Top stories from Logistics Middle East

HH Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum , Vice President, Prime Minister, and Ruler of Dubai, has revealed plans to establish the world’s largest logistics hub for foodstuffs, fruits, and vegetables. The state-of-the-art facility will cater to the global market, cementing Dubai’s leadership in the logistics and trade sectors.

The Cape of Good Hope, located at the southern tip of the Cape Peninsula in South Africa, has long been a critical waypoint for maritime routes connecting Europe and Asia. With the recent disruptions in the Red Sea, this route has become crucial to global supply chains. The economic implications of weather-related delays and accidents are substantial. They impact global trade routes and increase operational costs for shipping companies. Understanding and preparing for the unique challenges winter weather presents at the Cape is crucial for maintaining safe and efficient maritime operations.

According to a new report by global management consulting firm Oliver Wyman , the UAE’s grocery sector is at a pivotal stage of modernisation with intensifying competition. The report underscores that while modern trade grocers have successfully captured market share, they now face the challenge of competing for like-for-like (LFL) growth by attracting competitors’ customers and increasing their existing customer’s share of the wallet. This competitive environment risks market saturation but also presents opportunities for disruption.