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Oman Air Cargo resumes Muscat–Doha cargo link
Oman Air Cargo has resumed cargo services between Muscat and Doha from today, restoring direct freight movement between the two cities. The airline is now offering space for shipments such as general cargo, urgent goods, medicines, and perishables. This route is mainly used by businesses that need fast delivery within the Gulf, especially for smaller and time-sensitive loads. The return of this link reduces the need to route cargo through other hubs, which often adds time and

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Apr 231 min read


Shams, DHL partner to improve SME logistics
Sharjah Media City (Shams) has signed an agreement with DHL Express UAE to improve logistics services for small businesses. The deal will give Shams-registered companies access to faster shipping, international delivery services, and lower shipping rates. It also includes training sessions and support to help businesses manage supply chains better. The partnership between Sharjah Media City and DHL Express UAE is aimed at making it easier for SMEs to move goods within the UAE

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Apr 231 min read


Oman Air Cargo resumes Muscat–Doha cargo link
Oman Air Cargo has resumed cargo services between Muscat and Doha from today, restoring direct freight movement between the two cities. The airline is now offering space for shipments such as general cargo, urgent goods, medicines, and perishables. This route is mainly used by businesses that need fast delivery within the Gulf, especially for smaller and time-sensitive loads. The return of this link reduces the need to route cargo through other hubs, which often adds time and

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Apr 221 min read


Turkey, Syria, Jordan plan Europe–Gulf cargo rail corridor
Turkey, Syria, and Jordan have unveiled plans for a joint rail corridor linking Europe to the Gulf, aimed at moving cargo across a continuous overland route from Mediterranean ports through Turkey and Syria into Jordan. The network is expected to carry freight such as containers and industrial goods, and eventually connect with Gulf rail systems extending toward Saudi Arabia. The project is part of a wider effort to rebuild regional rail links and shift more cargo movement fr

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Apr 221 min read


Asyad Group acquires Ligentia to expand logistics network
Asyad Group has acquired global logistics provider Ligentia to expand its international network and strengthen multimodal logistics services across key global markets. The deal is the group’s second international acquisition in less than two years. “This move contributes to increasing the volume of trade exchange through maritime and airports, and opens new horizons for the Omani private sector, thereby strengthening its ability to access international markets,” said Abdulra

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Apr 221 min read


Dubai South, Emirates NBD ease banking for logistics firms
Dubai South has signed an MoU with Emirates NBD to fast-track corporate banking access for logistics and SME companies, including quicker account opening and financial services. The move is aimed at improving efficiency for businesses operating in Dubai South’s aviation and logistics ecosystem linked to Al Maktoum International Airport. “The bank is committed to delivering a truly seamless end-to-end banking experience that complements SMEs and other businesses operating out

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Apr 221 min read


GWC links air, land, sea to power Gulf logistics
Qatar-based GWC Group has activated integrated air, land and sea corridors to strengthen cargo movement across the Gulf, ensuring smooth and continuous supply chain operations. To maintain momentum, the company introduced an air-land route via Riyadh, deployed a TIR-based air-to-land solution through Hamad International Airport, and opened a dedicated sea corridor to support regional distribution. This multimodal setup allows cargo to move seamlessly between different transpo

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Apr 221 min read


DSV's new warehouse in Jordan to boost ME logistics
DSV Logistics has opened a new 100,000 sqm warehouse in Aqaba, Jordan, boosting supply chain capacity across the Middle East. The facility is designed for large-scale storage, temperature-controlled goods, and faster regional distribution, aimed at improving how cargo moves through key trade routes in the region. The development is expected to make logistics more efficient by cutting transit times and improving delivery reliability between major Middle Eastern markets. Locate

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Apr 211 min read


KSA launches rail-sea corridor for minerals
Saudi Arabia has launched a new integrated logistics service to move diammonium phosphate (DAP) from Ras Al-Khair to Yanbu Port using rail, road and sea networks. The system connects Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR), the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and shipping company Bahri. In the first phase, more than 45,000 tons of DAP will be transported. The move strengthens global food supply chains and improves the Kingdom’s role as a reliable exporter of key agricultural inputs. It al

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Apr 211 min read


Three-nation rail corridor to boost trade
Jordan and Saudi Arabia are moving ahead with a new cross-border railway that will also link to Syria. The proposed line will connect the Jaber and Al-Omari border crossings, creating a direct three-country rail corridor. Technical coordination has started, while Saudi Arabia’s existing rail network already reaches the Jordanian border, supporting quick integration. The move comes as Jordan pushes forward with the $2.3 billion UAE-backed Aqaba Port Railway. The project is set

