DATA CENTERS-

KSA’s Tourism Ministry has awarded leading Saudi IT firm Sure Global Tech Co. a SAR 23.97 mn two-year contract to develop and expand its existing data centers, a Tadawul disclosure reports. Sure Global Tech will supply the ministry with infrastructure devices compatible with the needs of the data centers.

About Sure Global Tech: Sure offers technical solutions related to technology and information security, including IT infrastructure systems, e-government solutions systems integration, internet portals, according to their LinkedIn. The firm is a systems integrator for data centers and software development.

ZONES-

QFZ inaugurates Qatar Postal Services: The Qatar Freezones Authority (QFZ) has opened a Qatar Postal Services outlet at the Ras Bufontas Freezone, QNA reported. The facility aims to improve the services offered to investors and bolster the development of businesses in the region. The outlet will offer a wide range of postal services to companies in the freezone.

LOGISTICS HANDLING-

Milaha will provide logistic services for Qatar Steel: Qatar Navigation (Milaha) has inked a five-year agreement with Qatar Steel to provide logistics services at Mesaieed Industrial City to boost the import and export of Qatar Steel-manufactured products, according to a statement. Under the agreement, Milaha will provide Qatar Steel with logistics and lifting services including skilled manpower and supporting equipment, including trailers and forklifts.

STORAGE + WAREHOUSES-

Oman unveils new warehouse guide: Oman has introduced its new Unified Guide for Warehouse Standards and Requirements, which aims to streamline trade flows and enhance Oman’s logistics operations, the Oman Observer reported. The new guide puts in place standards that aim to enhance efficiency, safety, and sustainability at warehouses across Oman. The guide covers several aspects of warehouse management, including optimal storage capacities, efficient operational workflows, and safety and sustainability protocols.

TRADE-

UAE to interlink payment systems with Seychelles: The UAE’s Central Bank (UAECB) has inked two MoUs with the Seychelles to integrate the use of local currency in bilateral transactions and to interlink payment and messaging systems, a statement said on Friday. The pair aim to streamline bilateral trade and investments by linking instant payment platforms, electronic switches, and messaging payment systems, Wam reports. The UAECB also inked an MoU to link its payment systems with Indonesia and Ethiopia last week, Wam and Reuters reported.

SHIPPING+MARITIME-

ASRY + DHL join forces to streamline express shipping in Bahrain: Bahrain’s Arab Shipbuilding and Repair Yard (ASRY) Company has inked a cooperation agreement with global shipping giant DHL’s Bahrain office to boost express transportation services in the country, Alwatan reports. DHL will use its services to expand ASRY’s delivery network and supply chain capacity, facilitating international and local door-to-door express transportation services.

Qatar’s MOT + Qatar Post ink postal services agreement: Qatar’s Transport Ministry has signed an agreement with Qatar Post to offer transportation digital services for beneficiaries of the ministry’s land and maritime transport services, according to a press release. Qatar Post will offer postal room, network, and delivery services for senior customers in order to provide efficient and reliable postal solutions. The digital services aim to streamline operations and ensure time-efficient transactions.

OTHER STORIES WORTH KNOWING THIS MORNING-

  • Etihad + Batik Air partner to boost their flight rosters: The UAE’s Etihad Airways and Batik Air Malaysia have entered a codeshare partnership to advance connectivity for customers of both carriers, with Etihad adding five new domestic codeshare locations in Malaysia. (Statement)
  • Nine crew members of capsized oil tanker are safe: Omani authorities have rescued nine of the 16-member crew of the Comoros-flagged oil tanker, the Prestige Falcon, that capsized off the coast of Oman last week. One of the crew members has been found dead. (BBC)
  • Kuwait Airways expands codeshare agreements ahead of Olympics: Kuwait Airways is launching several Paris-bound flights from Abu Dhabi, London, and New York ahead of the Olympics, which are taking place in the French capital from 26 July to 11 August. (TTW)
  • Menzies Aviation to manage KML’s ground handling services: Kuwaiti logistics giant Agility’s ground handling subsidiary Menzies Aviation has renewed a cargo and ground handling contract with Dutch KLM Airlines at Amsterdam Airport Schiphol. (Statement)
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