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Strategic Partnership Between NeoNautica, Tristar Maritime Logistics, and UAE’s MOEI to Elevate Maritime Safety and Innovation Through the BluePass Platform
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DP World Supercharges Asia Pacific Trade With Network Expansion
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GCC markets accounted for 53.9% of Dubai Chamber of Commerce members’ exports and re-exports during H1 2024 and top list of export destinations with value of AED 78.6 billion
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Safeen Group & TDIC Join Forces for Cargo & Passenger Transportation
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Masdar and TotalEnergies to Develop a Commercial Green Hydrogen to Methanol to SAF project in Abu Dhabi
Interview
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The Revolutionary Leader Steering the Future of Tristar E-Ships
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Crystal Offshore Middle East Expands Operations at AD Ports Khalifa Port
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Empowering Emirati Talent: Mubadala’s Landmark Collaboration with ADNOC to Drive Future Leadership and Career Growth
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Completing Construction of 10 Truck Rest Stops
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DSV Abu Dhabi Recognized by ADAFSA for Outstanding Participation in National Service Programme
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Ruby International Maritime and Business Consultancy Welcomes New Talent Amidst Expanding Industry Influence
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Al-Futtaim Logistics launches aerospace logistics division in UAE
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Ras Al Khaimah International Airport Achieves Record-Breaking Growth & Implements Innovative Smart Travel System
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Technomak Expands Operations in Hamriyah Free Zone with New 500,000 sq.ft Facility, Boosting Investment to AED 661 Million
THE TEAM BEHIND UAE BLUEPASS
Captain Rami Al Breiki
Chief Executive Officer at NeoNautica
NeoNautica has transformed the BluePass project to a comprehensive engagement platform for the entire logistics sector in the UAE. Initially focused on offering rewards to maritime professionals, BluePass has expanded its scope to include all facets of logistics, encompassing air, land transportation, rail, and aviation. In partnership with the UAE’s Ministry of Energy & Infrastructure, BluePass aims to lead efforts in elevating the UAE’s ranking on the global maritime quality transport index. This evolution highlights NeoNautica’s commitment to driving innovation and excellence across the logistics industry, reinforcing the UAE’s status as a premier global logistics hub.
Bedros Mardikian Chief Commercial Officer at NeoNautica
Welcome to the latest edition of our magazine, where we delve into the dynamic world of logistics, encompassing air, land transportation, rail, and aviation. In this issue, we spotlight the UAE’s remarkable success stories, showcasing how the nation’s strategic initiatives are transforming its logistics landscape. We are particularly excited to highlight Bluepass’s groundbreaking efforts to digitize and unify the logistics sector, driving efficiency and innovation. Join us as we explore these advancements and their impact on the UAE’s position as a global logistics hub, underscoring the synergy between technology and infrastructure in enhancing operational excellence.
Strategic Partnership Between NeoNautica, Tristar Maritime Logistics, and UAE’s MOEI to Elevate Maritime Safety and Innovation Through the BluePass Platform
NeoNautica and Tristar Maritime Logistics, in collaboration with the UAE’s Ministry of Energy and Infrastructure (MOEI), have signed a transformative strategic partnership aimed at advancing safety and operational standards in the maritime and logistics sectors.
THE integration of Tristar’s safety training publications into the BluePass platform marks the first major milestone of this collaboration, providing industry professionals with access to leading safety protocols and training resources. This move is set to elevate safety practices and enhance operational efficiency across the sector. Looking ahead, the partnership is poised to explore broader opportunities within the multimodal logistics industry. With a shared vision of innovation and sustainability, the collaboration aims to develop new digital tools, expand training programs, and promote greener logistics practices. By combining the strengths of NeoNautica, the developer and operator of the BluePass platform, Tristar Maritime Logistics, and the MOEI, this partnership is set to create significant value for industry members, driving progress and setting new benchmarks in safety and efficiency.
DP World Supercharges Asia Pacific Trade With Network Expansion
Article Source: www.dpworld.com 26 July 2024
The expansion brings the number of DP World’s active trading offices globally to 161
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GLOBAL trade is in the midst of an unprecedented era of flux in the face of growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty. We have an opportunity to help businesses navigate increasingly complex supply chains, as they seek enhanced market access and streamlined but resilient logistics from factory floor to customer door. With our expanded regional freight forwarding network backed by decades of experience in managing ports and terminals, our customers can count on us to support them in achieving their growth ambitions.”
