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TODAY: Aldar secures two warehouse acquisitions from AD Ports

Good morning, nice people. We’re heading into the weekend with another packed read, led by Aldar’s move to expand its logistics portfolio in the UAE and earnings updates from across the region. We also dive into how businesses and maritime sector leaders view the future of supply chain disruptions — and they all agree that supply chain rearrangements are here to stay. Let’s get the ball rolling.

WATCH THIS SPACE-

#1- DP World has kicked off operations at Syria’s Tartus Port under a 30-year concession agreement with the port’s authorities inked back in July, according to a statement. The company is now undertaking a study of the port’s infrastructure, and is conducting technical surveys and design planning for a development roadmap, the statement said.

REFRESHER- DP World is investing USD 800 mn to redevelop the port under a build-operate-transfer (BOT) model and turn it into a trade node linking Europe, the Middle East, and North Africa. Tartus is Syria’s second largest port, with an annual handling capacity of about 20k containers and about 4 mn tons of cargo.

The company will focus on dredging port access channels, as well as basins and berths, in the medium term, while rehabilitating and replacing handling equipment and introducing new, specialized assets, to improve bulk and breakbulk cargo handling, the statement added.

ALSO FROM UAE- AD Ports eyes expanding logistics footprint in EAEU: UAE port operator AD Ports Group has inked a protocol with the Eurasian Economic Commission to discuss the potential development of new logistics hubs in the Eurasian Economic Union (EAEU) countries, according to a statement. The port operator was also tapped by the commission to develop digital transport corridors and integrate advanced technologies into transport and logistics infrastructure across the EAEU region.

IN CONTEXT- The UAE ratified a comprehensive economic partnership agreement with the EAEU in June, after concluding trade talks earlier in December. The agreement targets cooperation in sectors like renewable energy, logistics, and construction across the bloc’s five member states: Armenia, Belarus, Kazakhstan, Kyrgyzstan, and Russia.


#2- Tokyo-based IT firm NTT Data Group is weighing the establishment of data centers in Saudi Arabia amid growing interest in AI in the Kingdom, CEO Abhijit Dubey told Bloomberg on Tuesday. The company — which was recently taken private by NTT Group in a USD 16 bn deal — is still assessing the market and has not yet made formal commitments. NTT Data is already embedded in major Saudi projects, including Neom and key stadiums, as the Kingdom accounts for about 70% of NTT Data’s Middle East budget, he noted.

What they said: “What we see is there is a supply-demand mismatch in terms of what the country wants to achieve in such a short amount of time, versus the actual capacity we have in the country. I’m here specifically because there has been so much interest around AI,” Dubey added.


#3- Kuwait eyes logistics sector as part of wider Egypt investment push: Kuwait is in discussions with Egypt to soon put into action a planned USD 3 bn investment package, two government sources told EnterpriseAM. Ports and logistics infrastructure are among the sectors piquing Kuwait’s interest, alongside renewables, industry, and real estate, we were told. Negotiations between both parties are ongoing, with the two sides expected to reach an agreement on the first tranche of the planned investment before the end of 2025 or in 1Q 2026.

Kuwait appears to be especially interested in Egypt’s airport privatization push, with officials from the country having expressed interest in the first offering currently being prepared in collaboration with the International Finance Corporation (IFC) and expected to be launched before the end of the year.

REMEMBER- The IFC unveiled a list of 11 Egyptian airports slated for development through public-private partnerships back in March, with Hurghada International Airport planned as a pilot project for the program. A tender for the development and operation of the Hurghada airport is expected to launch next February, Civil Aviation Minister Sameh Elhefny said earlier this year.


#4- An Egyptian logistics zone in South Africa, and a South African one in Egypt to match? Industry Minister Kamel El Wazir and his South African counterpart floated a joint project to establish joint logistics zones in each other’s countries to promote trade between the two sides, according to a statement from the Egyptian Industry Ministry. The proposed zone in Egypt could be located at a port, whereas Egypt’s zone in South Africa would focus on automotive manufacturing projects and their feeder industries.

DATA POINT- South Africa’s exports to Egypt rose 118% y-o-y to ZAR 161 mn in August 2025, while its imports of Egyptian products also hiked up 54.1% y-o-y to ZAR 264 mn, according to data from the OEC.

