Dubai logistics zones to align operations
 
(Dubai, United Arab Emirates 13/07/2009)

From: Arabian Supply Chain
Dateline: Sunday, July 13, 2009

Jebel Ali Free Zone has entered a four-phase partnership with Dubai Logistics City to increase the efficiency of transportation and storage operations in the United Arab Emirates.

The trade alliance was finalised last month with a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) being signed by Economic Zones World (EZW) – the parent company of Jebel Ali Free Zone Authority (Jafza) – and Dubai Aviation City Corporation, which is responsible for Dubai Logistics City and the forthcoming Al Maktoum International Airport.

“This is a landmark step and will have a positive impact on Dubai’s status as one of the world’s leading commercial and trading hubs,” stated Salma Hareb, chief executive officer of EZW.

“Our alliance is a commitment to create a Dubai logistics corridor and EZW is delighted to take part in this initiative, which will significantly contribute to the long-term progress of Dubai and the nation,” she added.

The landmark agreement will be implemented in four stages over the coming years. Under the first stage, both parties will align their business procedures to improve and simplify the transportation process for cargo that is shipped between Jebel Ali Free Zone and Dubai Logistics City.

The second stage will be focused on administrative operations, such as business registration and trade licensing, while the third and fourth areas will involve the development of a common operating platform and alignments in marketing and promotional activities.

“We are proud to announce this alliance with Economic Zones World,” commented Rashed Buqara’a, chief operating officer of Dubai Aviation City Corporation.

Link: Arabian Supply Chain