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ME Construction
03-04-2025
- Business
- ME Construction
JAFZA expands Logistics Park with investment of US $25mn
Infrastructure JAFZA expands Logistics Park with investment of US $25mn By The second phase comprises infrastructure, including modern offices, customisable units, temperature-controlled warehouses, loading docks, and power capacity to support diverse industries Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) has invested approximately US $25mn in Phase 2 of its Logistics Park. Adding 360,000sqft of Grade-A facilities, the expansion aligns with the UAE's push to grow its logistics sector to $54.5bn annually in the next seven years and cements Dubai's role in international trade. The second phase delivers infrastructure, including modern offices, customisable units, temperature-controlled warehouses, loading docks, and power capacity to support diverse industries. The Park, designed with sustainability in mind, incorporates precast concrete and off-site construction techniques to minimise its environmental impact. Additionally, it features skylights that maximise natural daylight, reducing energy consumption. Abdulla Al Hashmi, Chief Operating Officer, Parks & Zones, DP World GCC said, 'The expansion of JAFZA Logistics Park reflects our commitment to helping businesses compete globally and simultaneously drive foreign investment into Dubai. Phase 1 was fully leased before completion, highlighting strong demand for quality logistics and warehousing, Phase 2 takes this a step further offering flexible, high-quality solutions to support growth in multiple sectors. This brings the total area of Jafza Logistics Park to over 922,000sqft as we continue to grow our infrastructure.' With the Middle East and Africa's logistics market set to hit $235.8bn by 2031, demand for advanced warehousing is increasing, including in Dubai, where sectors like manufacturing, logistics, construction, and e-commerce are driving unprecedented growth. The park provides services such as packaging, labeling, and quality control, by real-time inventory tracking. Enables re-exports, domestic fulfillments, and import-export operations. The newly expanded park bridges this gap by providing market access, enhancing connectivity with Jebel Ali Port, offering storage and handling solutions. These solutions encompass contract logistics, freight forwarding, and freight management, catering to a diverse range of industries, including tech and automotive parts, fashion, and packaged food. The logistics hub currently houses 10,890 companies from 150 countries. These companies collectively support over 160,000 jobs and contribute $168.82bn annually to the global economy. Phase 1 of JAFZA's expansion, completed in November 2023, spans across 562,507sqft. This phase boasts Grade-A dry and pharmaceutical storage units, temperature-controlled warehouses, and office spaces.
Trade Arabia
01-03-2025
- Business
- Trade Arabia
India's Haldiram's to set up saffron processing unit in Jafza
Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has partnered with renowned Indian multinational food brand Haldiram's to set up one of the largest saffron processing facilities in the GCC, following an agreement signed on the sidelines of Gulfood in Dubai. The facility, set to start operations in March 2025, will be managed by Kesar Expert & Packers, a specialist in processing high-quality saffron with 22 years of experience in India. It will also secure globally recognised European BRCGS certification to guarantee the quality and purity of its saffron, said an Emirates News Agency (WAM) report. Initially the hub will process 30 metric tonnes of saffron, with plans to scale up to 100 metric tonnes over the next five years by leveraging the UAE-India CEPA and the world-class connectivity and infrastructure at Jebel Ali Port and Jafza. The parties also discussed other avenues of future collaboration including the expansion of Haldiram's presence in Dubai and further investment in food processing and distribution facilities. The agreement reinforces Dubai's role as a global trade hub, driven by Jafza's growing F&B sector, which is now home to more than 770 F&B companies.
Zawya
24-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
India's Haldiram's to set up saffron processing unit in Jafza
UAE - Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has partnered with renowned Indian multinational food brand Haldiram's to set up one of the largest saffron processing facilities in the GCC, following an agreement signed on the sidelines of Gulfood in Dubai. The facility, set to start operations in March 2025, will be managed by Kesar Expert & Packers, a specialist in processing high-quality saffron with 22 years of experience in India. It will also secure globally recognised European BRCGS certification to guarantee the quality and purity of its saffron, said an Emirates News Agency (WAM) report. Initially the hub will process 30 metric tonnes of saffron, with plans to scale up to 100 metric tonnes over the next five years by leveraging the UAE-India CEPA and the world-class connectivity and infrastructure at Jebel Ali Port and Jafza. The parties also discussed other avenues of future collaboration including the expansion of Haldiram's presence in Dubai and further investment in food processing and distribution facilities. The agreement reinforces Dubai's role as a global trade hub, driven by Jafza's growing F&B sector, which is now home to more than 770 F&B companies. Copyright 2024 Al Hilal Publishing and Marketing Group Provided by SyndiGate Media Inc. (
Hi Dubai
24-02-2025
- Business
- Hi Dubai
Jafza Partners with Haldiram's to Launch Major Saffron Processing Facility in Dubai
Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has forged a strategic partnership with renowned Indian food brand Haldiram's to establish one of the largest saffron processing facilities in the GCC. The agreement, signed during Gulfood in Dubai, marks a significant milestone for both parties in the food and beverage sector. Set to begin operations in March 2025, the facility will be managed by Kesar Expert & Packers, a leading saffron processor with over 22 years of experience in India. The state-of-the-art plant will also secure European BRCGS certification to ensure the highest standards of saffron quality and purity. The initial processing capacity of the hub will be 30 metric tonnes of saffron, with ambitious plans to scale up to 100 metric tonnes over the next five years. This expansion will be supported by the UAE-India CEPA and the strategic location of Jafza, benefiting from its world-class infrastructure and proximity to Jebel Ali Port. In addition to saffron processing, the partnership lays the groundwork for future collaborations, including expanding Haldiram's footprint in Dubai and further investments in food processing and distribution facilities. This agreement underscores Dubai's growing prominence as a global trade hub, particularly in the food and beverage industry. Jafza now hosts over 770 F&B companies, solidifying its position as a key player in the region's economic development. News Source: Emirates News Agency
Zawya
21-02-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Jafza, Haldiram's sign agreement to launch saffron processing facilities
Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) has partnered with renowned Indian multinational food brand, Haldiram's, to set up one of the largest saffron processing facilities in the GCC, following an agreement signed on the sidelines of Gulfood in Dubai. The facility, set to start operations in March 2025, will be managed by Kesar Expert & Packers, a specialist in processing high-quality saffron with 22 years of experience in India. It will also secure globally recognised European BRCGS certification to guarantee the quality and purity of its saffron. Initially the hub will process 30 metric tonnes of saffron, with plans to scale up to 100 metric tonnes over the next five years by leveraging the UAE-India CEPA and the world-class connectivity and infrastructure at Jebel Ali Port and Jafza. The parties also discussed other avenues of future collaboration including the expansion of Haldiram's presence in Dubai and further investment in food processing and distribution facilities. The agreement reinforces Dubai's role as a global trade hub, driven by Jafza's growing F&B sector, which is now home to more than 770 F&B companies.
