The expansion of regional trade corridors and cross-border freight movements are increasing demand for heavy trucks and higher-capacity commercial vehicles across the GCC, says Marco Torta, Area Manager Middle East, IVECO. Torta notes that rising vehicle acquisition costs are influencing fleet purchasing decisions, with operators considering pre-owned vehicles alongside new purchases. Longer routes and changing cargo requirements are also shaping fleet specifications. “Expa

Dubai Future Foundation (DFF) has partnered with DP World, the first strategic partner of self-driving logistics venture SHIFFT, to accelerate the development of autonomous logistics solutions. Established with autonomous vehicle technology company Oxa, SHIFFT operates under the Dubai Research, Development and Innovation Programme. The partnership will focus on deploying autonomous technologies across industrial zones and logistics facilities, beginning at Jebel Ali. Soluti

Egypt’s Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) and China Development Bank (CDB) are exploring cooperation on infrastructure, utilities and investment projects to strengthen industrial and logistics development within the zone. During a meeting with a CDB delegation led by President Huang Zhiqiang, SCZONE Chairman Moustafa Shaikhon highlighted the integration of industrial zones and ports as a key advantage in developing logistics activities and supporting international trade. The

The expansion of regional trade corridors and cross-border freight movements are increasing demand for heavy trucks and higher-capacity commercial vehicles across the GCC, says Marco Torta, Area Manager Middle East, IVECO. Torta notes that rising vehicle acquisition costs are influencing fleet purchasing decisions, with operators considering pre-owned vehicles alongside new purchases. Longer routes and changing cargo requirements are also shaping fleet specifications. “Expa

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) will hold the second edition of its Air Cargo Forum (ACF) in Abu Dhabi from November 9 to 11, 2027, returning to Etihad Arena on Yas Island. Building on the inaugural Abu Dhabi edition, the forum will bring together industry leaders, policymakers and supply chain stakeholders to discuss developments in air cargo and logistics. Glyn Hughes, Director General, TIACA, said, “Returning to Etihad Arena in 2027 allows us to continue

Etihad Cargo plans to expand its FlyCulture product to meet the specialist logistics requirements of Abu Dhabi’s growing cultural sector, including museums, galleries, auction houses and collectors. “Our focus is on developing FlyCulture alongside the needs of museums, galleries, auction houses, collectors and specialist freight forwarders, while leveraging Etihad’s global network to connect Abu Dhabi with major cultural markets worldwide,” said Grant Kemp, Regional General

AJEX has expanded its last-mile delivery network in Saudi Arabia with the opening of a new e-commerce delivery station in Muhayil Aseer, strengthening its presence in the Aseer region. The facility is expected to support faster deliveries and improve access to e-commerce services for businesses and customers in the area. The expansion comes as online retail continues to grow across the Kingdom, increasing demand for reliable last-mile logistics services. The new station f

Bahrain’s Gateway Gulf 2026 announced investments, partnerships and deals worth $22.3 billion, with logistics, aviation and trade. The two-day forum, hosted by the Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB), concluded with more than 110 announcements, including over 75 agreements and memoranda of understanding (MoUs). The announcements highlight Bahrain’s efforts to reinforce as trusted regional hub for trade, connectivity and investment. Four large-scale projects, valued at

Emirates SkyCargo reported cargo revenue growth in the first half of 2026-2027, transporting 1.2 million tonnes, as regional disruptions tightened airfreight capacity and increased demand for air cargo services. Meanwhile, dnata handled 1.49 million tonnes of cargo, down 6% year-on-year. The airline stated that the marine transport disruptions prompted shippers to seek airfreight alternatives, supporting cargo revenue growth. During the period, Emirates SkyCargo expanded it

Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC Group) eyes for logistics partnerships to strengthen trade connectivity between Qatar, the GCC and African markets by expanding opportunities to support cargo movement between the regions through its logistics system, including warehousing, freight forwarding, distribution and multimodal transportation. Matthew Kearns, GWC Group CEO, stated: “GWC has grown alongside the transformation of Qatar and the wider GCC, gaining first-hand experience i

