#middle-east-logistics
(150 articles)Container Ships Sink Near Strait of Hormuz as Attacks Escalate
Two container and bulk carrier vessels sank near the Strait of Hormuz this week following projectile strikes, marking a sharp escalation in attacks that traditionally targeted tankers. The Singapore-f
Riyadh Cargo Operators Resort to Costly Workarounds
Cargo operators are finding alternative routing and handling solutions to work around capacity or operational constraints at Riyadh, but these workarounds come at increased cost. This reflects ongoing
NEOM Port Expands Europe-Iraq Trade Corridor
Saudi Arabia's NEOM port and a logistics partner are pursuing expansion of the Europe-Iraq trade corridor, signaling efforts to enhance regional shipping connectivity and position the facility as a st
Rhenus Opens Permanent Humanitarian Logistics Office in Dubai
Rhenus has established a permanent emergency Aid and Relief logistics office within Dubai Humanitarian on October 14, 2026, positioning itself as a strategic partner in the global humanitarian respons
Gemini Service Relaunch to Worsen Khor Fakkan Port Congestion
The relaunched Gemini service by Hapag-Lloyd and Maersk (marketed as AGX and FM1 respectively) is set to begin operations on October 17, routing through Khor Fakkan instead of Jebel Ali due to escalat
Aegis Logistics Acquires Tristar for $809M, Expanding Global Tanker Fleet
Aegis Logistics, an India-based liquid logistics operator, has agreed to acquire an 89.8% stake in Tristar, a Dubai-headquartered energy and maritime logistics group, for $809 million. This transactio
Iraq Reschedules International Transport Expo to November
The Iraqi Ministry of Transport announced a postponement of the Iraq International Transport, Logistics, and Airports Exhibition and Conference (ITL Iraq Expo) from its original October date to Novemb
Saudi Air Cargo Capacity Drops Amid Riyadh Airport Shutdown
Air cargo capacity in Saudi Arabia has declined due to disruption from a Riyadh airport shutdown. This reduction affects regional air freight operations and may impact shipments through a key Middle E
Saudi air cargo capacity drops 33 percent amid Riyadh airport shutdown
Saudi Arabia's international air cargo capacity has contracted by approximately one-third over a 72-hour period following the closure of King Khalid International Airport in Riyadh. The shutdown, driv
Middle East Logistics Leaders Call for Resilient Networks Amid Geopolitical Shifts
At the FIATA RAME Meeting in Milan, regional logistics leaders including Qatar Chamber Board Member Eng. Ali bin Abdullatif Al-Misnad emphasized that the freight forwarding sector faces mounting press
Geopolitical Shifts Disrupt Maritime Routes, Test Logistics Resilience
The global logistics industry faces a critical inflection point as geopolitical tensions and route disruptions, particularly through the Strait of Hormuz, are cascading into elevated freight rates and
Lebanon Cuts Apple Export Shipping Costs Via CMA CGM Initiative
Lebanon has launched a US$1 million refrigerated container shipping subsidy through CMA CGM to reduce freight costs for apple exporters shipping to Arab ports in Egypt, Saudi Arabia, and Libya. The in
Dematic Powers Future of Warehousing in Middle East
Dematic is featured for its role in advancing warehouse automation technology in the Middle East market. The article highlights how the company's solutions are addressing evolving warehousing demands
TLM Logistics Opens Game-Changing Mega Facility in Dubai
TLM Logistics has opened a major new facility in Dubai designed to enhance logistics operations in the Middle East. The development represents a strategic capacity expansion in a key regional hub, lik
JD.com Partners with Saudi Electricity for Logistics Advancement
