SuperJet and Bosta have partnered to offer same-day delivery between governorates in Egypt, creating a faster and more efficient logistics service. Bosta staff will manage shipments at key stations, while SuperJet will transport them between locations. This setup aims to improve delivery speed and coverage, supporting the growing e-commerce and trade market in the region. The initiative reflects a wider trend in the Middle East, where companies are looking for innovative ways

CJ Logistics has launched a new Saudi Global Distribution Centre (GDC) in Riyadh to strengthen e-commerce delivery across the Middle East. The 20,000-sq-metre facility, located in the Riyadh Special Integrated Logistics Zone at King Khalid International Airport, can process up to 20,000 parcels daily. It will serve as a regional hub, handling shipments within Saudi Arabia and to neighboring countries including the UAE, Kuwait, and Qatar. The center uses advanced automation te

Oman and Uzbekistan are gearing to strengthen trade and logistics ties, aiming to make Oman a key transit hub connecting Central Asia to global markets. The two countries are working to enhance transport corridors, improve cargo movement, and explore joint investment opportunities in logistics and transport infrastructure. Plans also focus on streamlining customs procedures, reducing transit times, and boosting air connectivity, including potential direct flights between Musc

King Salman International Airport is moving ahead with plans to build a major cargo and logistics hub in Riyadh, targeting capacity of more than two million tonnes of cargo a year by 2030. The airport has signed seven MoUs with Saudi developers as part of its wider development strategy. Around three million square metres have been set aside for logistics and economic zones within the project. Ahmed Alhazza, Director of Airport Strategy at King Salman International Airport Dev

Eritrea has joined the SolitAir cargo network with the launch of a new service to Asmara. The airline has officially started operations to the Eritrean capital, adding a new destination to its growing regional footprint. The move is expected to improve cargo connectivity, support local businesses, and make trade flows smoother between Eritrea and key markets. Asmara, the capital of Eritrea, sits in the country’s highlands and serves as the main political and commercial centre

King Fahd International Airport (KFIA) in Dammam is stepping up its logistics ambitions, with plans to boost air cargo handling to 600,000 tonnes a year, a tenfold increase, as part of a $426.5 million investment package covering 77 infrastructure projects aimed at turning the airport into a major regional freight hub. To support faster cargo movement and more aircraft capacity, KFIA has upgraded its western runway to 4,000 metres, added 4,000 metres of taxiway, and installed

Qatar Airways Cargo has launched a new Ramp Digitalisation Programme aimed at replacing paperwork with real-time digital processes across its ground handling operations. The key element is Ramp Offload and Load Supervision (ROLS), a digital tool that allows ramp teams to manage aircraft loading and offloading using handheld devices instead of paper reports. The system sends instant updates to load control, ensures full reconciliation of ULDs and improves visibility across ram

TAD Logistics has opened a new facility in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), adding approximately 7,000 pallet positions for general cargo. This expansion strengthens the company’s ability to support end-to-end supply chain operations, offering seamless solutions for freight forwarding, customs clearance, storage, and third-party logistics (3PL) services. The new facility is strategically located in JAFZA, a key logistics hub in the UAE, allowing faster handling and distribution o

Dubai Customs and the Consulate General of the Republic of Türkiye in Dubai and the Northern Emirates are working to strengthen bilateral cooperation to support trade growth and smoother cargo flows. This collaboration aims to enhance customs operations, streamline procedures, and improve logistics efficiency, building on the UAE-Türkiye Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) and its positive impact on expanding bilateral trade. Dubai’s strategic position as a ma

Savills Middle East has launched a brand-new Grade A warehouse and logistics development in Dubai’s National Industries Park, offering units from 5,376 SQM up to 67,934 SQM. The project is designed for modern, high-efficiency logistics operations, featuring 15-metre clear eaves, FM1 floor flatness, temperature-controlled environments at 24°C, minimum 500kW power per unit, and at least four dock-level loading doors per 5,362 SQM. These state-of-the-art facilities are built to