EDGE Group entity CMD has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with aerospace company Dronamics to evaluate advanced propulsion solutions for its Black Swan cargo drone, supporting the development of autonomous air freight capabilities. Under the agreement, the two companies will assess options ranging from integrating and modifying existing CMD engines to developing an entirely new propulsion system for the cargo drone. The collaboration will also cover aerospace cer

Westwell collaborates with Ras Al Khaimah Transport Authority (RAKTA) to advance autonomous industrial transport and intelligent logistics solutions in the Emirates. Westwell will join the RAKTA Autonomous Vehicle Sandbox as an industry partner and become its first partner for autonomous terminal trucks. The collaboration will focus on technology development, testing, validation and potential commercial applications of autonomous transport solutions. The partnership aims to i

Emirates SkyCargo has launched AI Tech, a dedicated air cargo product built to move critical and sensitive AI infrastructure safely and on schedule. Designed for AI server racks, semiconductors, GPUs, capital equipment and other high-value hardware, the service combines priority loading, specialised handling and proactive shipment monitoring. Shipments are tracked round the clock through the carrier's command centre in Dubai, helping customers keep deployment schedules on t

SAL Saudi Logistics Services Company has reported record third-quarter revenue of SAR 579 million, up 38% year-on-year, for the third quarter of 2026. Earnings rose 34% to SAR 252 million, while net profit increased by 28% to SAR 232 million. “Our nine-month performance demonstrates the strength and resilience of our Cargo Ground Handling division, alongside the continued growth of our Logistics division, as we advanced our strategy to expand SAL’s integrated logistics plat

Abu Dhabi Customs and the Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MoEI) have signed a service level agreement (SLA) to improve customs clearance and import approvals for restricted hazardous petroleum materials through electronic integration and data exchange. The agreement establishes a framework for exchanging information, data and services to facilitate the processing and coordination between the two authorities. The cooperation also covers the regulation and monitoring o

The UAE’s foreign trade maintained double-digit growth in the first nine months of 2026 despite global market challenges, said Fahad Al Gergawi, Under-Secretary of the Ministry of Foreign Trade. Speaking at the Dubai FinTech Summit, he said trade reached about US$1 trillion last year, with further growth expected in 2026. The UAE continues to strengthen supply chain and logistics resilience while diversifying trade corridors. The Etihad Rail network is also being leveraged

Aramex has launched a dedicated data centre logistics service to manage time-critical transportation and handling of infrastructure and equipment for AI data centres, initially targeting the GCC, Southeast Asia, Taiwan and the southern US. The service covers the transportation of heavy equipment, including transformers, generators and chillers, as well as AI racks and network equipment from manufacturing facilities across Asia, Europe, Mexico and the US. Amadou Diallo, Group

DHL Logistics LLC has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with the UAE Ministry of Investment to support its proposed investment and expansion activities across the Emirates. The agreement establishes a cooperation framework under the Ministry’s Client Onboarding Program, connecting DHL with relevant stakeholders and specialised expertise as it evaluates potential expansion opportunities. Through the programme, DHL will gain access to investment-related information

Oman’s Asyad Group has signed a cooperation agreement with China’s JD.com to develop warehousing and logistics solutions in the Sultanate, with an initial focus on establishing three distribution warehouses. The facilities will be located in Muscat International Airport Free Zone, Khazaen Economic City and Sohar Free Zone. The development is expected to expand warehousing capacity and support distribution operations serving markets across the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC)

ADNOC has partnered with OpenAI and G42 to integrate artificial intelligence (AI) across its energy value chain for supply chain decision-making. This multi-year partnership will deploy OpenAI’s GPT models using G42’s UAE-based sovereign AI infrastructure. The initiative will connect data across ADNOC’s operations through interconnected AI agents. His Excellency Dr. Sultan Ahmed Al Jaber, UAE Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group