Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics and real estate, and UPS, a global logistics leader, signed an agreement to open a new facility at the former’s logistics district.
The new facility is part of UPS’s strategic expansion in the region.
Dubai South, UPS logistics partnership
It is also aimed to enhance UPS’s operational capacity in the UAE, strengthening international trade links through its extensive global network.
The facility is scheduled for completion and operational before the end of the year, the company said.
Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District, Dubai South, said the partnership with UPS reflects Dubai South’s commitment to reinforcing the emirate’s position as a global logistics hub.
“We are committed to supporting UPS in its growth ambitions, ensuring it has the necessary resources to meet the rising demand for logistics services across the region,” he said.
Ahmad said with its strategic location, world-class infrastructure, and seamless multimodal connectivity, Dubai South continues to be the preferred destination for leading logistics providers seeking to expand in the region.
Ismet Demirel, VP Transportation, India Subcontinent, Middle East & Africa, UPS, said Dubai’s world-class infrastructure and strategic location at the crossroads of global trade make it a vital hub for UPS’s global network.
“This investment in new capabilities in the region will allow us to connect businesses across the Middle East to over 200 countries and territories globally – driving efficiency and growth for businesses of all sizes in one of the world’s most dynamic regions,” he said.
Dubai South’s Logistics District offers premier services and operations as well as uninterrupted access to Jebel Ali Port via a bonded logistics corridor.
The district comprises multiple zones, which have direct access to the cargo terminals at Al Maktoum International Airport; EZDubai, a fully dedicated e-commerce free zone; and a contract logistics zone.
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