Glen Hilton, CEO & Managing Director, Asia Pacific, DP World
DP World has inaugurated 51 new freight forwarding offices across Asia Pacific (APAC), to solidify its position as an end-to-end supply chain solutions provider to help businesses navigate the complexities of the world’s fastestgrowing logistics market. This brings the number of DP World’s active trading offices globally to 161.
The expanded network – focused on air and ocean freight -- is backed by DP World’s unrivalled infrastructure from ports and terminals to warehouses, trucks, rail and vessels, allows businesses to streamline their supply chains.
Glen Hilton, CEO & Managing Director, Asia Pacific, DP World, said: “Global trade is in the midst of an unprecedented era of flux in the face of growing geopolitical and economic uncertainty. We have an opportunity to help businesses navigate increasingly complex supply chains, as they seek enhanced market access and streamlined but resilient logistics from factory floor to customer door. With our expanded regional freight forwarding network backed by decades of experience in managing ports and terminals, our customers can count on us to support them in achieving their growth ambitions.”
In addition to managing the flow of trade through its ports and terminals, DP World is now in a stronger position, to offer a more comprehensive suite of logistics services, and instil greater flexibility in meeting the unique needs of customers across various sectors. In cities where the company already operates a port or terminal facility, this expanded presence allows customers to tap into the existing network, for a more seamless flow of goods.
The full range of logistics services, include order and origin management, port handling
and freight management for ocean and air, as well as at-destination services such as customs clearance and bonded warehousing services. The company also offers a variety of value-added services including embedded trade finance, commodity-specific services, cars in containers, transload and advanced hubs and more.
These services can all be accessed through a single digital window that is backed by an integrated Global Services Centre that centralises back-end processes and is manned by over 500 IT specialists. This advanced digital system allows customers to track their goods in real time and easily manage their cargo journey.
Expanded footprint capitalises on strong growth prospects in APAC
APAC presents the single largest opportunity for businesses to capitalise on, and DP World is poised to help them achieve that ambition as an end-to-end supply chain solutions provider. The region is the largest and fastest-growing in the world for outsourced logistics, and is projected to account for 40% of global revenues for contract logistics services by 2027. This year, it
is also the fastest-growing region in the world in terms of both exports and imports – at over 5% growth each.
Beyond widening its APAC freight forwarding network, DP World has also been strengthening its capabilities in other areas of logistics across the region over the last few months. These include:
• The US$50 million investment to develop DP World Busan Logistics Centre in Busan New Port, which will offer comprehensive valueadded logistics services and process nearly 80,000 TEUs per year by 2028.
• The acquisition of Savan Logistics, operator of Savannakhet dry port located in Laos’ first special economic zone at the heart of the EastWest Economic Corridor linking markets across Indochina.
• The introduction of a daily rail service connecting Sydney’s Port Botany to Yennora Intermodal Terminal, providing cargo owners in New South Wales with a viable alternative to trucking, while enhancing connectivity, reducing transit times and creating cost efficiencies.
GCC markets accounted for 53.9% of Dubai Chamber of Commerce members’ exports and re-exports during H1 2024 and top list of export destinations with value of AED 78.6 billion
Article Source: www.dubaichamber.com 05 Aug 2024
• Non-GCC Middle Eastern countries contributed 23.9% to total exports, with a combined value of AED 34.9 billion.
• Africa ranked third, with 9.9% of exports valued at AED 14.5 billion.
• The Asia-Pacific region ranked fourth, accounting for 9.2% of exports with a value of approximately AED 13.4 billion.
DUBAI, UAE – Dubai Chamber of Commerce, one of the three chambers operating under the umbrella of Dubai Chambers, has revealed that the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) market
remained the top global export and re-export destination for its member companies during the first half of 2024.
The GCC region accounted for 53.9% of total exports and re-exports with a combined value of around AED 78.6 billion, underlining the market’s continuing significance for the chamber’s members. Non-GCC countries in the Middle East region ranked second among members’ top export destinations, accounting for 23.9% of exports and re-exports with a total value of AED 34.9 billion.
