DHL invests EUR 130 m in Riyadh logistics hub 
DHL Supply Chain has announced a EUR 130 m investment to build a major logistics and distribution hub at Saudi Arabia's Special Integrated Logistics Zone (SILZ) in Riyadh. This initiative, supporting the Kingdom's Vision 2030, aims to fortify national supply chain... mehr
Emirates and Lodd partner on drone delivery
Emirates SkyCargo and Lodd Autonomous have signed an MoU at the Dubai airshow to advance drone-powered logistics solutions, focusing on VTOL aircraft integration across Emirates' global network. The collaboration will include feasibility studies, regulatory engagement and live... mehr
New UAE maintenance firm strengthens Air One
Air One International Holdings has launched Air One Technics, a UAE-based enterprise offering line maintenance and continuing airworthiness management for its fleet. Situated at MBR Aerospace Hub in Dubai South, the company aims to support the group's technical operations within... mehr
AD Ports and CMA CGM expand Khalifa port
AD Ports Group has signed an agreement with CMA CGM Group to nearly double the capacity of their joint terminal at Khalifa Port, less than a year after its opening. The USD 115 m expansion, scheduled for completion in early 2028, will increase the terminal's capacity from 1.8 ,... mehr
Etihad expands Airbus widebody fleet
Etihad Airways has announced a major expansion of its Airbus widebody fleet, placing firm orders for six A330-900s, seven additional A350-1000s, and three A350F freighters. Signed at the Dubai Airshow, the agreement also includes commitments to lease nine more A330-900s from... mehr
AD Ports Groups names Jochen Thewes as logistics CEO
AD Ports Group has appointed Jochen Thewes as CEO of its logistics cluster, effective 1 December 2025, as part of its strategy to position the division among the world's top global logistics providers. Thewes brings extensive international experience, including nearly a decade... mehr
AD Ports and EEU seek digital logistics boost
AD Ports Group and the Eurasian Economic Commission (EEC) are collaborating to enhance transport, infrastructure, and logistics digitalisation across the EEU region. Formalised by key leaders, this partnership aims to establish new logistics hubs, standardise electronic document... mehr
Aldar secures logistics assets
Aldar has completed an AED 570 m acquisition of two Grade A logistics and industrial assets from AD Ports Group's KEZAD project, expanding its UAE logistics portfolio. Developed by KEZAD Group and leased to major tenants Noon and Emtelle, these facilities cover a combined area... mehr
Emirates SkyCargo upgrades fleet with green trucks
Emirates SkyCargo has added 40 Euro 6 trucks from MAN Trucks to its fleet, the first long-haul Euro 6 vehicles in the Middle East. This move aims to cut CO2 emissions by around 17% annually, supporting the airline's sustainability goals. The trucks feature advanced safety tech,... mehr
Tobias Maier appointed regional CEO at DHL
DHL Global Forwarding, Freight, has appointed Tobias Maier as CEO for the Middle East & Africa, effective 1 December 2025, succeeding Amadou Diallo, who is retiring after over eight years. Maier brings extensive experience in finance, digital innovation and strategic growth,... mehr