South African firms are expanding into Egypt: South Africa-based logistics firm Pargo secured some USD 4 mn in funding to fuel its expansion into Egypt last year. Pargo has rolled out its collect and return services, which allow people to pick up or return their online orders at their convenience, across 500 pickup points, including Fawry, Circle-K, and Basata stores.

DISRUPTION WATCH-

Disruptions at US airports are set to improve as the government gears up for re-opening, after the US House of Representatives voted 222-209 to pass a bipartisan funding bill, the Financial Times reports. US President Trump signed the bill into law, ending a stalemate that led to the longest government shutdown in history — entering its 44th day — affecting airport flights, food aid, and economic reports, as well as causing layoffs of federal workers, which are set to be reversed under the bill.

The worst is over, but ‘normal’ is not here just yet: Returning to normal operations at US airports will likely take a few weeks, computer science professor and aviation security expert Sheldon Jacobson told CBS. With airports already suffering an air controller shortage before the shutdown, a return to normal could take “many weeks” as overworked staff work through a backlog of thousands of canceled and delayed flights, transportation policy director at the Reason Foundation Robert Poole said.

MARKET WATCH-

#1- Oil prices remained mostly unchanged this morning as markets continue to weigh the impact of rising stockpiles in the US, Reuters reports. Brent crude futures remained steady at USD 62.71 / bbl as of 06:45 GMT, while US West Texas Intermediate (WTI) edged down by USD 0.03 to trade at USD 58.46 / bbl. Morning rates came on the back of big drops on Wednesday, where Brent fell 3.8% and WTI dropped by 4.2%.

MEANWHILE- The International Energy Agency (lEA) has finally admitted its earlier oil demand projections needed an update — and now sees oil and gas demand continuing to rise until 2050, according to its World Energy Outlook 2025 (pdf). The agency expects the world to fall short of its climate goals, signaling that fossil fuels will maintain a dominant role for decades.

IN CONTEXT- The agency’s earlier forecasts had projected that oil and gas demand would peak this decade and decline toward 2050. Now, it’s aligning more with Opec’s view, which sees demand continuing to grow through to mid-century on the back of rising usage in road transportation, aviation, and petrochemicals. This also comes amid a shift in US priorities under President Donald Trump, who has been calling for more oil and gas production and revoking renewables-friendly policies.

The agency used two scenarios for analysis: Under the IEA’s current policies scenario (CPS) — which reflects existing government measures rather than future climate ambitions — oil demand is projected to reach 113 mn bbl / d by mid-century, around 13% higher than in 2024. In the stated policies scenario (STEPS) — which includes announced but not yet implemented policies — demand peaks “around 2030” and stabilizes near 96.9 mn bbl / d in 2050.

Why the two scenarios? The return to CPS and STEPS reflects “growing uncertainties in the political, economic, and energy context,” IEA’s Executive Director Fatih Birol told Bloomberg.

Under CPS, sustained demand would absorb global oil and LNG oversupply faster, pushing crude prices to around USD 90 / bbl by 2035. Meeting that demand would require some 25 mn bbl / d of new projects. Our region is expected to remain the dominant oil exporter, sending out 3x more oil than the next-largest exporter in 2035.

LNG will be the next big thing: Final investment decisions for new export projects have surged in 2025, with some 300 bcm of annual capacity expected to come online by 2030 — a 50% increase in available global supply. The IEA projects LNG demand to rise to 880 bcm in 2035, reaching 1 tcm in 2050, and up from 560 bcm in 2024 — driven primarily by growing electricity needs from data centers and AI-related power consumption.

Data infrastructure is emerging as the new energy driver: Global data-center investments could reach USD 580 bn in 2025, exceeding the USD 540 bn spent annually on oil supply.


#2- Baltic index declines to its lowest: The Baltic Exchange’s dry bulk sea freight index — which tracks rates for the capesize, panamax, and supramax vessel segments — fell 2% to 2,030, driven by continued declines in the bigger vessel segment. The capesize declined by 5.3% to 3,023, while the panamax index gained 1.2% to 1,887. The smaller supramax index climbed up 21 points to 1,365.

DATA POINT-

Some 90% of UAE businesses plan to increase trade and investment in Saudi Arabia over the next five years, according to an HSBC press release (pdf) citing its New Networks of Capital: Saudi Arabia report (pdf). The report — which surveyed over 4k executives from international firms generating between USD 50-500 mn annually — found a growing number of businesses showed strong confidence in the Kingdom as a new corridor for regional and international growth. Over 78% are planning to increase investments within the next six months.