African markets ranked third among the leading destinations for members’ exports and reexports during H1 2024, accounting for 9.9% of the total with a combined value of AED 14.5 billion.
The Asia-Pacific region ranked fourth on the
list, accounting for 9.2% of exports with a value of approximately AED 13.4 billion.
European markets came in fifth place, accounting for 1.9% of total exports and re-exports with a value of AED 2.8 billion. Meanwhile, North America ranked sixth with 0.6% of the total exports and re-exports and a combined value of AED 946 million.
Latin American markets ranked seventh, accounting for around 0.6% of total exports and re-exports with a value of approximately AED 839 million.
The combined value of exports and re-exports by all members of Dubai Chamber of Commerce reached approximately AED 145.9 billion during H1 2024, with the chamber issuing 372,720 certificates of origin.
Safeen Group & TDIC Join Forces for Cargo & Passenger Transportation
The marine services division of Safeen Group is pleased to announce the signing of a long-term contract with TDIC (Tourism Development & Investment Company) to transport passengers and cargo in the Al Dhafra Region, covering routes from Mugharraq Port, Jebel Dhanna, and Sir Bani Yas Island.
THIS agreement not only enhances the connectivity within these key locations but also underscores Safeen Group’s commitment to supporting the region’s development initiatives. By utilizing a fleet of advanced landing craft and speed boats, the
division will ensure the reliable and efficient delivery of essential public services. This collaboration is expected to play a significant role in driving regional economic growth, fostering tourism, and enhancing the overall infrastructure of the Al Dhafra Region.
Photo Source: Safeen Group LinkedIn
Masdar and TotalEnergies to Develop a Commercial Green Hydrogen to Methanol to SAF project in Abu Dhabi
Article Source: masdar.ae – 01 Aug 2024
• Focus of project is to decarbonize hard to abate, emission intensive sectors such as aviation and maritime industries
• Agreement follows successful test flight by Masdar and TotalEnergies demonstrating potential for converting methanol to SAF
• Project will capture and utilize CO2 from an industrial source as a feedstock for production of green methanol and SAF
Abu Dhabi Future Energy Company PJSC –Masdar, the UAE’s clean energy powerhouse, has signed an agreement with TotalEnergies to assess the viability of developing a commercial green hydrogen to methanol to SAF (Sustainable Aviation Fuel) project.
The focus of the project is to help decarbonize hard to abate, emission intensive sectors such as the aviation and maritime industries. The project will also capture and
utilize CO2 from an industrial source to be used as a feedstock, in addition to green hydrogen from renewable energy powered electrolysis, for the production of green methanol and SAF.
Today’s agreement follows a successful test flight conducted by the two companies during COP28 in December 2023 that demonstrated the potential for converting methanol to SAF.
Aviation is a key focus for Masdar’s Green Hydrogen business, and over the past three years the company has forged a number of strategic partnerships designed to support the development and growth of the SAF sector.
The UAE’s General Policy for Sustainable Aviation Fuel set a voluntary target of providing 1% of fuel supplied to national airlines at UAE airports using locally produced SAF by 2031 and seeks to develop a national regulatory framework for SAF by exploring potential policies to support the long-term economic operation of SAF facilities in the UAE.
The agreement aligns with Abu Dhabi’s Low Carbon Hydrogen Policy which is expected to significantly contribute to promoting lowcarbon hydrogen as a future energy source, constituting a significant milestone towards ensuring economic growth, sustainability, and energy security and a strategic step towards a sustainable future.
The Low Carbon Hydrogen Policy complements the UAE National Hydrogen Strategy, which seeks to establish the UAE as a leading global producer of low carbon hydrogen by 2031.
Since its establishment in 2006, Masdar has been a key enabler of the UAE’s vision as a global leader in sustainability and climate action. The company has developed and partnered in projects in over 40 countries, with a mandate to increase its renewable energy portfolio capacity to 100GW by 2030 and to become a leading producer of green hydrogen by the same year.
