Technology news and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Technology News and insights in the Middle East, South Asia, and Africa
Saudi Ports Authority launched the ‘AR2 Asia Red Sea’ shipping service to connect Jeddah with 10 major ports, enhancing trade flow and competitiveness. The move aligns with Saudi Arabia’s strategy to become a global logistics hub bridging three continents.
Egypt opens SCAT, its first dedicated automotive terminal, with a 30-year plan to handle 50,000 vehicles annually, strengthening its role in regional automotive logistics and supporting economic growth.
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Jumia has opened its largest integrated warehouse in Egypt to enhance logistics and distribution across underserved regions and support pan-African e-commerce growth. The facility is expected to create thousands of jobs and bolster the country’s digital economy, reflecting Jumia’s strategic commitment to Egypt as a key tech and operations hub. This move aligns with Jumia’s mission to increase access and affordability across Africa’s digital markets.
Kale Logistics Solutions and Novel Muscat have won a contract from Oman’s Ministry of Transport to develop the National Port Community System, a digital platform to streamline cargo operations across Oman’s transport hubs. The initiative supports Oman’s Logistics Sector Strategy 2040 and aims to enhance trade facilitation, operational efficiency, and economic growth.
ShipBee, an AI-driven logistics startup in Doha, raised $235,000 pre-seed funding led by GrowthX, positioning the company to expand technology, partnerships, and regional reach, supporting Qatar’s Vision 2030 for digital economy growth.
Orange has extended its partnership with Kuehne+Nagel for the e-commerce logistics of communication hardware in France, Poland, and Africa. The renewed three-year deal focuses on secure logistics and sustainable solutions for high-value orders, supporting Orange’s expansion in mobile telephony and internet access markets while optimizing delivery and fulfillment efficiency.
DHL Express has opened a new facility at Muscat International Airport, Oman, investing over US$30.81 million. The state-of-the-art hub features advanced logistics technology, including X-ray screening, smart conveyor systems, and solar panels. This expansion strengthens DHL’s presence in Oman while focusing on environmental sustainability and operational efficiency.
Pass Delivery has partnered with SkipCash to introduce Card on Delivery (CoD), allowing customers in Qatar to make secure cashless payments for doorstep deliveries. This collaboration aims to streamline transactions, enhance security, and reduce cash-handling risks, contributing to Qatar’s shift toward a cashless society.
SAL Logistics has partnered with stc Group to enhance logistics operations in Saudi Arabia by integrating AI and IoT technologies. This collaboration aims to improve tracking, warehouse automation, and shipment monitoring, supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and positioning it as a global logistics hub through digital transformation.