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CIRCLE YOUR CALENDAR-

The UAE will host the Dubai Airshow on Monday, 17 November until Friday, 21 November in Dubai. The event will host over 1.5k exhibitors and 148k industry experts from over 150 countries to discuss air mobility, new MRO breakthroughs, sustainable aviation, startups, and new tech for aircraft simulations.

Saudi Arabia will host the ShipTek International Conference and Awards on Tuesday, 18 November in Al Khobar. The conference will host policymakers, organizations, suppliers, and experts on maritime, offshore, and oil and gas.

Egypt will host the International Procurement Supply Chain Conference on Saturday, 6 December in Cairo. The event will gather over 1k delegates, more than 400 organizations, and over 30 global speakers to discuss the future of trade through keynotes and panel discussions. The discussions will center on Egypt’s transformation in the logistics sector, the future of smart ports and supply chains, as well as digital ecosystems.

Morocco is hosting the Rail Industry Summit on Tuesday, 9 December until Wednesday, 10 December in El Jadida. The two-day event will gather 130 exhibitors, 250 companies, and over 900 participants from 15 countries. It will feature business meetings, high-level conferences, and workshops focused on new market trends and future strategies.

Saudi Arabia is hosting the Saudi Airport Exhibition on Tuesday, 16 December until Wednesday, 17 December in Riyadh. Upwards of 10k global attendees are expected to participate in the event from over 100 countries. The two-day event will focus on airport-related innovation, and will feature participation from Saudia, SolitAir, and Amadeus.

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STORAGE + WAREHOUSES

Aldar boosts logistics portfolio with AED 570 mn asset purchase from Kezad

Aldar expands logistics portfolio with two warehouse acquisitions: Real estate Aldar Properties acquired two industrial logistics assets from AD Ports Group for AED 570 mn, according to a disclosure (pdf). The facilities — based in Kezad — are occupied by Noon and Emtelle under a 50-year Musataha land lease. The income generated from the transaction will be applied to reduce AD Ports Group’s outstanding debt, a separate disclosure (pdf) said.

Property details: The facilities consist of two Grade A assets, spanning a total of 136k sqm. The 115k sqm warehouse occupied by Noon is the UAE’s largest e-commerce fulfilment center, while the other facility is the Emtelle-run plant for fibre optic ducting and pre-connectorized solutions and spans 21k sqm.

Aldar is expanding its logistics footprint: Aldar Properties pledged to pour AED 1 bn in new logistics assets back in January. The firm purchased warehousing and light industrial assets in Abu Dhabi’s Almarkaz Industrial Park from Waha Capital for AED 530 mn earlier this year, and is developing logistics facilities in Dubai South under a new JV agreement.

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Earnings Watch

Aramex posts stable earnings for 3Q 2025

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Aramex reported stable normalized net income — excluding acquisition and transformation costs — of AED 26.7 mn in 3Q 2025, unchanged y-o-y, on revenue of AED 1.6 bn, which was also flat y-o-y, according to its financials (pdf).

Breaking 3Q down: Domestic express revenue grew 5% y-o-y, freight forwarding increased 4%, and logistics delivered 16% growth, according to a separate earnings release (pdf). International express declined 9% as nearshoring trends continued, while total express shipments rose 2% to 36.1 mn, supported by 6% growth in domestic volumes.

For 9M 2025, normalized net income reached AED 60.1 mn, down 21% y-o-y, with revenues up 1% y-o-y to AED 4.7 bn. Logistics and supply chain solutions led growth with 20% revenue growth, while domestic express revenues grew 10% y-o-y, and freight forwarding saw 6% growth. International express fell 13% over the nine months.

SALALAH-

Oman’s Salalah Port’s net income surged by some 292% y-o-y in 3Q 2025, reaching OMR 2.2 mn, according to its unaudited financials (pdf). The port’s top line rose some 36% y-o-y to OMR 23 mn for the same period.

In 9M terms: The port’s bottom line rose 120% y-o-y to OMR 4.7 mn in 9M 2025, while its top line rose 26% y-o-y — reaching OMR 66.1 mn for the same period.

ICYMIOman’s Salalah Port came in at 66th place in terms of port performance on Lloyd’s List’s Top 100 Ports index in 2025.

