NEWS FROM THE MONTH

ORYX MIX SELECTS RENAULT TRUCKS K-440 / NISSAN LAUNCHES FIRST PRE-OWNED SERVICE IN REGION / ARAMEX KUWAIT NOW AT ALP / DP WORLD IN LARGE KALMAR ORDER

NETWORK

Oryx Mix cements growth by going K Class

UAE READY MIX OPERATOR OPTS FOR TEN UNITS OF RENAULT TRUCKS K-440 MODELS WITH 12 CBM TRANSIT MIXERS FOR USE IN THE NORTHERN EMIRATES AND DUBAI

FLEET

Renault Trucks has delivered ten units of its heavy-duty K 440 8x4 rigid chassis construction trucks to UAE concrete supplier Oryx Mix to handle concrete industry requirements across the Northern Emirates.

Renault Trucks said the trucks are equipped with 12 CBM transit concrete mixers and have been supplied by its dealer United Diesel. They join Oryx Mix’s existing fleet of 240 units and will “help optimise local operations with their functionality and fuel efficiency”. Oryx Mix will use the trucks to transport ready mix concrete across the UAE.

According to Renault Trucks, Oryx Mix’s new models will ease operations and increase efficiency while delivering high levels of safety for drivers. The K 440 model was found to be a suitable match for the needs of Oryx Mix’s operations, with its combination of an Optidriver AT 2612F gearbox, with an automatic clutch, a 445-litre tank and a 440hp engine reducing operational costs by lowering fuel consumption.

The K 440 8x4 rigid chassis construction trucks from Renault Trucks offer driver-centric features along with robustness, as well as a range of advanced safety features, such as EBS (Electronic Braking System) and Emergency Braking Assist. When it comes to aftersales services, Renault Trucks added that it offers a three-year comprehensive service contract, which ensures continued quality in its products.

Mohamed Abdullah Al Faihan, deputy CEO, Oryx Mix, said: “These new Renault Trucks will add immense value to our operations, as proven during the testing phase. The trucks, which feature a comfortable cabin for the driver and holistic safety features, will be used for concrete mixing and further operations by Oryx Mix. In particular, the aftersales offers and the support of the aftersales personnel paved the way for us to choose Renault Trucks.”

Guillaume Zimmermann, commercial director, Renault Trucks Middle East, said: “This partnership represents another major milestone in the growth of the brand in the region. We are proud to see a major national operator recognising the reliability, efficiency and safety of the Renault Trucks, and our consistently high-quality service, by trusting us. I want to thank the Oryx Mix team again for their confidence and look forward to a long-term relationship.”

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ARAMEX KUWAIT OPTS FOR NEW AGILITY LOGISTICS PARK LOCATION

FLEET

Aramex Kuwait has selected the Agility Logistics Park (ALP) in Sulaibiya as the location for its new 16,000 SQM e-fulfillment center in Kuwait. Aramex new facility will be housed in Agility’s recently completed multi-customer logistics warehouse, which was developed by ALP.According to Agility, the facility is the largest logistics warehouse in Kuwait, and provides Aramex Kuwait with the “necessary infrastructure and services needed to meet its customers’ needs” across the country and the GCC.

It also enables the company to expand and grow its e-commerce fulfillment business, which involves movement of different types of consumer goods and products, by using the latest equipment and technology.

The logistics warehouse will operate the latest version of INFOR WMS 10.4, RFID tags and gateways, automated conveyor belts and sorting machines, all of which are geared towards faster and more efficient operations.

An official opening of the new Aramex warehouse was attended by H.E. Dr. Matar Al-Neaydi, UAE Ambassador in Kuwait, Eng. Nader Sakeen, CEO of ALP Kuwait and GCC, Mr. Fadi Kikoloff, general manager of Aramex Kuwait along with senior executives from both companies.

Sakeen welcomed Aramex Kuwait to Agility Logistics Park, adding: “The built-to-suit warehouse was tailored to customers’ requirements and is move-in ready, enabling fast deployment, flexibility and reduced capital commitments. At ALP, we know how to deliver largescale projects that accelerate growth.”

DP WORLD ORDERS KALMAR FLEET FOR JEDDAH

NISSAN BRINGS PRE-OWNED SCHEME TO GCC

FLEET

Industrial material handling equipment maker Kalmar will supply 81 of its Ottawa T2 terminal tractors to DP World for use in the South Container Terminal (SCT) in Jeddah Islamic Port, Saudi Arabia, after it secured an order from the Dubai-based ports operator in Q2 this year for scheduled delivery of the units in Q2 2022.

A statement from Cargotec, the company that owns Kalmar, said the Kalmar Ottawa T2 “combines power, functionality and performance with excellent ergonomics and easy maintenance access”. The 81 units for SCT will incorporate a range of additional safety features including an automatic fire extinguisher system, a reverse warning system and a drive speed limiter system.

