What Arvato’s Dubai Expansion Means for the UAE

Arvato is well-respected as an innovative and leading global logistics service provider in supply chain management and e-commerce, combining deep industry expertise with the right technologies to develop innovative solutions for its clients. 

Focusing on consumer products, technology, healthcare, automotive and publisher industries, the organisation has aligned itself to meet the needs of global clients and their industries.

Arvato expands its global network 

Arvato newly-opened logistics hub in Dubai has further expanded its global network. The company is now positioned as the leading international supply chain and e-commerce service provider at the centre of one of the world’s most dynamic logistics and trade hubs. 

Located 10 minutes from Dubai Airport and less than an hour from Jebel Ali Port, the new site allows for seamless connectivity and efficient transportation of goods. 

“This prime location underscores Arvato's commitment to providing swift and reliable supply chain solutions for our clients and will support their international growth,” states Frank Schirrmeister, CEO at Arvato.

With MENA e-commerce market revenue projected to reach more than US$160bn by 2029, Arvato’s presence in Dubai reinforces its dedication to meeting the growing demands of the market.

“We take great pride in witnessing the opening of Arvato’s first presence in this region at Dubai CommerCity," says Amna Lootah, Board Member at Dubai CommerCity. 

"Arvato’s decision to launch its new site in Dubai speaks volumes of the company’s keen interest in capitalising on the potential of the region, as well as its trust in the emirate.”

Umur Özkal, Managing Director of Türkiye and UAE at Arvato, adds: "As a global supply chain and e-commerce service provider, we have established our Dubai operations in connection with our successful presence in Türkiye."

Through the new hub in Dubai, Arvato will provide a comprehensive range of services including general warehousing and fulfilment activities, covering inbound to outbound and storage, transformation and bundling services (VAS), coordination and overall transport management, order management and incident handling, EDI and transaction monitoring. 

Additionally, services will include IOR/EOR within Free Zone, brokerage services, forecasting, season and launch planning, flexible workforce ramp-up and KPI measurement and reporting. 

Impact on the UAE

Arvato’s opening of a new logistics hub in Dubai has several key implications for the UAE. 

They include:

• Strengthening Dubai’s position as a logistics hub, reinforcing the UAE’s attractiveness as an international supply chain player.
• Boosting ecommerce’s growth by improving supply chain efficiencies and streamlining logistics operations.
• Arvato’s confidence in the UAE business environment attracting foreign investment.
• Job creation and economic growth and contributing to the UAE’s broader diversification strategy by strengthening non-oil sectors like technology, consumer goods and retail.

Overall, Arvato's expansion enhances Dubai’s reputation as a global logistics and ecommerce powerhouse, supports regional trade and contributes to economic diversification in the UAE.

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