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LOGISTICS HANDLING-
Sharjah Publishing City Freezone teams up with Aramex to lure investors: Aramex has signed an MoU with the Sharjah Publishing City Freezone (SPCFZ) that will give businesses operating in the zone access to the logistics firm’s global network, according to a press release. Aramex customers are set to benefit from SPC’s operational incentives and business environment, while Aramex will leverage its logistics network to ensure reliable and efficient deliveries in the zone.
UAE’s EMX goes international: The UAE’s EMX has launched a new global service for ecommerce package delivery, dubbed EMX International, across the GCC region, Wam reports. The delivery platform will help companies serve customers in KSA, Oman, Bahrain, Qatar, and Jordan. Companies will be able to use the UAE as a regional gateway to cut down on delivery times and operational costs.
TRADE-
Dubai Customs has launched a blockchain platform to enhance transparency in domestic and cross-border commercial operations in Dubai, Gulf News reported. The platform aims to expedite customs clearance and commercial transactions as well as allow for secure and tamper-proof data sharing to improve visibility across supply chains.
SHIPPING+MARITIME-
UAE launches satellite maritime mapping project: UAE’s Energy and Infrastructure Ministry has launched a satellite and AI tool dubbed Satgate to enhance ship location efficiency, monitor sea conditions, and forecast weather, Wam reports. Launched in partnership with the Mohammed bin Rashid Space Centre, the project aims to establish a ship database for UAE ports to bolster maritime facility security and track ships without tracking devices.
OTHER STORIES WORTH KNOWING THIS MORNING-
- Qatar Airways adds more Sri Lanka flights: Qatar Airways is increasing its daily flights to Colombo, Sri Lanka from five to six starting 10 July. (Press release)
- Iran sends out first cargo shipment via Rasht-Caspian railway: Iran has set out export shipments to countries on the Caspian Sea via the Rasht-Caspian railway. Iran is set to transport 400k metric tons along this route annually. (IRNA)
