Logistics

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Aramex opens first regional healthcare hub at Dubai South Free Zone

Mon, 16 Mar 2026

Aramex, a leading global provider of comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has announced the opening of its dedicated regional healthcare and pharmaceutical hub in the Dubai South Free Zone, marking a significant expansion of its capabilities in the fast-growing life sciences and medical supply chain sector.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Saudi Arabia readies 500,000-truck fleet for smooth GCC freight movement

Sat, 14 Mar 2026

Saudi Arabia's Transport General Authority said it has mobilised a fleet of over 500,000 trucks to ensure uninterrupted freight movement and supply chain continuity across the country and the wider Gulf region, with the land transport system serving as a vital link between ports, airports and logistics zones.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Bahri delivers record $2.4bn net profit for 2025; revenue hits $10.3bn

Mon, 09 Feb 2026

Leading Saudi shipping and logistics company Bahri has announced a record net profit of $2.43 billion and revenue of $10.35 billion for FY 2025, supported by a strong performance in the second half as well as fleet expansion and disciplined operational execution.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

AD Ports gets $115m funding to advance Safaga terminal in Egypt

Tue, 03 Feb 2026

AD Ports Group has finalised a $115 million project funding facility to support the development of the Noatum Ports - Safaga Terminal in Egypt, thus reinforcing the Group’s long-term commitment to expanding critical port and logistics infrastructure across its focus international markets.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping Travel, Tourism & Hospitality

Sharjah Airport eyes cargo growth as throughput tops 204,000T

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

The Sharjah Airport Authority (SAA) showcased expansion plans in air cargo, integrated logistics solutions as well as its sustainability strategy at this year's Air Cargo India. The Sharjah Airport has recorded strong cargo growth over the past five years with a throughput of over 204,000 tonnes in 2025.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping Motoring

Abu Dhabi begins testing driverless trucks in logistics zone

Fri, 27 Feb 2026

Abu Dhabi’s transport regulator has initiated a pilot programme for autonomous freight trucks - in tieup with global company Autotech - a move aimed at preparing regulatory frameworks for the commercial rollout of driverless logistics services. It was implemented within Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad).

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

ALAS Emirates Ready Mix to set up new production facility in Dubai

Wed, 25 Feb 2026

ALAS Emirates Ready Mix, a leading ready-mix concrete supplier in the UAE and the largest in Abu Dhabi, has entered an agreement with Dubai Industrial City, part of TECOM Group, to develop a new facility in the region’s premier manufacturing and logistics hub.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

UAE food company Barakat starts work on new Abu Dhabi manufacturing plant

Wed, 25 Feb 2026

Barakat Group, a leading UAE fresh food and juice producer, has announced that work has begun on its new manufacturing facility in Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi (Kezad) that will produce industrial-scale halal baby food. It is projected to create 200 direct jobs, spanning manufacturing, food safety and logistics sectors.

Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Etihad Cargo flies high with $1.2bn revenue; 9pc volume growth

Tue, 24 Feb 2026

Etihad Cargo, the logistics arm of UAE national carrier Etihad Airways, has delivered solid results for FY2025 increasing revenue by 8% year-on-year while transporting 703,000 leg tonnes, thus marking a 9% rise in volumes. Significant growth was recorded across core verticals.

Construction & Real Estate Industry, Logistics & Shipping

Aramco JV inks deal with Arcapita to build major logistics facility at Spark

Tue, 24 Feb 2026

ASMO, a joint venture between Saudi Aramco and DHL Supply Chain, has partnered with Arcapita, a global alternative investment firm, to develop a 1.4 million sq m purpose-built logistics facility at King Salman Energy Park (Spark) in Saudi Arabia that will house a 43,000-sq-m Grade-A warehouse as well as offices and staff facilities.