ASMO, the joint venture between Saudi Aramco Development Company and DHL, is exploring new financing solutions with J.P. Morgan to strengthen supply chain and logistics operations in Saudi Arabia. The collaboration is aimed at improving access to capital and enhancing the efficiency of end-to-end supply chains. The agreement focuses on developing tools that help ASMO’s customers manage inventory and working capital more effectively. Off-balance sheet financing solutions are b

Air cargo from the Middle East grew in November, as per the latest WorldACD data. The Middle East & South Asia (MESA) region recorded an 11 per cent increase in YoY volumes, well above the global growth rate of 5 per cent. This boost reflects steady export demand and the region’s growing role as a major transit point between Asia, Europe, and Africa.

DHL Supply Chain will invest €130 million (about $149 million) to build a major new logistics and distribution hub in Riyadh. The facility will be located in the Special Integrated Logistics Zone (SILZ). It will cover a large land area of 78,000 sqm and include 53,000 sqm of warehouse space. Construction will start in early 2026 and finish by mid-2027. This project is part of a bigger €500 million investment plan for the Middle East.   The new hub is designed to support Saudi

Agility Global has opened a new logistics park in Jeddah, marking a US$ 166 million investment to boost Saudi Arabia’s supply chain capabilities. The 576,760 sqm site features six Grade-A warehouses designed for sectors including retail, e-commerce, automotive, technology, and energy. Strategically located just 11 km from Jeddah Islamic Port, the park aims to enhance efficiency, speed, and sustainability for businesses in the kingdom’s western trade corridor. “The continuous

Qatar Airways Cargo (QR Cargo) has become a member of SEMI, the global trade group that connects companies across the US$ 2.8 trillion electronics manufacturing and design supply chain. The move aims to boost the airline’s role in the semiconductor industry and create closer ties with leading manufacturers, shippers, and forwarders. By joining SEMI, QR Cargo gains access to the latest industry insights, global standards, and feedback from key players. This knowledge will help

FedEx Corp’s operations in the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Sub-Saharan Africa (MEISA) are playing an increasingly vital role in regional trade and supply chains, according to the company’s latest Global Economic Impact Report for the financial year 2025. The report highlights that FedEx’s network contributed roughly $1.6 billion to the MEISA economy, combining direct and indirect effects. Its infrastructure connects local businesses to global markets, enabling faste