NRTC Group has launched Mazraati, a digital Farm-to-Fork platform designed to improve traceability, quality control, and logistics coordination across the UAE’s fresh-food supply chain. The platform connects farmers, packhouses, cold-chain logistics providers, warehouses, and buyers, giving real-time visibility from harvest to delivery and reducing losses caused by inefficiencies in the value chain. It aims to onboard over 260 farmers by 2027, leveraging NRTC’s expanding loca

The UAE has signed a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) with Sierra Leone, a move aimed at boosting trade, logistics links and investment flows, while strengthening the UAE’s economic presence in West Africa. The agreement is expected to support smoother movement of goods, improve supply-chain connectivity and open new opportunities across key sectors. Sierra Leone is viewed as a growing economy with a strategic location on major Atlantic trade routes. Its de

Etihad Rail has launched a new national campaign urging logistics providers, manufacturers and heavy industry in the UAE to move long-haul and bulk cargo from road to rail, as rising industrial activity puts growing pressure on highways, delivery times and transport costs. Omar Alsebeyi, Acting CEO of Etihad Rail Freight, said logistics decisions are increasingly about certainty, not just speed. “Delays, congestion and volatility carry real costs. Rail addresses those challen

Oman is advancing airport development plans with a clear focus on air cargo, placing Suhar, Muscat and Musandam at the centre of its logistics strategy. Suhar Airport is being positioned as a dedicated cargo and courier gateway for northern Oman, Muscat International Airport is moving ahead with new cargo facilities, and future runway expansion at Musandam Airport is expected to support widebody cargo operations. Suhar Airport is seen as a strategic alternative to Muscat for

Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC) has teamed up with European cloud platform Apify to help e-commerce businesses grow faster and enter new markets, said Matthew Kearns, Group Acting CEO, GWC. The collaboration combines GWC’s logistics network with Apify’s AI-driven data and automation tools, aiming to make cross-border expansion smoother for digital-first companies.  By integrating logistics, market intelligence, and automated workflows, the partnership addresses common challeng

Starlinks and Wallan Trading Company entered a partnership to support the distribution of premium automotive brands across the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. Under the agreement, Starlinks has been appointed as the automotive logistics partner for Genesis, Zeekr, and Lotus in the Kingdom. The partnership aims to strengthen logistics support as Wallan continues to expand its footprint and meet rising demand for premium vehicles across the country.  Wallan Trading Company brings more

Air cargo shipments from the Middle East and South Asia (MESA) rose by 10 per cent in January 2026 compared with the same week last year, according to WorldACD data. Shipments to the US increased 11 per cent, while traffic to Europe went up 7 per cent year-on-year. India, the region’s largest origin market, showed particularly strong growth. Cargo volumes from India to the USA jumped 15 per cent YoY in week 4, continuing the strong momentum seen in the last two months of 2025

Oman Air Cargo has taken another step to strengthen its presence in Southeast Asia by welcoming its General Sales Agent (GSA) for Vietnam, Far East Aviation JSC, to its headquarters in Muscat. The visit reflects the airline’s growing focus on the Vietnam market as cargo demand between Southeast Asia and the Middle East continues to rise.  During the meeting, both teams reviewed current market performance and discussed plans to support increasing cargo volumes from Vietnam, pa

Bosta, Egypt’s leading logistics and delivery solutions provider launched the largest automated sorting machine in the Middle East, investing more than US$ 5 million to strengthen its logistics operations and support the rapidly growing e-commerce market in Egypt and the wider Middle East. Unveiled in Cairo, the new system can process up to 11,000 parcels per hour and over 250,000 parcels per day, increasing Bosta’s daily sorting capacity from 100,000 parcels and significantl

Middle Eastern airlines closed 2025 with steady air cargo performance, supported by stronger activity toward the end of the year and continued growth on key trade lanes. According to IATA data, cargo demand in the region rose 0.3% for the full year, while capacity expanded by 4.5%, reflecting airlines’ long-term confidence in the Middle East’s role as a global logistics hub. Momentum improved in the final month of the year. In December 2025, cargo demand increased 4.2% year-o

