PORTS-

ADIO, AD Ports partner with Stellantis to build automotive ecosystem: Abu Dhabi Investment Office (Adio) and AD Ports Group signed an agreement with automotive giant Stellantis to boost exports and technological development in Abu Dhabi’s automotive sector, Abu Dhabi Media Office reports.

The details: Stellantis and Adio will identify investment windows in the Emirati auto sector, and AD Ports will provide logistics, supply chain, and manufacturing expertise. The tie-up looks to position Abu Dhabi as an export hub for the sector and will also develop an autonomous taxi ecosystem in the emirate.

DIGITILIZATION-

Dubai streamlines berth rentals under new digital platform: Dubai’s Ports, Customs, and Freezone Corporations (PCFC) has launched a unified digital platform — named Marsa — to manage berth rentals under the supervision of the Dubai Maritime Authority, according to a statement. The platform is set to automate the entire berth rental process, including applications, fee calculation, invoicing, and smart payments. It will operate across 20 marinas with a 4.2k marine vessel capacity. The platform is also poised to standardize lease contracts and link them to electronic payment systems.

That’s not all: The PCFC also launched additional projects, including an advanced drone-based system — named Port Eye — to monitor ship movement and docking. An innovative navigation training simulator — named Smart Navigation — was also integrated to train port personnel.

CUSTOMS-

Dubai launches new system to streamline customs checks: Dubai Ports and Borders Security Council has inaugurated a new advanced cargo information (ACI) system set to boost customs security and cap the need for field inspections through smart data analysis, according to a statement. The ACI will allow the receipt of shipment data before the shipment leaves the exporting country, aiming to shorten the time needed to obtain information beforehand. The system applies load data from sea and air ports as well as customs data to ensure the accuracy and speed of risk analysis.

AVIATION-

Saudia Cargo to improve air freight in Hail: Saudia Cargo and Saudi Arabia’s HailRegion Development Authority inked an MoU to boost air cargo and logistics capabilities in the Hail region, according to a press release. The pact entails implementing special shipping rates to boost regional exports, logistics initiatives, and launching joint projects.

Hail is getting some attention: The Saudi Transport and Logistics Ministry will expand Hail International Airport. This comes as part of a broader plan to leverage the airport’s proximity to 11 Arab capitals and transform Hail into an integrated logistics center — a plan that includes a 374k sqm logistics hub.

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