ALEXANDRIA CONTAINER & CARGO HANDLING

Alexandria Container and Cargo Handling saw its net income after taxes fall 9% y-o-y to EGP 1.7 bn during the first quarter of the fiscal year 2025-2026, according to the company’s latest earnings release (pdf). Revenues also dipped 6% y-o-y to EGP 1.9 bn during the period. Despite a 3% rise in handled containers, the dips in the company’s earnings were attributed to weaker returns from storage services and the drop in the USD exchange rate against the EGP.

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The Macro Picture

The great Red Sea disruption: what’s next for global trade?

A great trade rearrangement? The Red Sea crisis over the last two years — unlike past short-term shocks like the pandemic’s short-term shock or the Suez Canal 2021 blockage — has become a source of sustained disruption, resulting in major detours, emissions hikes, and a rise in war risk premiums. This crisis was exacerbated by the swinging US tariffs last year, accelerating previously observed de-risking trends such as fleet and route diversification.

EnterpriseAM Logistics sat down with Amin Al Qawasmeh (LinkedIn) maritime specialist at Jordan’s Phoenicia Maritime Shipping Services — to get an overview of the disruptions facing the shipping industry, what this means for global trade on the short and long terms, and how firms are mitigating the challenges.

EnterpriseAM: Some are saying the world’s trade order is in a period of transformation? Do you agree? If so, how?

AQ. The global trade map is being redrawn — the old East-West superhighway is giving way to a web of shorter and friendlier lanes. The global trade landscape is rapidly fragmenting, driven by geopolitical tensions like the Red Sea conflict and escalating US tariffs.

This is forcing a shift from globalized supply chains toward more secure, regional blocs. Trade is now splintering: African trade with the GCC, for example, is projected to surge by 61% by 2032, and China’s Belt and Road Initiative continues to reroute flows. The old East-West superhighway is clearly giving way to a web of shorter, “friendlier” lanes that prioritize resilience and political alliances over traditional efficiency.

EnterpriseAM: How can we tell which of these changes are temporary reactions and which are here to stay?

AQ. Tariffs and shipping detours are trending toward lasting scars, not temporary blips. Red Sea attacks dramatically hiked Asia-Europe shipping times and container rates. Proposed reciprocal tariffs are accelerating “de-risking,” pushing companies to front-load imports and leading to a drop in US imports. With this choppier trade environment, efforts to create adaptable supply chains and multilateral agreements are set to have a lasting effect — proving that diversification is key to weathering the new, less-globalized reality.

EnterpriseAM: Where do the MENA and GCC regions stand in relation to these changes?

AQ. It’s a mixed bag for the GCC-MENA region — with the GCC establishing itself as a vital “non-aligned hub” maintaining ties with both the US and China while pushing ambitious diversification plans. This strategy is paying off: UAE non-oil trade surged 14.6% last year, and GCC GDP is set for solid growth. Despite challenges like a 57.5% drop in Suez Canal transits, the region is still key to new corridors like the India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC), which could significantly cut Asia-Europe transit times. Ultimately, the GCC’s potential as a logistics powerhouse depends on global stability — less tension means a boom, whereas continued friction means higher trade costs.

EnterpriseAM: How are businesses balancing immediate fixes with long-term plans to diversify their supply chains?

AQ.Businesses are focused on both immediate fixes and long-term diversification to manage current trade disruptions. Immediate actions include stockpiling inventory and using hybrid sea-air routes to bypass Red Sea delays. The long-term strategy is focused on resilience: some GCC executives are regionally diversifying suppliers to cut logistics times. This diversification is costly but crucial. Meanwhile, other players are prioritizing new trade pacts to limit policy unpredictabilities. This means that firms need to balance quick solutions with strategic, long-term roadmaps.

EnterpriseAM: How are shipping companies faring in this global environment?

AQ. Shipping companies are innovating heavily despite being in survival mode. Rerouting via the Cape of Good Hope has increased ton-miles — necessitating major fleet adjustments and large investments, such as CMA CGM’s USD 20 bn US logistics commitment. Technology is also key, with AI being used for predictive routing and blockchain for tracking.

EnterpriseAM: How did the Red Sea crisis impact medium and smaller shipping companies in our region?

AQ. Large liners, such as Maersk, managed Red Sea disruption by using naval escorts and leveraging their scale to absorb surcharges. In contrast, small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) were devastated: their volumes at Saudi Red Sea ports fell 45%, and high war risk premiums and long detours caused major cashflow crises and route cancellations. Lacking buffers, these smaller players face significant risk, despite some pivoting to intra-GCC land transport and regional reshoring efforts like Vision 2030.