Jeddah Islamic Port is the largest port in Saudi Arabia and a major trade hub, connecting the eastwest trade routes. DP World was awarded a 30-year Build-OperateTransfer (BOT) concession in 2019 by the Saudi Ports Authority (Mawani) for the management and development of the Jeddah South Container Terminal at the multipurpose Jeddah Islamic Port.

The statement added that DP World Jeddah’s operations are aligned with the Saudi Vision 2030 of transformation and will further assist the ease of doing business in the ports and logistics sector by introducing advanced technologies. In addition to Kalmar terminal tractors, the current equipment fleet at SCT includes Kalmar reachstackers and empty container handlers.

Mohammad Alshaikh, CEO, DP World Jeddah, said: “The new equipment procured from Kalmar and added to our equipment portfolio will further accelerate DP World Jeddah’s SCT development plans, which aim to further enhance its infrastructure capabilities.”

DISTRIBUTORS

Nissan says the introduction of the first manufacturerbacked Certified Pre-Owned programme in the region, provides buyers with safety, value for money and peace of mind.

Nissan Intelligent Choice fleet of Certified Pre-Owned (CPO) vehicles caters to a growing need for highquality and cost-effective mobility, said the firm.

It is intended to allow an increased number of buyers to “partake in the joys of owning a certified pre-owned vehicle from the brand’s extensive line-up and benefiting from the exciting performance, innovation and reliability of a Nissan.”

Already available globally, Nissan Intelligent Choice is available to customers in markets such as the UAE Qatar, Kuwait, Bahrain, Jordan and Lebanon. With nine Nissan Intelligent Choice locations spread across seven markets, Nissan Middle East said that it wants to reach a wider audience and welcome “even more drivers behind the wheel.”

The firm said that it has recorded a year-on-year increase in sales, with over 5,000 Nissan Intelligent Choice of certified pre-owned vehicles already sold across the region, “signaling Nissan’s commitment to leading the industry towards greater transparency when it comes to sales, aftersales support, pricing and servicing.”

VCR IS A ‘NEW PARADIGM’ IN EV, SAYS AFTE

UPS TO SUPPORT MALAYSIA EXPO PAVILION

DISTRIBUTORS

Al-Futtaim’s Trading Enterprises, the exclusive distributor of Volvo Cars in the UAE says that electrification is more than simply a shift in powertrains and “represents a new paradigm in car design and the Volvo Concept Recharge is a ‘manifesto for the next generation of all-electric Volvos’.

Volvo Cars revealed details of the electric successor to the Volvo XC90 SUV early in the summer under a new strategy dubbed Concept Recharge in June this year. Reacting to its unveiling, AlFuttaim’s Trading Enterprises said in a statement that Concept Recharge has the mantra of ‘less but better’ at its core: “For example, by removing the complexity of the internal combustion engine, the designers have been able to evolve the car’s proportions to increase interior space while also improving aerodynamic efficiency. The result is a car that offers genuinely better solutions to support a sustainable family life.”

Volvo’s first generation of electric cars shares a floor with combustion engine-powered cars, which requires a balance in proportions and space to be able to accommodate both a battery pack and an internal combustion engine.

By removing the engine and replacing it with a full battery pack under the flat floor, the designers have extended the wheelbase and the wheel size of the car. The result is shorter overhangs, as well as a lot more interior space. In the Concept Recharge these advancements have led designers to reposition the seats, optimise the roof profile and lower the hood of the car while retaining the high eye point of cars like the Volvo XC40, XC60 and XC90. This approach creates efficiency gains in aerodynamics compared to a typical SUV, which improves range. Read our special coverage on page 26.

FLEET

The United Parcel Service (UPS) has been appointed as the official logistics partner for the Malaysia Pavilion at Expo 2020 Dubai. Malaysia will be among over 190 nations and organisations taking part from 1 October 2021 to 31 March 2022.

According to the firms, the partnership will see UPS implement its full suite of logistics services to the pavilion, which will provide a unique platform to showcase Malaysia’s rich cultural and biological diversity and sustainable development efforts on the world stage throughout the six-month event.

UPS has been instrumental in assisting with the construction of some of the most aspirational feats of architectural design in Expo history, building on an already established legacy of delivering world class logistics to some of the biggest and most complex events ever staged, including the 2012 London Olympics.

“A large number of items will need to be transported to Dubai before the Expo begins and shipped back to Malaysia when the event ends,” commented MGTC Chief Executive Officer Shamsul Bahar Mohd Nor. “It is therefore critical to protect the integrity of the shipped items throughout this whole period.”

KHALIFA PORT TERMINAL EXPANSION GETS GO-AHEAD

LOGISTICS

The AD Ports Group has signed a 35-year concession agreement with Francebased CMA CGM Group for a new terminal to be set up in Khalifa Port in Abu Dhabi. CMA CGM is billed as a world leader in shipping and logistics and approximately $154m is being allocated to the development of the project.

