The drone delivery program aims to reduce carbon emissions
Under the patronage of HE Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia’s Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, Aramex has launched its cutting-edge automated robotic system at Jeddah Islamic Port.
This marks a significant milestone in the company’s digital transformation journey. The state-of-the-art facility indicates Aramex’s commitment to technological innovation and operational excellence, according to a press statement.
The centerpiece of the facility is an advanced automated sorting system featuring three feeding lines integrated with 120 robotic guided vehicles, capable of processing 4,000 shipments per hour and 96,000 shipments daily.
Quantum leap
“This automated facility represents a quantum leap in logistics efficiency and demonstrates our commitment to Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030,” stated Abdulaziz Alnowaiser, General Manager, Aramex.
“By combining robotics, artificial intelligence, and temperature-controlled environments, we are creating a blueprint for the future of logistics in the region. With the automation system, our capacity to handle shipments will increase to 100%,” he added.
Strategic investments
“We remain committed to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as our primary market, where we continue to make strategic investments to lead the logistics sector,” commented Samer Marei, Vice President GCC, Aramex.
In a parallel development that promises to be transformative for logistics in the region, Aramex unveiled plans for its first drone delivery project. This initiative will complement the automated facility, further cementing Aramex’s position as a pioneer in smart logistics solutions.
The drone delivery program aims to reduce carbon emissions while enhancing last-mile delivery efficiency in urban and remote areas.
