Talal Group has broken ground on a new AED 150 million Central Distribution Centre at Dubai Industrial City, strengthening its logistics and supply chain operations in the UAE. The 350,000 sq ft facility will increase distribution capacity and improve cold chain capabilities for food and consumer goods across the region. The temperature-controlled hub will feature 25,000 sq ft of cold storage, 43 loading bays, and a dedicated e-commerce operations centre. It will consolidate

The International Air Cargo Association (TIACA) has appointed Mammen Tharakan as its next Director General. He will officially take over the role in August 2026, succeeding Glyn Hughes, who has led the association since 2021. Tharakan was unanimously selected by the TIACA Executive Committee and Board of Directors following a global search. He brings more than 25 years of international experience in aviation and air cargo, with expertise spanning airports, airlines, ground ha

IATA found that November 2025 was a strong month for air cargo in the Middle East. The region recorded a 7.4 per cent year-on-year rise in cargo demand, underlining its growing role in global trade and logistics. Middle Eastern airlines also expanded capacity during the month, with available cargo space increasing by 11 per cent compared to the same period last year. This growth shows airlines’ confidence in long-term demand and their efforts to strengthen regional and interc