Turkish Cargo has entered a new cargo sales partnership with Gerry’s in Pakistan, giving exporters and freight forwarders access to Turkish Airlines Cargo’s international network, including connections across the Middle East. The agreement strengthens cargo links between Pakistan and key regional and global markets. Halit Tuncer, Vice President, Turkish Airlines Cargo, said, "We highly value this new partnership with Gerry’s and see strong potential for long-term cooperation.

The UAE’s e-commerce market reached AED42.2 billion in 2025, up from AED17.6 billion in 2020, and is forecast to reach AED67.2 billion by 2030, according to a report by EZDubai Logistics Hub and Euromonitor International. E-commerce accounted for 15.7% of total retail sales in 2025 and is expected to exceed 20% by 2030. The growth is creating greater demand for efficient fulfilment, warehousing and last-mile delivery as more purchases move online. Digital payments, mobile com

KEZAD Group has signed an agreement with JINGDONG Property, the infrastructure investment and asset management arm of JD.com, to develop a 150,000-square-metre warehousing facility in KEZAD Al Ma’mourah. The facility is expected to be delivered in 2028 and will include automated warehousing and digital operations. The project will provide flexible warehousing and logistics infrastructure for local and international businesses. Its location within KEZAD will support the moveme

Emirates and Dubai Chambers have signed an MoU to help Dubai-based SMEs expand into international markets, with access to Emirates SkyCargo’s global freight network and specialised logistics services. The agreement also includes benefits through Emirates Business Rewards, including a 2,000-point joining bonus for eligible new members. The partnership is aimed at making cross-border trade easier for smaller businesses by improving access to international air freight, logistics

Airglow Aviation has been appointed as the Cargo Sales Agent (CSA) for Kam Air in the UAE, strengthening cargo connectivity between the UAE and Afghanistan. Under the appointment, Airglow Aviation will manage cargo sales for Kam Air’s daily Dubai–Kabul service, connecting Dubai International Airport (DXB) with Kabul International Airport (KBL) and providing freight forwarders with consistent cargo capacity between the two markets. The aircraft can accommodate shipments with m

Abu Dhabi Chamber and Siemens have signed an MoU to support digital traceability, smart manufacturing and supply chain readiness for companies in Abu Dhabi. The agreement includes work on the Digital Product Passport, which is aimed at helping businesses meet changing requirements for product data, sustainability and market access. The cooperation will cover knowledge sharing, training and possible pilot projects on digital product tracking. Better access to product informati

Türkiye-US trade is expected to reach $42-43bn in 2026 and rise to $50bn by the end of 2028, creating scope for increased cargo and logistics activity between the two markets. Turkish Trade Minister Omer Bolat said trade between the countries is growing by more than 10% annually based on data from the first eight months of the year. The US is Türkiye’s second-largest export market and fourth-largest source of imports, supporting regular flows of goods between the two countrie

The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZone) has signed a contract worth more than EGP1bn with Nafeza Egypt Logistics Services to develop and operate a digital truck yard at Sokhna Port. The 167,000-square-metre facility will be able to handle up to 1,100 trucks a day when fully operational. The project will use Nafeza’s digital platforms to plan truck movements in real time. This is expected to help manage truck flows around the port, reduce congestion and improve the movement of c

In an interview with CargoTalk Middle East, Alaa Saoudi, Chief Operating Officer, Aramex Express, discusses how evolving customer expectations, digitalisation, and shifting trade patterns are reshaping the region’s e-commerce and last-mile logistics landscape. From AI-powered delivery solutions and rising Asia–GCC trade to the UAE’s growing role as a fulfilment hub, Saoudi shares insights into the key trends shaping logistics growth in the Middle East.

The Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE) is targeting more European investment to expand its industrial, logistics and maritime activities and strengthen its links with global supply chains. Norway is among the markets being targeted, with investment opportunities covering smart ports, digital systems, green maritime fuels and maritime services. SCZONE Chairman Moustafa Shaikhon said the zone has attracted investment from companies in more than 30 countries across industrial, lo

The UAE and Argentina have launched negotiations for a Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) aimed at expanding market access for goods and services and increasing trade between the two countries. The agreement could support smoother movement of products across sectors including minerals, energy, agribusiness, pharmaceuticals and aerospace. The proposed CEPA is expected to create wider opportunities for businesses to access each market and support stronger suppl

Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR) has signed agreements with Alstom, Progress Rail and Greenbrier to strengthen its freight operations under the Kingdom’s Phosphate 3 expansion project. The deals cover 33 new locomotives, 782 freight cars and maintenance services, helping increase rail freight capacity and improve the movement of minerals to processing facilities and export points. The agreements were signed during InnoTrans, the international transport technology trade fair in Ber

Abu Dhabi-based LODD Autonomous has secured orders for more than 330 Hili cargo aircraft through over 11 agreements with local and international partners since September 2025. More than 70 per cent of these agreements are with companies outside the UAE, indicating growing international demand for autonomous air cargo solutions. The orders are expected to support the wider use of unmanned aircraft in middle-mile logistics, offering operators another way to move goods across re

Ethiopian Airlines is expanding its Nigeria network with four new weekly flights to Port Harcourt and increased frequencies to Lagos and Kano. The new route is expected to strengthen trade links between Nigeria and the MENA region, supporting the movement of goods and improving access to international markets. Lagos will have 21 weekly flights and Kano 11, bringing the airline’s total operations in Nigeria to 53 weekly flights. The expanded network will provide businesses wit

Oman’s logistics sector is set to support economic growth as the country’s GDP is expected to grow 3.5% in both 2026 and 2027, with logistics, manufacturing and public investment supporting non-oil activity, according to data from Standard Chartered. The bank also highlighted strong activity across logistics, manufacturing, re-export activity and energy-linked infrastructure. The Sultanate’s ports, industrial zones and logistics infrastructure are helping strengthen cargo and

Egypt is set to establish an Austrian logistics zone in the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), giving Austrian companies a base to store, handle and distribute goods to Arab and African markets. The development is aimed at supporting the movement of Austrian exports through Egypt and into key regional destinations. The zone could strengthen links between Austrian manufacturers and markets across the Middle East and Africa. It could also support demand for warehousing, road tr

Jordan and Russia are set to focus on cross-border trade and logistics, with measures to improve customs data exchange, regulatory coordination and market access. The cooperation aims to make the movement of goods between the two markets more efficient and create wider trade opportunities. The two countries will also strengthen cooperation in transport infrastructure, manufacturing, pharmaceuticals, agriculture, food security and investment. Jordan has highlighted its positio

GWC expands UAE network with two new subsidiariesGWC Group has expanded its UAE operations with two new subsidiaries, a partnership with Meydan Free Zone and a growing Quick-Commerce network. The logistics group is also expanding its operations in Oman and Saudi Arabia, as it builds more regional options for customers moving goods across the GCC. During the first half of 2026, GWC operated multimodal routes linking Qatar with the UAE, Saudi Arabia, Oman and Bahrain. These inc

DHL Express has started a new weekly freighter service between Bahrain and Johannesburg, using a DHL Express B767/F aircraft. The direct flight adds a new link between the Gulf and South Africa and increases cargo capacity through the DHL Johannesburg Hub. The service is expected to support trade flows between the Middle East, Sub-Saharan Africa and other global markets. It will serve businesses across sectors including healthcare, technology, manufacturing and cross-border e

Dubai’s warehouse rental rates rose almost 12.5% year-on-year in the first half of 2026, while total rental value reached AED1.8 billion ($490 million), according to Cavendish Maxwell. Around 10,000 warehouse leases were signed during the period, with renewals rising 22% to 8,200. The leasing activity reflects continued demand for warehouse space from businesses managing storage, distribution and supply chain operations. Nearly 70% of leases were for units smaller than 5,000