24-04-2025
AKI unveils 1 million sq ft fulfilment centre in Dubai Industrial City
Al Khayyat Investments (AKI) has launched a new Fulfilment & Innovation Centre in Dubai Industrial City, significantly expanding its operational capabilities in the region.
The 1 million sq ft facility quadruples AKI's fulfilment capacity and currently processes over 500,000 units daily, with infrastructure in place to handle up to 1.5 million units.
Zaid S. Al Khayyat, Managing Director of AKI, said: 'AKI was founded on a spirit of smart agility and entrepreneurial energy. This new Fulfilment & Innovation Centre carries forward these values as we aspire to seize new opportunities over the coming decades. Yet this facility is not just about enhancing our own operations. It is a strategic investment that creates long-term value for our partners and customers, while contributing to the UAE's future-focused economy. Above all, it represents the power of our people driving our business forward every day.'
AKI expands logistics hub
The centre includes provisions for an additional 200,000 sq ft expansion in the future. The facility will service more than 30,000 business customers and support home delivery for consumers across the UAE who use AKI's retail and e-commerce services.
This development aligns with the Dubai Economic Agenda (D33), which aims to leverage Dubai's strategic location and infrastructure to attract international companies and investments.
The UAE recently announced plans to strengthen its position as a global trade hub and increase its logistics sector value to more than AED200 billion annually within seven years, according to the UAE Cabinet.
AKI, a privately held Emirati holding company, has been developing its supply chain infrastructure for over four decades.
The company manages end-to-end operations across multiple sectors, including pharmaceuticals, medical equipment, retail, consumer goods, fitness, automotive, environmental services, and contracting.
Saud Abu Alshawareb, Executive Vice President – Industrial at TECOM Group PJSC, welcomed the development: 'Dubai Industrial City is proud to be the home of AKI's new fulfilment centre. Our district's proximity to Jebel Ali Port, Al Maktoum International Airport, and an Etihad Rail freight terminal enables connectivity for Al Khayyat Investments ' new fulfilment centre and sets it up for long-term success. Home to more than 1,100 manufacturing champions and 350 operational factories, Dubai Industrial City is committed to supporting such strategically significant projects, in line with Operation 300bn Make it in the Emirates, and Dubai Economic Agenda 'D33'.'
According to Samer Sabri, Group Chief Supply Chain Officer at AKI, 'This facility is a testament to the extraordinary teams within AKI who embrace diverse thinking to push boundaries, do more, and set the benchmark in supply chain excellence. The facility will truly redefine AKI's position within the UAE market, ensuring swifter and more efficient distribution capabilities for our growing business ecosystem.'
The centre incorporates digital transformation and sustainability features in its design, with cutting-edge technologies to increase supply chain and fulfilment productivity. Its location provides connectivity to major transport networks, including ports, the Etihad Rail cargo terminal, and future expansions at Maktoum International Airport.
