scale.…
Maersk is devoted to developing and delivering integrated logistics solutions to its clients. KDP benefits from a strategic location closer to Maersk’s clients’ production clusters in and around Muscat and the access it provides to worldwide markets. Maersk is implementing time and cost-efficient solutions for its clients by connecting KDP to its port network and delivering land freight and value-added solutions to and from KDP. The long-term commercial agreement with Maersk aligns with Asyad’s role to facilitate trade and support local merchants to do business efficiently at global standards. It strengthens KDP’s worldwide stance as an import, re-export, and transhipment…
Cartlow, one of the biggest reverse logistics platforms in the UAE and Saudi Arabia, enables customers to ‘buy, sell, and recycle’ by offering heavily discounted pre-loved items from various brands on its site. The platform revealed yesterday that it would hold two incredible bargains in November. Cartlow will have a Pre-loved Friday and Cyber Monday sale, delivering an even greater discount on a wide range of popular goods on the famous shopping site. The platform also encourages customers to sell their products in return for the money that can be used to make new purchases during the sale. Pre-Loved Friday…
Amazon Web Services (AWS), a subsidiary of Amazon.com, has announced the launch and call for applications for the Clean Energy Accelerator 3.0, a fast-paced, non-equity dilutive accelerator designed to facilitate collaborations with mature start-ups developing breakthrough clean energy technologies. Kara Hurst, Amazon’s Vice President of Worldwide Sustainability, made the statement during a session at the 2022 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP27) in Sharm el-Sheikh, Egypt. According to the International Energy Agency, 40% of the CO2 reductions necessary to achieve net-zero emissions by 2050 rely on technologies that have yet to be commercially adopted substantially. This is important to meet…
Dar Al Arkan, one of Saudi Arabia’s top real estate businesses, and The Trump Organization announced a deal in New York to create a trademark Trump Resort in the beautiful AIDA project, which will include residential villas, a hotel, and a golf course. The 100-meter-high hilltop complex, located in the centre of Muscat, is one of the world’s most significant luxury mixed-use real estate developments, with direct access to the sea. Yousef Al Shelash, Chairman of Dar Al Arkan, says, “The Trump Organization is known for its exclusive, world-class developments. Superior quality, detail, and perfection are the standards that…
AD Ports Group and Transmar International Shipping Company (Transmar) have announced the launch of a new container shipping service connecting Karachi, Pakistan’s busiest port, to the leading maritime economies of the Middle East and East Africa. The new route will help AD Ports Group achieve its strategic goal of enhancing regional and global connections. The new route would connect Karachi Port to AD Ports Group’s flagship Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi, as well as Jebel Ali Port in Dubai, Dammam and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia, Aqaba in Jordan, Sokhna and Adabiya in Egypt, and Port Sudan and Djibouti. Captain Ammar…
Etihad Airways, the national carrier of the United Arab Emirates, and World Energy, a producer of carbon-net-zero solutions, signed a historic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) today to form a long-term strategic relationship to decarbonize flights through in-sector reducing emissions. Etihad is the first commercial airline to join World Energy’s freshly developed service for airline and business climate leaders committed to achieving net-zero goals. Gene Gebolys, CEO of World Energy, says, “We are making long-term commitments with leaders to decarbonize transport. Our work with Etihad is strategic and rooted in purpose. It will drive innovation and accountability to scale sustainable fuels…
Abu Dhabi Maritime, the primary trustee of Abu Dhabi’s waterways founded by the Department of Municipalities and Transport (DMT) and AD Ports Group, has declared the launch of a new Public Water Taxi service within the greater Yas Bay and Raha Beach community, in partnership with Miral, one of Abu Dhabi’s leading creators of immersive destinations and experiences. The Public Water Taxi service will improve the connection between several of Abu Dhabi’s waterfront attractions while providing an alternate mode of public transportation. It will begin operations in high-demand areas such as Yas Bay, Yas Marina, and Al Bandar, with further…
Al Masaood Tyres, Batteries, and Accessories (TBA) Division has launched a new e-commerce platform for its multi-brand automotive products and services, successfully synchronizing the customer’s retail and virtual experiences. The launch will elevate and personalize the purchasing experience for customers. It will also fulfil the growing need for omnichannel purchasing for high-quality automobile solutions and services. Salah Adib, General Manager of Al Masaood TBA Division, says, “The brand-new e-commerce platform adds value to and complements the shopping experience of customers at our retail locations. It is interactive, easy to navigate and contains comprehensive details about our solutions and services. This…