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THE REVOLUTIONARY LEADER STEERING THE FUTURE OF TRISTAR E-SHIPS TIM COFFINInterview with
Can you tell us about your journey to becoming the CEO of Tristar E-ships? What inspired you to take on this role?
Early in my career, I learned that shipping is an industry for generalists. Of course, there are experts—engineers, deal-makers, and others who contribute their skills to specific areas of the industry. But overall, to be successful in shipping, one needs a broad skill set. From the beginning,
I understood the importance of changing roles frequently, and I’ve been fortunate to have done everything from operating small freighters in Latin America to managing engineering teams and corporate finance for public listings. Before joining Tristar, I managed a shipping-focused family office. However, the opportunity at Tristar was too good to pass up—its founder, Eugene Mayne, is an inspiration to all business-
minded people, and the shipping subsidiary is strategically well-placed.
Tristar Group has been known for its initiatives towards decarbonization. Can you elaborate on the specific steps Tristar E-ships is taking to reduce its carbon footprint?
We conduct research on the fuelsaving technologies and devices available
in the market. Unfortunately, none of these technologies, whether used independently or together, generate an acceptable emissions reduction. Therefore, rather than focusing on various opportunities with negligible impact, we chose to concentrate our capital and efforts on identifying and exploiting the one technology with the greatest impact. After a multi-year project with battery suppliers, shipbuilders, the Port of Fujairah, our Class Society, and— most importantly—our customer, we are now constructing an electro-hybrid coastal tanker with operational emissions that are close to zero, which no combination of energy-saving technologies or devices can achieve.
What are the benefits of the new build hybrid bunker barge, where will it be used, and are there any plans to build more?
This is a market-leading, innovative project that should encourage others in the industry to take bold steps towards decarbonization. Everyone knows which side of history they wish to be on but may be wary of taking the first steps when the pathway is unclear. I hope this example will lead others toward our shared goals. Our vessel will be delivered in the middle of next year and will be stationed in Fujairah. The knowledge we develop in constructing and operating the ship will inform our next construction. Ultimately, the goal is for our entire coastal tanker fleet to generate zero emissions.
What key highlights can we expect from the 6th edition of the Tristar ‘Safety at Sea’ Conference in Dubai this November?
Safety at Sea is unique in that it puts professional mariners in direct, real-time contact with the people ashore responsible for their welfare. We’re excited about the program
we’re developing for this year’s conference and are very fortunate to attract prominent industry leaders to run sessions and participate on panels. This year’s roster is the best yet. We will learn and engage in the real-world, practical steps needed to implement an effective safety culture on vessels. This year’s edition will be sharper, more interactive, and entirely focused on the well-being of seafarers. As usual, we will have livestreams from mess rooms on board vessels around the world, as well as from seafarer gatherings ashore in India, the Philippines, and elsewhere.
How do you see the role of digital transformation in the future of maritime logistics and shipping, especially in collaboration with BluePass as strategic partners?
Ships produce a lot of data and now, as communication technology becomes faster and less expensive, those data can be shared efficiently with computing power ashore. Ships will therefore become more efficient. The same is true for our industry more broadly: we have the ability to share vast amounts of information more efficiently than we once could. BluePass is an important participant in that evolution, improving the economy of our market.
What do you think are the biggest trends and challenges currently facing the maritime industry?
The industry’s overarching themes today are “the three Ds”: decarbonization, digitalization, and diversity. We have addressed two of these issues above. Regarding diversity, crewing managers foresee a shortage of crew from traditional seafaring nations as those countries develop economically. However, any shortage of talent is self-imposed: because merchant
shipping is designed for male seafarers, we have become accustomed to ignoring 51% of the global population. Some training centers, like the Sharjah Maritime Academy, have a high percentage of female pupils, so perhaps this imbalance will be rectified in the coming years.
How do you envision the future of maritime logistics and shipping, particularly in the context of sustainability and environmental responsibility?
Shipping is carbon-intensive. After the Second World War, society demanded that our industry move goods around the world at the lowest possible cost. Part of the solution was to burn the cheapest fuel. As a result, our industry cannot easily or quickly decouple from fossil fuels. However, newbuildings ordered today are likely among the last generation of ships that will solely burn fossil fuels. Some alternative fuels are technically proven, and others are nearly proven. The hurdle to the widespread adoption of low-carbon fuel is now more logistical than technological.
