Premier free zone offers short-term warehousing facilities, deferred rentals and value-added services
As economic activities return to near-normalcy across Dubai and the UAE, the region’s premier business enabler, Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) has introduced a range of incentives to support its customers and new companies to resume their activities with renewed confidence in the post-pandemic environment.
In line with the emerging market dynamics, JAFZA now offers on-demand warehouses on short-term lease with multi-functional storage options, competitive rates, and no VAT or Customs duties. Companies can now take on lease JAFZA warehouses from 300sqm to 15,000sqm in size, with free water and electricity as a bonus.
Importantly, the comprehensive range of focused support includes easier rental terms like monthly rentals and deferred rental payments, cost-effective transport services that save costs, enhance ease of accessibility and enable speedier services.
In-house logistics solutions such as clearing and document processing services, 24/7 lease issuance, fast-track EHS (Environment, Health and Safety Department) approvals are tailored to assist companies manage their supply chain costs while facilitating trade and efficient movement of goods.
“Being a part of the vital service sectors of the UAE economy, we assure our customers that we will ensure the continuity of their business in the most uncertain of times by connecting them to new opportunities,” commented Mohammed Al Muallem, CEO & Managing Director, DP World, UAE Region and CEO, JAFZA.
The incentives come on the back of the 70 percent reduction in registration, licensing and administrative fees announced before the pandemic lockdown began in mid-March.