EnterpriseAM: Can air cargo realistically replace a significant portion of sea freight, and is this shift permanent?

AQ. Air cargo’s recent boom — up 11% y-o-y — is a direct result of Red Sea disruptions and was mainly driven by diversions from time-sensitive freight. While air freight handles 35% of trade by value (with rates at USD 5-6/kg), it won’t replace ocean shipping, which is 12-16 times cheaper and vastly more fuel-efficient. The surge is temporary; e-commerce is plateauing, and capacity growth is limited. Air on its own is a high-cost option and is better utilized to serve as a bridge in hybrid sea-air models.

EnterpriseAM: What specific roles can AI and blockchain play for the sector during this period?

AQ. AI and blockchain are revolutionizing global trade by addressing complex issues like geopolitical risks and shipping snags. AI applications have improved the way we predict demand, optimize inventory, and preemptively reroute shipments, with up to 70% of logistics tasks expected to be automated by 2030.

Simultaneously, blockchain serves as a secure, incorruptible ledger, ensuring transparency, verifying clean sourcing, and using smart contracts to speed up customs and cashflow. With the supply chain blockchain market surging toward USD 1.26 bn and global e-commerce growing, this digital duo is establishing a smarter, greener, and more resilient trade network, aligning with modernization drives in major hubs like the GCC.

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Also on Our Radar

UAE + Chad wrap terms of their CEPA agreement

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UAE, Chad finalize terms of CEPA pact: UAE and the Republic of Chad finalized terms for their comprehensive economic partnership agreement (CEPA), UAE’s state news agency Wam reports. This came during the UAE–Chad Trade and Investment Forum taking place in Abu Dhabi this week, where the central African nation secured USD 20.5 bn backing — two-thirds of the funding needed for its five-year national development plan Chad Connection 2030 — through agreements with multilateral financial institutions and the private sector.

REGULATION WATCH-

DWTC firms can now issue multiple share classes: The Dubai World Trade Center Authority (DWTCA) introduced a new framework allowing companies registered in the DWTC FreeZone to issue different classes of shares beyond standard ordinary shares, according to a statement. The reform expands capital structuring options for registered firms effective immediately.

What this means: Firms can now issue a wider variety of shares, beyond ordinary shares, which offer all shareholders equal rights, including preference, restricted, and tiered shares ranging from A to D, each affording a different level of rights to shareholders. A company may set and define specific details — such as distinct voting, dividend, transfer, redemption, or conversion rights for each class — by amending its Memorandum of Association, providing more flexibility in governance and investment structures.

The rules cater to founders, too: The framework enables equity-based incentive schemes and succession planning mechanisms, particularly relevant for startups and family-owned businesses.

The rationale: The update aligns DWTC FreeZone’s rules with global jurisdictions that permit differentiated ownership and control structures. It follows DWTCA’s 2024 jurisdiction extension to One Za’abeel, which expanded its regulatory remit, along with another regulatory framework update from October, which allowed freezone firms to operate in mainland Dubai.

SHIPPING + MARITIME-

Al Seer Marine is on an expansion spree: IHC’s maritime solutions subsidiary Al Seer Marine has completed the expansion of its commercial shipping division — landing 18 vessels to its fleet over the span of three years, according to a press release (pdf). The final two very large gas carriers VLGCs — Megrez (86.9k cbm capacity) and Mizar (88k cbm) — brought the fleet size of Al Seer’s JV with Geneva-based energy trader BGN ABGC to five vessels.

ICYMI- The JV received a third VLGC back in September, which was delivered by South Korea’s Hyundai Samho Heavy Industries. It can carry up to 88.4k cbm and is kitted out with ammonia-carrying capacity.

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Logistics in the News

Supply chain leaders expect volatility for two more years, move to diversify sourcing, Maersk survey finds

A majority of supply chain professionals in Europe — 78% of those polled — expect economic and political volatility to last up to two more years, a survey by global shipping giant Maersk finds. The study, which probed respondents from over 900 companies across Europe, found that 48% are deeply concerned over the geopolitical climate, while four out of five acknowledged supply chain challenges as harmful to their growth.

What to do? Businesses are moving to diversify their sourcing strategies to mitigate these risks. Three out of four respondents indicated they are either sourcing from, or plan to source from, multiple geographies — a significant jump from Maersk’s 2024 survey, in which 54% of companies said they were considering new locations.