What advice would you give to young professionals aspiring to build a career in the maritime industry?
Shipping is perhaps the most interesting industry in the world. We are rightly proud of our contribution to society, as our work provides the food required for populations to grow and the energy needed for economies to thrive. It’s a relationship-based business built on trust and custom, yet at the same time, it is totally globalized, with people participating from every social and cultural heritage. The industry is dynamic, highly entrepreneurial, and intensely competitive. To be successful in shipping, one must always be learning and adapting.
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Crystal Offshore Middle East Expands Operations at AD Ports Khalifa Port
Source: Crystal Offshore LinkedIn
Crystal Offshore is pleased to announce the expansion of its operations with the addition of a second facility in partnership with AD Ports. This new site will augment the company’s existing facilities, offering expanded land and jetty space.
THIS strategic expansion enables Crystal Offshore to manage multiple projects concurrently, further reinforcing its long-term commitment to AD Ports and the offshore energy sector. The company aims to solidify its position as the global leader in shipyard services.
Crystal Offshore Middle East remains the only rig-specific major maintenance shipyard facility within Khalifa Port, boasting expansive workshops, state-of-the-art equipment, advanced machinery, and a comprehensive range of skilled in-house trades. This ensures the capability to complete full-term shipyard programs, upgrades, and conversions with utmost efficiency.
This growth represents a significant advancement in Crystal Offshore’s capabilities and services, including the allocation of dedicated project space for its partners.
The project portfolio of Crystal Offshore features the successful completion of numerous significant drilling rig reactivation and upgrade projects, all delivered on time and within budget. This track record underscores the company’s ability to handle complex and demanding tasks, ensuring client satisfaction through meticulous planning and execution, supported by strong client testimonials.
Empowering Emirati Talent: Mubadala’s Landmark Collaboration with ADNOC to Drive Future Leadership and Career Growth
Article Source: Mubadala/LinkedIn Page In line with the UAE’s initiatives to grow Emirati talent, Mubadala has partnered with ADNOC to enhance career development and long-term growth opportunities for Emiratis within both organizations.
THE signing of the collaboration was witnessed by His Highness Sheikh Khaled bin Mohamed bin Zayed and attended by Mubadala’s MD and Group CEO, Khaldoon Khalifa Al Mubarak, alongside His Excellency Dr. Sultan Al Jaber, Minister of Industry and Advanced Technology and ADNOC Managing Director and Group CEO. His Highness highlighted the significance of this comprehensive partnership in strengthening public-private sector collaboration. This initiative is designed to enhance the skills and capabilities of UAE nationals in key sectors, providing essential training for the next generation of leadership.
Completing Construction of 10 Truck Rest Stops
Dubai’s Roads and Transport Authority (RTA) has completed the construction of 10 out of 16 Truck Rest Stops in cooperation with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC). The trucks rest Stops strategically distributed across six key locations, including Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Road, Emirates Road, DubaiHatta Road, Dubai - Al Ain Road, Jebel Ali - Lehbab Road, and Al Awir Road, all of which attract a high volume of daily truck traffic. The rest areas cover over 75,000 square metres with an operational capacity exceeding 5,000 trucks and heavy vehicles and 700 parking slots. Each rest area spans 5,000 to 10,000 square metres, with the capacity to accommodate 30 to 45 trucks and heavy vehicles. The facilities include service amenities, prayer rooms, diesel refueling stations, and driver rest rooms.
TRAFFIC SAFETY
His Excellency Mattar Al Tayer, DirectorGeneral, Chairman of the Board of Executive Directors of the Roads and Transport Authority, said, “Constructing truck rest stops enhances traffic safety by reducing truck-related incidents by 50%. These facilities improve traffic flow during truck ban periods, promote traffic awareness among truck drivers, and eliminate the parking of trucks on main roads and in residential areas. The rest areas are designed to allow truck drivers to rest during traffic bans on specific highways and to accommodate the increasing need for truck parking. This need arises from the high volume of truck trips in Dubai, which exceeds 300,000 daily trips, carrying approximately 1.5 million tonnes of goods daily.
