DHL Express signs long-term contract to develop new Express logistics hub in the Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone
Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone Authority (ADAFZ), a wholly owned subsidiary of Abu Dhabi Airports, has signed an expansive 27-year Musataha Agreement with Middle East General Enterprises (MGE) to facilitate the presence of DHL Express in the Abu Dhabi Airports Free Zone (ADAFZ).
The long-term relationship between ADAFZ, MGE and DHL represents a milestone achievement in the development of the Express Integrator cluster at the East Midfield Development Zone located in the ADAFZ.
DHL Express will serve as a key client within ADAFZ’s Express Integrator cluster, and in close collaboration with MGE combined will invest up to AED 365mn (approximately US$ 100mn) in the new facility. The DHL expansion will cover 30,000 square meters and aims to be operational by the fourth quarter of 2021.
“The signing of this agreement is a testament to the long-standing relationship between Abu Dhabi Airports and DHL. E-commerce is transforming the retail landscape throughout the region,” commented Sheikh Mohammad Bin Hamad Bin Tahnoon Al Nahyan, Chairman, Abu Dhabi Airports
“The collaboration reiterates DHL’s strategic mission to strengthen our facilities and key positions across the UAE and the wider Middle East region,” observed Nour Suliman, CEO, DHL Express MENA.
DHL’s operations at Abu Dhabi International Airport have grown significantly over the years, starting with a facility at AUH Cargo Village, prior to expanding to more than 4,300sqm in the Logistics Park, and now to an expansive plot of land with both airside and landside access in a prime location.