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Apr 211 min read


Sharjah Chamber, DHL team up to support SMEs
Sharjah Chamber of Commerce and Industry has signed a partnership with DHL Express to improve international trade and logistics services for businesses in Sharjah. The agreement gives chamber members, especially small and medium businesses, better access to global shipping, export support, and digital logistics tools. It also includes special service terms, training programmes, and joint business support initiatives. The deal aims to make cross-border trade easier and faster

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Apr 211 min read


SolitAir enters EU cargo market with ACC3 nod
SolitAir has received Belgian ACC3 authorisation, allowing it to operate secure cargo and mail flights into the European Union. This approval strengthens its push to build a Europe–Global South air cargo corridor and expands its international reach from Dubai World Central. This approval enables the carrier direct access to EU markets, one of the world’s most tightly regulated and high-value cargo regions. It means faster, compliant movement of goods between Europe and key gr

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Apr 211 min read


Port of NEOM connects sea-land trade flow to Gulf markets
Saudi Arabia has announced that the Port of NEOM is now fully operational, handling global cargo through an integrated system that connects sea, land and road transport. The port is moving shipments from Europe, the Americas, Asia and GCC countries, with goods flowing into Gulf markets including the UAE, Kuwait, Oman, Iraq and Egypt through combined shipping, trucking and ferry routes. The key development is the multimodal logistics corridor, which links maritime operations w

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Apr 201 min read


KSA launches rail-sea corridor for minerals
Saudi Arabia has launched a new integrated logistics service to move diammonium phosphate (DAP) from Ras Al-Khair to Yanbu Port using rail, road and sea networks. The system connects Saudi Arabia Railways (SAR), the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) and shipping company Bahri. In the first phase, more than 45,000 tons of DAP will be transported. The move strengthens global food supply chains and improves the Kingdom’s role as a reliable exporter of key agricultural inputs. It al

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Apr 201 min read


UAE, Ethiopia deepen trade, logistics ties
The UAE and Ethiopia are strengthening strategic economic cooperation focused on trade, logistics and supply chain connectivity, with growing UAE investments across agriculture, manufacturing, energy and transport. The two sides are also working to improve ports, air cargo systems and regional corridors linking Africa and the Middle East, enabling faster movement of goods and stronger trade flows. More than 130 UAE companies are involved in over 160 projects in Ethiopia, boos

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Apr 201 min read


Oman-UAE rail gathers pace, to ease cargo flows
The Oman–UAE railway project has reached 40% completion, with construction moving quickly across key cargo corridors like Al Ain, Sohar and Al Buraimi. The 238km rail line is being built to move freight faster between ports, industrial zones and logistics hubs, improving cross-border trade and supply chains. The railway line will play an important role in strengthening regional logistics. The project, led by Hafeet Rail, is designed to ease pressure on road transport by shift

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Apr 201 min read


Etihad grows Africa routes, boosts trade links
Etihad Airways has expanded its Africa network with new routes to the Democratic Republic of the Congo, Eritrea, Ghana, Nigeria and Zimbabwe. The expansion strengthens the airline’s presence in high-value African markets and improves cargo, trade and logistics connectivity between Africa, Abu Dhabi and Asia as part of its global growth strategy. The move reinforces Abu Dhabi’s role as a gateway for trade, cargo and investment flows between Africa and Asia. It also builds on E

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Apr 201 min read


Al Naboodah, Turkish Cargo sustain DWC–Istanbul ops
Al Naboodah Travel, the GSA for Turkish Cargo, is supporting dedicated freighter operations between Dubai World Central (DWC) and Istanbul with 20 tonnes capacity per flight until 25 April. The partnership underlines Dubai World Central’s role as a key logistics hub connecting global markets. The service aims at keeping cargo moving without interruption during current operational demand and ensuring continuity for exporters, importers, and logistics partners. It is helping ma

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Apr 171 min read


Dubai South supports logistics growth with new incentives
Dubai South is helping logistics companies operate more smoothly by introducing new incentives such as easier licensing, renewal support, and waivers on late fees within its Free Zone. The measures are designed to reduce delays and simplify processes for freight, warehousing and distribution firms. This allows logistics operators to focus more on cargo movement, storage and delivery, improving speed and efficiency across supply chains. Nabil Al Kindi, Group CEO of Dubai Sou

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Apr 171 min read


QR Cargo adds new freight routes, scales ups ops
Qatar Airways Cargo has expanded its freighter network to over 50 destinations via Doha, thus marking a steady progress in restoring cargo operations. The increase in routes is improving capacity and helping move goods more smoothly across key global markets, supporting supply chains that rely on faster and reliable connections. The latest schedule reflects a gradual build-up of operations, with more destinations being added in phases. This expansion is helping freight forwar

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Apr 171 min read
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