JD.com and Saudi Electricity Company have announced a strategic partnership aimed at improving logistics and supply chain management. This collaboration brings together e-commerce logistics expertise
Saudi Airport Attacks Cut Air Cargo Capacity by 34% Ahead of Peak
Attacks on Saudi Arabian airports this week have triggered immediate capacity constraints in air cargo, with Riyadh's outbound lift falling 34% over 24 hours as airlines suspended services. The disrup
Jordan-UAE Railway breaks ground on new freight corridor
The Jordan-UAE Railway Company has begun construction on a new dedicated freight rail line, marking a significant infrastructure investment in the Middle East. This project represents a structural exp
Saudi Maritime Congress Reveals Key Partnership Strategy
The Saudi Maritime Congress has unveiled its key partner roster, signaling continued regional investment in maritime infrastructure and shipping connectivity. This announcement reflects Saudi Arabia's
Saudi Arabia Builds Freight Rail Network for Supply Chain Resilience
Saudi Arabia is expanding its freight rail capabilities as a strategic initiative to strengthen supply chain security and diversify transportation options beyond road and port networks. This infrastru
UAE Pre-Load Filing Rule Now in Effect for Dubai Re-Exports
The United Arab Emirates has implemented a mandatory pre-load cargo filing requirement that is now in effect, marking a significant shift in customs documentation procedures for shipments moving throu
Aramco CEO warns global oil buffer at critical low due to Hormuz risks
Saudi Aramco CEO Amin Nasser has publicly flagged that the global oil supply buffer has become critically thin due to disruptions affecting the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most critical energ
GCC Supply Chain Resilience: Beyond Rerouting to Sustainable Trade
PwC's analysis addresses how Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) nations can leverage supply chain disruptions as opportunities to build sustainable, long-term trade resilience rather than relying solely o
Hormuz Closure Threatens Dubai and Abu Dhabi Transhipment Hub Status
The prolonged closure of the Hormuz Strait, now spanning nearly eight months due to US-Israel-Iran conflict, poses an existential threat to Dubai and Abu Dhabi's transhipment operations. Jebel Ali and
SCZone Invests EGP 1B in Digital Truck Yard at Ain Sokhna
SCZone has committed EGP 1 billion (approximately USD 32-33 million) to develop a digital truck yard facility at the Ain Sokhna port in Egypt. This infrastructure investment represents a strategic mod
Mega Developers Navigate Supply Chain Shocks in Middle East
Large-scale developers operating in the Middle East region are successfully managing multiple supply chain disruptions through strategic procurement and logistics planning. Despite facing significant
Etihad Rail Opens Abu Dhabi–Fujairah Freight Corridor
Etihad Rail has inaugurated a new dedicated freight rail corridor linking Abu Dhabi and Fujairah, marking a significant expansion of rail-based freight capacity within the UAE. This development enhanc
Importers Reroute Shipments as Freight Costs Surge
Rising freight costs are forcing importers to fundamentally reassess their traditional shipping routes, triggering a wave of supply chain reconfiguration in the Middle East and globally. This strategi
SAR Orders 782 Freight Cars, 33 Locomotives to Expand Capacity
Saudi Railways Company (SAR) has announced significant procurement contracts totaling 782 freight cars and 33 locomotives, marking a substantial investment in regional rail infrastructure capacity. Th
Oil Flows Through Hormuz But Ships Scarce, Supply Chain Impact
The Strait of Hormuz, through which approximately 20-30% of global seaborne oil transits, has resumed oil flows after disruption, yet the recovery tells a more complex story for supply chain managers.