Qatar is stepping up efforts to modernise its trade and investment framework, with a strong focus on the digital economy, cross-border trade facilitation, and more efficient logistics and supply chains. The country has signed 189 bilateral and multilateral agreements covering trade, investment protection, economic cooperation and free trade, reinforcing its openness to global markets and supporting smoother movement of goods across regional and global supply chains. At the sa

Abu Dhabi Airports reported strong growth in air cargo in 2025, underlining the emirate’s rising role as a regional logistics hub. Nearly 770,000 tonnes of cargo were handled across its five airports during the year, marking a 12% increase year on year. The bulk of this volume moved through Zayed International Airport, supported by higher aircraft movements, expanded airline networks, and growing trade flows through Abu Dhabi. Ahmed Juma Al Shamisi, Acting Chief Executive Off

With CargoTalk as media partner, the 25 th Airport Show will take place in Dubai from 12–14 May 2026. The event will bring together 140 exhibitors from 20 countries, showcasing new technologies and innovative solutions for airports.  His Highness Sheikh Ahmed bin Saeed Al Maktoum, President of Dubai Civil Aviation Authority, Chairman of Dubai Airports, Chairman and Chief Executive of Emirates Airline and Group, and Patron of the Airport Show said: “The landmark B2B platform

Sharjah Airport Authority reported continued growth in air cargo operations in 2025, said Ali Salem Al Midfa, Chairman, Sharjah Airport Authority. Total handled cargo reached 204,323 tonnes, up from 195,909 tonnes in 2024 and 141,358 tonnes in 2023, reflecting a sustained upward trend. Sea-flight cargo volumes also rose to 16,770 tonnes in 2025, compared to 14,035 tonnes in 2024 and 12,566 tonnes in 2023, highlighting the growing demand for integrated air and sea logistics so

Dubai Customs and Kuwait are stepping up cooperation to strengthen trade flows, logistics connectivity, and supply chain coordination, with talks centred on enhancing information exchange, aligning customs procedures, and exploring joint initiatives to improve efficiency across regional supply chains.  His Excellency Dr Abdulla Busenad, Director General, Dubai Customs, met His Excellency Khaled Abdulrahim Al-Zaabi, Consul General of the State of Kuwait in Dubai and the Northe

Qatar Airways Cargo (QR Cargo) has launched a new Aerospace quotation feature on its Digital Lounge e-booking portal, allowing customers to request and receive quotations for Aerospace shipments. The tool is available across 31 countries, with global rollout planned in the coming months. The new feature is designed to speed up planning, improve visibility, and simplify the booking process for time-critical Aerospace cargo.  With this enhancement, customers can manage all thei

Egypt is accelerating plans to attract global carmakers as part of a wider strategy to localise electric vehicle (EV) production and strengthen automotive logistics and supply chains. Prime Minister Mostafa Madbouly said the government is prioritising the National Automotive Manufacturing Programme to support clean energy, reduce fuel imports, and build a strong industrial base. The move is expected to increase demand for automotive logistics, including the movement of compon

FL Technics, part of Avia Solutions Group, has opened a new aircraft components warehouse in Dubai to support customers across the Middle East and Africa. The facility is strategically located near Al Maktoum International Airport, one of the region’s fastest-growing aviation hubs. Previously, components were shipped from FL Technics’ global hubs in Europe, Asia, and North America. While this system worked, growing demand in the Middle East made a local warehouse necessary. T

The UAE and Australia met in Dubai to discuss ways to expand trade, with strong attention on logistics and supply chains. The talks took place during the second Joint Economic Committee meeting held under the Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA), which came into force last year. Both sides agreed that smoother trade flows depend on efficient logistics and reliable supply chains. Discussions focused on reducing trade barriers, improving customs processes and sup

Oman is putting air cargo at the centre of its National Aviation Strategy 2040, with plans to handle around one million tonnes of freight by the end of the next decade. The target highlights the government’s push to use aviation as a driver for trade, logistics growth, and economic diversification. Speaking during a media briefing in Muscat, Eng. Naif Ali Al Abri, Chairman of the Civil Aviation Authority, said the strategy is designed to “transform aviation into a key economi