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ZONES-<\/p>\n

QFZ + Qatar Post join forces:<\/strong>The Qatar Freezones Authority (QFZ) has inked an MoUwith Qatar Post to provide a comprehensive suite of postal services to companies and investors in Qatar\u2019s freezones, according to a statement<\/a> released last week. The agreement aims to lay the groundwork for Qatar Post to provide postal services including mail collection, PO box services, international shipping, and shop and ship services.<\/p>\n

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TRADE-<\/p>\n

Emirati <\/strong>and Indian officials met to discuss the<\/strong>India-Middle East Europe Economic<\/a><\/strong>Corridor (IMEC) project<\/a><\/strong> last week<\/strong>,<\/strong> in support of an intergovernmental framework agreement<\/a> inked by the pair in February, Middle East Briefing<\/a> reported last week. Several stakeholders in the project, including DP World, AD Ports Group and UAE\u2019s Federal Customs Authority were involved in discussions. The group looked at ways to foster cooperation between the mutual customs authorities, and touched on ways to streamline supply reroutes and enhanced trade.<\/p>\n

REMEMBER- <\/strong>Rising tensions in the Middle East due to Israel's war on Gaza are threatening to halt the US-led India-Middle East-Europe Economic Corridor (IMEC) \u2014 poised to link India to Europe via the GCC and Israel. Violence in the region \u201chas diverted attention away from discussions on IMEC,\u201d a source in the know said in January<\/a>. <\/p>\n

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AVIATION-<\/p>\n

Boeing certification secured for Shimco operations in Morocco<\/strong>:<\/strong> Boeing has granted its BMS7-335 certification for Canada-based aerospace parts subcontractor Shimco to manufacture laminated metal and composite specifications in Morocco, Morocco World News<\/a> reported last week, citing a statement. Shimco, which had been looking to obtain the certification since 2021, has now joined Boeing\u2019s Qualified Product List and will supply directly to the firm. Morocco's Midparc aviation cluster inked an agreement in March<\/a> with Shimco to establish a 1.3k sqm facility at the Nouaceur freezone.<\/p>\n

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DATA CENTERS- <\/p>\n

UAE-based Damac\u2019s digital arm <\/strong>Edgnex<\/strong> will set up a 15 MW data center in Jakarta, <\/strong>Indonesia<\/strong>, according to a statement<\/a> released last week. The first phase of the data center will be completed in 4Q 2025 and no investment ticket has been disclosed. The hub will have dual road access and enhanced fiber connectivity to ensure service reliability and performance. <\/p>\n

Edgnex is doubling down on investments: <\/strong>The company recently partnered up with Vodafone Turkey in a USD 100 mn<\/a> investment to launch a 6 MW data center in Izmir, Turkey. It is also pouring USD 600 mn<\/a> to build data centers in Riyadh and Dammam, with a 55 MW capacity as part of a USD 1 bn data center development strategy. The company also inked an MoU in March 2023<\/a> to build a data center in Jordan.<\/p>\n

SHIPPING + MARITIME-<\/p>\n

I<\/strong>talian ship building group <\/strong>Fincantieri<\/a><\/strong> has launched a new Saudi subsidiary<\/strong>, dubbed Fincantieri Arabia,<\/strong>according to a statement<\/a> released last week. The subsidiary will promote Fincantieri\u2019s capabilities in shipbuilding, maritime equipment and systems, and naval logistic support services. It will also coordinate stakeholder relationships in KSA and identify local partners. Fincantieri will also transfer to KSA its technological expertise for shipbuilding in the cruise, defense, and offshore sectors, according to the release. The subsidiary will develop green ships in line with KSA\u2019s aim to have net-zero emissions by 2060, and will digitize shipyard operations through tech such as digital twins, AI, welding robots, and unmanned vehicles.<\/p>\n

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LOGISTICS HANDLING- <\/p>\n

Alonso expands to Morocco: <\/strong>Spanish logistics group Alonso Group has opened up a new office in Casablanca, dubbed Alonso Forwarding Morocco, according to a press release<\/a> issued last week. The branch will provide several logistics services, including 3PL activities, and focuses on maritime transport with full container loads and LCL consolidation loads, the statement said. The new office will promote land transport between Morocco, Spain, Portugal, and the rest of Europe. Alonso will continue to expand in Morocco, with plans for a second office in Tangiers, according to the release. Alonso already has branches in Tunisia and Algeria.<\/p>\n

Morocco\u2019s heavy into logistics: <\/strong>Morocco\u2019s investment in maritime and rail infrastructure, alongside its growing construction sector, positions it as a key logistics player. The country also takes part in nearshoring, hosting the production of goods from nearby countries, which helps them slash transport costs and delivery times, according to the release.<\/p>\n

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