dnata has announced new cargo facility developments in the Netherlands, the UAE, and Iraq as part of its global infrastructure investment programme, which exceeds $110 million, during the World Cargo Symposium in Dubai.
The facilities are scheduled to become operational in 2025 and are expected to expand dnata’s cargo and logistics capabilities across its network.
“As supply chains evolve and customer expectations shift, we’re focused on investing in infrastructure that’s fit for purpose today and adaptable for tomorrow. Our latest investments prioritise automation, scalability and energy efficiency, enabling us to support our customers more effectively in a fast-changing logistics environment,” Clive Sauvé-Hopkins, dnata’s CEO – Airport Operations said.
dnata to launch cargo facilities in Amsterdam, Dubai and Erbil by 2025
Each of the three upcoming facilities is designed to limit manual handling, increase real-time shipment visibility, and introduce scalable automation.
The modular architecture will allow for future technology upgrades and flexible operations.
Sustainability measures are integrated to support energy efficiency and reduce environmental impact.
In Amsterdam, the company is investing more than $70 million in a 61,000 m² cargo facility at Schiphol Airport (AMS).
Named dnata Cargo City Amsterdam, the facility is expected to open in July 2025 and will be able to process over 850,000 tonnes of cargo annually.
It will feature a forklift guidance system to support cargo movement and placement, and will carry out 100 per cent weight and dimension checks for all shipments.
In Erbil, dnata is investing $15 million in a 20,000 m² cargo facility, which is also set to open in July 2025.
The development will increase the company’s handling capacity in Iraq by 300 per cent, reaching an annual capacity of 66,000 tonnes.
Due for completion by the end of 2025, the centre will handle up to 400,000 tonnes of cargo each year.
The warehouse will be fully temperature-controlled and will include a combination of very narrow and wide aisle racking, as well as dedicated areas for truck loading and offloading.
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