What not to do: Inactivity in the face of constant change is the most detrimental option, Maersk’s Global Head of Trade and Customs Consulting Lars Karlsson said. “You need to be proactive and become more agile in a geopolitical environment like today… You need full control of your global customs data, have it digitally in one central platform where you can blend it with the data of sudden tariff changes as they happen,” Karlsson said.

Respondents view global tariff developments as the most pressing issue impacting supply chains, the survey found. Nearly half — 46% — told Maersk that they expect fluctuations in import and export costs, 43% foresee a rise in trade tariffs, and 40% are preparing for more uncertainty in global trade policies.

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Around the World

UK moves to choke off Russian access to maritime services

UK chokes off Russian LNG trade: Britain is moving to ban companies from providing maritime services — including shipping services and ins. coverage — for Russian LNG trade operations, effective 2026, Reuters reports. The move is in line with EU’s latest measures to tighten the screw on Kremlin energy revenues.

REMEMBER- The EU approved new levies against Russia that ban Russian LNG imports from 1 January 2027, while the UK and US recently targeted Russia’s two largest oil firms Lukoil and Rosneft.

ICYMI- Europe is no longer the top importer of Russian oil and natural gas, being overtaken byChina and India. Importing has become increasingly difficult amid increased US sanctions targeting dozens of oil traders and more than 180 tankers involved in shipping Russian oil.


FedEx rolls out SAF at US airports: Global logistics giant FedEx has started integrating sustainable aviation fuel (SAF) deliveries at Chicago-O’Hare and Miami International Airports, according to a press release. O’Hare is set to receive 1 mn gallons of SAF from Air BP — blended at 30% or higher — while Miami is taking 3 mn gallons from AEGFuels, blended at 30% or higher.

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On Your Way Out

GWC, QC+ are putting the ‘art’ in ‘compartment’ in new fine art storage hub

GWC and QC+ to build Gulf art hub: Qatar-based logistics firm Gulf Warehousing Company (GWC) has partnered with Qatari strategy group QC+ to establish a hub for fine art storage and handling, according to a statement (pdf). The facility will be located in a designated freezone in Doha. The investment ticket and timeline for the project were not disclosed.

Why is logistics important for fine art? Conventional shipping and transportation are not always suitable for fine art, as fragile pieces — like sculptures and paintings — could sustain damage like cuts or scratches during long flights, changes in climate conditions, and multiple handling points, according to an article by shipping giant DHL. Artists might need professional help to navigate the challenges of shipping their work — namely ins. costs, declaration fees, and prohibitions on certain items.

It’s an up-and-coming sector: Many logistics players around the world specialize in shipping art pieces today, emphasizing their attention to strict environmental controls, custom-made packaging, and specialized movement, like OverPack and Fine Arts Logistics. The sector is forecast to grow by USD 954 mn, at a compound annual growth rate of 4.5% between 2024 and 2029, according to a study published by market research and advisory firm Technavio.


NOVEMBER

11-13 November (Tuesday-Thursday): Freightcamp, Bangkok, Thailand.

17-21 November (Monday-Friday): Dubai Airshow, Dubai, UAE.

18 November (Tuesday): ShipTek International Conference and Awards, Al Khobar, Saudi Arabia.

DECEMBER

6 December (Saturday): International Procurement Supply Chain Conference, Cairo, Egypt.

9-10 December (Tuesday-Wednesday): Rail Industry Summit, El Jadida, Morocco.

16-17 December (Tuesday-Wednesday): Saudi Airport Exhibition, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

JANUARY 2026

19-23 January (Monday-Friday): World Economic Forum Annual Meeting, Davos, Switzerland.

27-28 January (Tuesday-Wednesday): SkyMove Air Cargo MENA, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

27-28 January (Tuesday-Wednesday): Middle East ProcureTech Summit, Dubai, UAE.

FEBRUARY 2026

4-5 February (Wednesday-Thursday): Breakbulk Middle East, Dubai, UAE.

4-5 February (Wednesday-Thursday): MRO Middle East, Dubai, UAE.

15-17 February (Sunday-Tuesday): World Advanced Manufacturing Logistics Summit and Expo, Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

25-27 February (Wednesday-Friday): Air Cargo Africa, Nairobi, Kenya.

MARCH 2026

10-12 March (Tuesday-Thursday): World Cargo Symposium, Lima, Peru.

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