CargoSyr 2026: Transport & Shipping Companies Showcase Services
CargoSyr 2026 represents a regional industry gathering where transport and shipping service providers demonstrate their operational capabilities and service offerings. This trade show serves as a netw
Etihad Rail Opens Direct Freight Corridor Between Fujairah and Abu Dhabi
Etihad Rail has launched a new direct freight service connecting Fujairah, a critical UAE port on the eastern coast, with Abu Dhabi, strengthening the backbone of UAE regional logistics infrastructure
Sharjah-Oman Trade Corridor Surges 66% in Value Growth
The Sharjah-Oman logistics corridor has experienced a dramatic 66.26% surge in trade value, reflecting strengthening economic ties and infrastructure investment between the UAE and Oman. This substant
Sharjah-Oman Corridor Sees 66% Cargo Growth to AED1.7B in Q1
The Sharjah-Oman logistics corridor experienced exceptional growth in the first quarter, with cargo value reaching AED1.7 billion, a remarkable 66.2% increase. This surge reflects strengthening bilate
Egypt Launches Eight Integrated Logistics Corridors
Egypt is establishing eight integrated logistics corridors as a strategic infrastructure initiative to strengthen its position as a regional transport hub and facilitate cross-border transit trade. Th
Saudi Logistics Panel Addresses Route Pressures Impacting Global Trade
A panel of logistics leaders convened in Saudi Arabia to address mounting pressures on international trade routes and their operational implications. The discussion reflects growing industry concern a
Aramco Pipeline Outage Forces Oil Shipments Back Through Hormuz
A significant pipeline outage at Saudi Aramco has forced the company to reroute oil shipments back through the Strait of Hormuz, one of the world's most strategically critical chokepoints for global e
DP World Shifts Hormuz Strategy With Truck-Based Logistics
DP World, the Dubai-based global port operator, is reorienting its logistics strategy in the Hormuz region by expanding truck-based transport networks. This strategic pivot represents a significant op
US to Saudi Arabia Shipping: 2026 Guide & Best Practices
ClickPost has published a comprehensive business guide addressing the logistics complexities of shipping from the United States to Saudi Arabia in 2026. This resource is particularly relevant as compa
Saudi Arabia Transforms Supply Chain Disruptions Into Strategic Growth
Saudi Arabia stands at a critical juncture in global supply chain evolution. Rather than passively absorbing recent disruptions, including port congestion, geopolitical tensions, and shifting trade pa
Hormuz Strait Closure Drives Container Rates to Record Highs
The collapse of Omani-led diplomatic negotiations to resolve passage restrictions through the Strait of Hormuz marks a critical escalation for global container shipping, particularly in the Middle Eas
DP World Expands Hormuz Trucking to Reshape Middle East Logistics
DP World, a global leader in port and logistics operations, is expanding its trucking capabilities in the Hormuz region, signaling a strategic shift to strengthen its integrated logistics network in a
Hormuz Blockade Forces 60-Day Export Detours via Overland Routes
The blockade or congestion at the Strait of Hormuz, a critical chokepoint through which approximately 21% of global petroleum passes, has forced Middle East exporters to pursue alternative export chan
Egypt's Overland Freight Sector Embraces Digital Transformation
Egypt's overland freight sector is at an inflection point, with emerging signs that digital adoption is accelerating across regional transport networks. This shift represents a meaningful modernizatio
Egypt Digitizes Overland Freight at Nafeza, Streamlining Border Trade
Egypt's government has taken a significant step to modernize its customs infrastructure by incorporating overland freight operations into the Nafeza digital platform for the first time. Previously, th
DP World Expands Trucking to Strengthen Hormuz Corridor
DP World, a global port and logistics operator, is strategically expanding its trucking capabilities in the Hormuz region to strengthen its competitive position and improve supply chain resilience. Th
Iran Suspends Freight Charges on Foreign Energy Vessels
Iran has announced a suspension of freight charges previously applied to foreign vessels carrying energy products to or from Iranian ports. This policy shift represents a strategic initiative to reduc
Saudi Arabia Launches War-Risk Insurance Pool for Supply Chain Protection
Saudi Arabia has established a national war-risk insurance pool, a strategic move to protect domestic and regional supply chains from escalating geopolitical tensions and maritime risks. This initiati
Saudi Construction Costs Surge Amid Hormuz Shipping Disruptions
Disruptions affecting the Strait of Hormuz, a critical maritime chokepoint through which approximately 20-30% of global seaborne petroleum and substantial volumes of containerized goods transit, are c
US Sanctions Iran Airlines: Supply Chain Delays Ahead
The Trump administration has escalated sanctions against Iran's aviation sector with 36 new designations targeting not only Iranian carriers but also international firms providing support services. Tu
VAT Compliance Failures Delay Shipments Across Middle East
When ocean freight shipments arrive at Middle Eastern ports but cannot clear customs due to VAT compliance failures, supply chains face cascading delays that ripple across import-dependent industries.