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Logistics Middle East
The leading logistics and supply chain management magazine and digital platform in the Middle East and North Africa.
LogChain , a leader in trade digitalisation, has been selected to join the IBM Z ScaleUp Program, a global initiative recognising innovative and impactful scale-ups. The collaboration empowers LogChain to leverage IBM’s advanced AI tools, Hyper Protect technology, and cloud solutions, driving security, efficiency, and sustainability in global trade.
The UAE’s emergence as a global logistics powerhouse is no accident. Its strategic location at the crossroads of East and West has long made it a vital hub for trade and transport. But beyond geography, the country’s forward-thinking leadership and innovative public-private partnerships (PPPs) have set it apart. We spoke to Tariq Ahmed Alwahedi , CEO of EMX , at Logistics Leaders MENA 2024 to understand the role of PPPs in the UAE’s logistics landscape.
At last month’s Bahrain International Airshow, Ali Al Mudaifa , Chief Business Development Officer at Bahrain Economic Development Board (EDB) , provided insights into the Kingdom’s strategic initiatives, emphasising its focus on logistics, manufacturing, and aviation. Bahrain is positioning itself as a competitive gateway for regional and global markets through streamlined processes, significant infrastructure investments, and strong public-private collaboration.