The is the world’s first pay-as-you-go Storage Hub for the metal industry
Khalifa Economic Zones Abu Dhabi – KEZAD Group announced the launch of the first phase of Metal Park’s state-of-the-art Storage Hub in KEZAD. The Storage Hub will offer world-class storage solutions and support services for businesses in the region.
Located in KEZAD Free Zone, the Metal Park Storage Hub is the world’s first pay-as-you-go solution for the metal industry, and also the first independent warehouse for metal storage.
Metal Park aims to complete the AED 110mn Storage Hub in three phases with a combined storage capacity of 350,000MT and 54,000CBM shelved storage exclusive to metals.
Automated Guided Vehicles
Phase one of the project spans around 93,000 sqm and will feature 26 overhead cranes up to 40MT and 55 loading bays for trucks and automated guided vehicles (AGVs), with capacity to load and offload 48,000MT in a day. The Storage Hub functions as a gated community with 24×7 surveillance and security modalities in place.
“We are committed to the growth of ecosystems that are driven by innovation and prove to be the catalyst for industrial growth in KEZAD, contributing to the diversification and growth of Abu Dhabi’s economy,” commented Abdullah Al Hameli, CEO, Economic Cities & Free Zones, AD Ports Group.
“As the region’s first metal fulfillment centre, it will help traders and stockists reduce excess overhead costs in a fluctuating metal market,” remarked Saleh Shahrestani, Chairman, Metal Park.