FedEx Express has introduced 14 Mercedes-Benz eSprinter electric vans in the UAE, becoming the first FedEx market in the Middle East to deploy this model. The vans, capable of carrying up to three tons and traveling 380 kilometers per charge, will enhance FedEx’s automotive logistics operations, particularly last-mile deliveries, while helping reduce around 148 metric tons of CO₂ emissions annually. This move supports the UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 initiative and advances FedEx’s

Amarak Chemicals FZC has launched a fully automated sulphur manufacturing facility at Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in Dubai, aiming to strengthen supply chains for the global agriculture sector. The plant will produce up to 60,000 metric tonnes a year of sulphur bentonite and related products, using Jafza’s integrated logistics to ensure faster and more reliable delivery to international markets. Abdulla Al Hashmi, COO, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC, “Jafza remains a leading hub

Ethiopian Cargo & Logistics Services, in partnership with Ethiopian Postal Service Enterprise (Ethiopost), has launched a Cargo-to-Post Conversion Service at its ADD Hub for transit e-commerce shipments. The service allows bulk cargo to be seamlessly converted into postal streams, enabling cost-efficient last-mile delivery through over 190 postal networks. It also expands access to African markets via a single transit hub and simplifies cross-border e-commerce distribution. B

Turkish Cargo SmartIST facility has successfully renewed its TAPA (Transported Asset Protection Association) FSR Level A certification, confirming the highest security standards for high-value and sensitive cargo. The facility now continues to provide secure handling, strict access control, and advanced risk management, ensuring that shipments are protected throughout the logistics chain. The renewal highlights Turkish Cargo’s commitment to safeguarding valuable goods while s

Dubai Traders has teamed up with IQ Fulfillment to provide SMEs with end-to-end logistics, automated warehouses, and AI-driven supply chain solutions, aiming to improve order fulfilment, speed up deliveries, and support trade expansion regionally and globally. The partnership gives sellers access to robotics-powered fulfilment, advanced inventory management, and data insights to optimise operations and scale efficiently. His Excellency Hadi Badri, CEO of the Dubai Economic De

Breadfast, the Cairo-based delivery startup with UAE’s Mubadala Investment Company, is expanding its warehouses and food logistics to improve the delivery of fresh bread, groceries, and other essentials across the Middle East. The company is upgrading storage and cold-chain systems to handle more orders, maintain product freshness, and ensure faster, more reliable deliveries. Founded in 2017 as a bread delivery service, Breadfast has grown into a “super-app” offering grocerie

Dubai Civil Aviation Authority (DCAA), in collaboration with Dubai Customs, has announced the launch of the Remote Visual Inspection Project to speed up trade in aircraft spare parts and strengthen aviation logistics and supply chain efficiency. The system enables virtual inspections for issuing No Objection Certificates (NOCs), cutting processing times and reducing delays in the movement of high-value aviation components. The move comes as demand for spare parts identificati

Saudia Cargo has added an A330-300P2F aircraft to its fleet, a move aimed at boosting operational capacity and strengthening its logistics network. The new freighter will help the airline handle more cargo, reach major destinations faster, and improve overall supply chain efficiency across local and global markets. The aircraft’s addition comes as Saudia Cargo continues to expand its presence in key logistics hubs. By increasing fleet capacity, the airline can support higher

Oman has opened the Al Rawdah border crossing for commercial goods, creating a new direct trade route between Oman and the United Arab Emirates. The crossing links Al Buraimi Governorate with Sharjah through the Al Madam border post, easing the movement of trucks and cargo between the two countries. Officials say the move will speed up cross-border shipments, reduce congestion at existing entry points and improve supply chain efficiency. The new post is expected to strengthen

EMSTEEL Group and Oldendorff Carriers have signed a five-year freight agreement to secure the transport of approximately 5.2 million tonnes of iron ore pellets annually to the UAE. Valued at around AED 600 million, the deal ensures reliable, efficient, and coordinated supply chain operations for EMSTEEL’s raw materials. The partnership, built over more than 20 years, emphasises operational reliability and seamless logistics. Oldendorff Carriers will continue managing bulk shi