Under the terms of the agreement, a new terminal will be established in Khalifa Port, which will be managed by a joint venture owned by CMA CGM’s subsidiary CMA Terminals (with a 70% stake) and AD Ports Group (30% stake).

According to a statement, AD Ports Group will be responsible for developing a wide range of supporting marine works and infrastructure. This includes up to a total of 1,200m of quay wall, a 3,800m breakwater, a fully built-out rail platform and 700,000sqm of terminal yard. The group said work on the project will begin by year-end and is due for handover in 2024. Phase One will boast an initial quay length of 800m and an estimated annual capacity of 1.8m TEUs.

The terminal will provide CMA CGM with a new regional hub and will enable the group to develop its service offering between Abu Dhabi and South Asia, Western Asia, East Africa, Europe and the Mediterranean, as well as the Middle East and the Indian sub-continent. The CMA CGM Group is pushing ahead with its global expansion strategy as a leading terminal operator. The group currently operates 49 port terminals in 27 countries via its subsidiaries.

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SERVEU WINS FM AND LOGISTICS CONTRACT FOR 14 PAVILIONS AT EXPO 2020

SERVICES

Facilities Management firm ServeU has been selected to manage the facilities of 14 pavilions participating at EXPO 2020 Dubai, which is set to open in October. The firm is a subsidiary of Union Properties PJSC.

According to a statement from the firm, the contracts are valued at US $4.9m and will be executed by a team of 300 experts, technicians, and specialists, to maintain the demands of facilities covering a total area spanning 30,000sqm of the EXPO 2020 land. The agreement outlines providing human resource (HR) and staffing services for the pavilions such as guide management, cleaning, security and administration, and logistics, the firm said.

“We are pleased to announce that ServeU, a subsidiary of Union Properties PJSC, has won these contracts in a new indicator that reflects the company’s leadership in the facilities management services. This also reaffirms the market’s growing confidence in the technical expertise and specialised competencies of our teams. These contracts will open new opportunities for the company to boost its presence, enhance competitiveness in the local and regional markets, as well as highlight our capabilities in maintaining high quality standards and efficiency in the FM industry,” said H.E Khalifa Hassan Al Hammadi, chairman of the Board of Directors at Union Properties PJSC.

He added, “We assure our clients that the services which will be implemented under these contracts follow leading international standards and apply the best practices and systems.”

TEREX TRUCKS REBRANDS AS ROKBAK

OEMS

Articulated hauler specialist Terex Trucks has been rebranded as Rokbak, with the Volvo Group company saying the new brand represents the “continuation of its strong hauling heritage with a future-focused vision”.

The Scottish manufacturer unveiled the new brand at a digital launch event early this month, attended by dealers, customers, media, and Volvo Group members from around the world. A statement from Terex Trucks said that throughout the last four decades, the company has “never wavered in its promise to customers to deliver powerful and reliable articulated haulers – and that legacy remains front and centre within the new brand”. At the same time, the Rokbak name represents an “exciting new future” and reflects the significant advances the organisation has made in recent years as well as its new strategic priorities.

Paul Douglas, managing director, said: “Our company has an incredible history and a proud heritage. Seven years ago, we became a member of the Volvo Group, which allowed us to make major improvements in every part of our business. Millions of pounds have been invested in improving our products, modernising our facilities, expanding our network, and developing our people.”

TADWEER LAUNCHS NEW RECYCLING FACILITY

WASTE MANAGEMENT

The Abu Dhabi Waste Management Center (Tadweer) has partnered with the Abu Dhabi National Oil Company (ADNOC) to open a new amenity for recyclable waste in Abu Dhabi. Located in the Ruwais Housing Complex in the Al Dhafra Region, the facility will help educate residents about the proper methods to dispose their daily household waste.

As part of its continued support for the UAE National Agenda 2021, Tadweer said it is working on several initiatives to promote waste segregation at the source, develop innovative waste disposal solutions, reduce the amount of waste sent to landfill, and transform waste into raw materials to support recycling industries, said a statement from the company.

The centre has assigned ADNOC’s service provider responsible for providing cleaning services in the housing complex to manage the facility.

“The opening of our new civic amenity for recyclable waste in Ruwais city demonstrates Tadweer’s sustained efforts to ensure optimal utilization of waste as an input to the production of eco-friendly products that benefit the local economy. In supporting the UAE’s strategic plans in waste sector, Tadweer reaffirms its leadership in the effective management of waste,” said director general Dr Salem Al Kaabi.

He added, “In providing such micro units for collecting wastes from the Emirate’s neighborhoods and residential areas, Tadweer ensures active public participation in segregation of different types of waste at source. This allows residents to support the Center’s continued efforts to benefit from recyclable materials and minimise the amount of waste.”