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

SolitAir has received Third Country Operator (TCO) certification from the UK Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), allowing the UAE-based cargo airline to operate flights to and from the UK. The approval expands SolitAir’s regulatory reach and supports future connectivity between the UAE, the UK, and other international cargo markets. The certification allows SolitAir to meet UK safety and operational requirements for non-UK carriers. It adds to the airline’s existing approvals, in

Etihad Cargo has introduced a second weekly freighter service between Abu Dhabi and Paris Charles de Gaulle Airport (CDG), increasing cargo capacity on the route. The additional frequency will support the movement of specialised shipments, including pharmaceuticals, perishables, and high-value cargo, while improving connections between France and markets across Asia, Africa, and the Middle East. The expansion comes as demand for cargo capacity from France continues to grow. P

SolitAir has reinforced its position as a vital cargo connector for Global South, underscoring a growing network of partnerships built on one core promise: Reliability. As demand for faster, more secure cargo movements rises across emerging markets, the airline is strengthening links between key trade lanes, offering businesses a dependable lifeline for time-critical and condition-sensitive shipments. This renewed commitment comes as the Global South experiences a surge in cr