“Selecting suitable locations for establishing rest stops for trucks and heavy vehicles involves adhering to standards and technical studies to maximise the effectiveness of these facilities and support the land transport sector. The chosen locations are strategically placed on major roads, key areas, and logistical cities to serve the maximum number of trucks daily. These sites ensure safe entrances and exits, minimise
the impact on residential areas, and efficiently distribute rest areas along highways,” added Al Tayer.
PARTNERSHIP WITH THE PRIVATE SECTOR
Al Tayer expressed his delight in the growing partnership between the public and private sectors in infrastructure projects and services.
“Such collaboration provides investors with opportunities to participate in development projects and expand their investments in various fields. It raises the quality of public services and facilitates the transfer of knowledge, experience, and innovation from the private sector to the public sector. It also enables the training and qualification of government employees to manage and oversee long-term projects based on the Build-Operate-Transfer model.
“The partnership with ADNOC in constructing and operating rest areas for trucks and heavy vehicles reinforces Dubai’s position as a global logistics hub. This collaboration also enhances the safety and well-being of drivers by providing necessary amenities and services for their daily needs,” noted Al Tayer.
LAND TRANSPORT
“RTA attaches high priority to the land transport sector in view of its important role in fostering economic and commercial activity. RTA
has conducted a comprehensive study of truck movements in Dubai, including field surveys, interviews, and workshops with relevant entities and companies. It developed a Predictive Modelling Framework to forecast future truck movements and assess the need for dry ports or commodities collection and distribution centres. It also evaluated current ban policies, times, and routes, and considered the necessity of dedicated truck roads. The study also addressed the organisational and structural aspects related to managing truck and goods movement within Dubai,” concluded Al Tayer.
INTEGRATED STATION
In 2023, RTA signed an agreement with ADNOC to construct and operate an integrated truck rest area near Emirates Road, adjacent to Al Tayy Racetrack. Covering over 76,000 square metres, the station has a capacity for 150 vehicles. The rest area provides holistic services that enhance the safety and well-being of drivers, including diesel refuelling, a motel for drivers to rest, a maintenance workshop, restaurants, administrative buildings, prayer rooms, truck maintenance workshops, driver training centres, clinics, pharmacies, exchange centres, a laundry room, and other support services and facilities related to the safety and well-being of truck and heavy vehicle drivers.
Article Source: rta.ae
DSV Abu Dhabi Recognized by ADAFSA for Outstanding Participation in National Service Programme
Article Source: DSV – Global Transport & Logistics/LinkedIn Page DSV in Abu Dhabi has recently been honored by the Abu Dhabi Agriculture & Food Safety Authority (ADAFSA), a leading government entity, for its exemplary participation in the Alternative National Service Programme. This prestigious recognition underscores DSV’s pivotal role in developing the skills of program participants, marking it as one of the strategic partners of the initiative.
THIS accolade is a testament to DSV’s unwavering commitment to community service and youth empowerment. The company’s efforts in enhancing the capabilities of participants have not gone unnoticed. Each year, DSV Abu Dhabi enrolls UAE national participants in its operations, providing them with the necessary skills to effectively manage logistics and supply chains across all aspects of the industry.
Through this program, DSV continues to demonstrate its dedication to nurturing the next generation of skilled professionals, further solidifying its position as a key player in the logistics sector.
Ruby International Maritime and Business Consultancy Welcomes New Talent Amidst Expanding Industry Influence
Ruby International Maritime and Business Consultancy (Ruby) is proud to reaffirm its status as a trusted partner in the global maritime sector. Over the years, the firm has provided oversight for numerous shipping companies, ensuring strict compliance with legal and regulatory standards in safety, classification, and flag requirements.
THIS unwavering commitment to excellence has established Ruby as a cornerstone in the industry, offering robust and tailored solutions to address the ever-evolving challenges of global shipping.
In alignment with Ruby’s dedication to advancing maritime operations, the company is excited to welcome Marha Fathma to the team. Marha
is a distinguished professional with extensive experience in both maritime and legal fields. She brings a wealth of expertise from her tenure at Al Tamimi & Company in Dubai, where she played a key role in corporate structuring. Her combined knowledge of maritime and law will be invaluable as Ruby continues to innovate and lead in the maritime industry.
Al-Futtaim Logistics launches aerospace logistics division in UAE
Article Source: aflogistics.com
Al-Futtaim Logistics, a leading regional provider of innovative supply chain solutions and logistics services, has officially announced the launch of its new Aerospace Logistics division in the UAE.
THIS strategic move, unveiled during the Dubai Airshow 2023, follows its initial soft launch at MRO-AIME Middle East 2023.
Al-Futtaim’s Aerospace Logistics division is set to serve a wide array of clients in the aviation industry, including Airlines, Maintenance, Repair & Overhaul (MRO) operators, Original Equipment Manufacturers (OEMs), Parts
Suppliers, and Asset Leasing Companies. The division offers a comprehensive range of services that encompass airside deliveries at major UAE airports, multiple carrier options, Technician Onboard Charters (TOC), and a 24/7 centralized aerospace operations center with global reach. Furthermore, the company provides storage solutions adhering to the stringent standards of The General Civil Aviation Authority (GCAA) and ASA-100.
Dr. Raman Kumar, Managing Director of AlFuttaim Logistics, expressed enthusiasm about the division’s launch, highlighting the company’s unique position to deliver exceptional service quality and flexibility.
“Our customer-centric and solutionsoriented approach, combined with 300+ stations for our 24/7 AOG operations and comprehensive
end-to-end solutions including storage and distribution within the UAE, positions us as a preferred partner for aerospace companies of all sizes,” he stated.
Dubai’s significant role as the 7th largest importer of aircraft and spacecraft parts globally underscores the strategic importance of this expansion. The Middle East is projected to experience a 3.2% growth in the MRO services market over the next two decades, indicating a robust demand for efficient and rapid aerospace logistics.
The inauguration of Al-Futtaim’s Aerospace Logistics division in the UAE marks a significant milestone for Al-Futtaim Logistics, cementing its position as a leader in providing advanced and specialized logistics services in the region and beyond.
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport Achieves Record-Breaking Growth & Implements Innovative Smart Travel System
Ras Al Khaimah International Airport recently celebrated a record-breaking year in 2023, achieving the highest passenger numbers in its history. The momentum continued into 2024, with a 26% increase in passenger traffic by June compared to the same period in 2023. This growth is a testament to the airport’s commitment to providing exceptional services and enhancing the traveller experience.
Amajor factor which will further enhance success is the recent implementation of the Smart Travel system, which has revolutionized the travel experience by reducing check-in and check-out times from 40 minutes to just five seconds. This advanced technology underscores the airport’s dedication to efficiency and convenience, making travel faster and easier for all passengers. The airport also credits the hard work of its teams and the trust and support of its passengers as key factors in these impressive achievements.
Technomak Expands Operations in Hamriyah Free Zone with New 500,000 sq.ft Facility, Boosting Investment to AED 661 Million
Hamriyah Free Zone Authority (HFZA) is delighted to announce that Technomak, a turnkey EPC company specializing in the fields of oil and gas, FPSO, and renewable energy, is expanding in Hamriyah Free Zone. In response to the growing global demand for its products, Technomak will build a 500,000 sq.ft factory, increasing the total area of its facilities in the free zone to 1.8 million square feet. The expansion plan was announced during the signing of an MoU between Technomak and HFZA. The ceremony was attended by HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei, Director of HFZA, and Mohammed Hanifa, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Technomak, along with other senior officials from both sides.
THIS expansion brings Technomak’s investment in HFZA to AED 661 million, up from AED 440.7 million. The company’s production capacity now stands at 16,000 tonnes per annum of steel structures.
Technomak is a specialist in modular control rooms and data centers, offering process design and extensive modularization solutions for both offshore and onshore projects, including topsides for FPSO, HVAC/HVDC platforms for offshore, and subsea structures for offshore.
HE Saud Salim Al Mazrouei welcomed the signing of the MoU, saying, “Technomak’s expansion of its investments highlights the competitive advantages, quality, and efficiency of the services and facilities provided by HFZA to its customers and investors.”
Article Source: Hamriyah Free Zone Authority LinkedIn
