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NEW IVECO T-WAY: HIGH PRODUCTIVITY AND SAFETY ON OFF-ROAD TERRAINS

With a complete line-up of AWD and PWD versions and the the 16-speed HI-TRONIX automated gearbox, the IVECO T-WAY features a host of functionalities such as Rocking Mode, Off-road Mode, Creeping Mode and 4 reverse gears to tackle with ease the toughest off-road conditions. The new architecture of the EBS system, combined with disc brakes on all wheels, greatly improves the vehicle’s performance and the driver’s safety in the most demanding applications.

NEW IVECO S-WAY: HIGH TECHNOLOGY AND EFFICIENCY FOR ON-ROAD MISSIONS

The new IVECO S-WAY, with a completely redesigned and reinforced cab, offers a wide choice of Euro III/V diesel engines, a delivering class-leading power from 360 HP to 560 HP Euro III / 570 HP Euro V and superior fuel-saving devices, such as anti-idling feature, Ecoswitch, Ecoroll and Smart Alternator. 12-speed HI-TRONIX automated transmission with the most advanced technology in its category, electronic clutch and best-in-class torque-to-weight ratio.

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Presenting our Landmark 100th Edition of Global Supply Chain!

The current March 2023 edition of Global Supply Chain you are holding or reading the digital edition marks a defining moment, a major milestone as we commemorate our turning point 100th Edition!

The first edition of Global Supply Chain was published in February 2014 and there has been no looking back since. It was the vision of our Founder-Publisher Jason Verhoven to become the premier niche media publication and portal encapsulating developments in the industry, keeping our burgeoning readership constantly updated, highlighting accomplishments and a total commitment to representing, serving and promoting the interests of the proliferating logistics and supply chain businesses and the community in the Middle East.

To this end I would like to congratulate our Publisher for his foresight and the team at Global Supply Chain for bringing those ideas to fruition and making our publication a formidable name in the industry. We have since matured and come a long way since our inception nine years ago and our growth story continues.

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Very importantly, we would also like to thank profusely and express our deep appreciation to our advertisers, our corporate clients and other stakeholders in the business. Above all, for the providential blessings from the Almighty we have and continue to receive. This edition is densely packed with stimulating editorial content.

The Cover Feature for this issue is MICCO, and by extension the Abu Dhabi Ports Group, the pivotal vertically integrated logistics services provider. The company has come a long way since it was founded in 1978. We conducted an exclusive one-on-one interview with Clifford D’Souza, Executive Vice President & COO, MICCO Logistics, Logistics Cluster, Abu Dhabi Ports Group (ADPG), on the sidelines of the just concluded Breakbulk Middle East 2023.

Elsewhere, we also highlight MedSupply-International SOS in another exclusive, expansive interview with Guillaume Akbaraly, Operations Director, MedSupply Government Services, International SOS, specialists in healthcare and medical logistics and supply chain operations, based in the Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZA).

We also spoke exclusively to Karel Kucera, Managing Director, Continental Middle East on the German tyre giant’s performance in the region.

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One highlight of this edition is the inclusion of a series of one-page reports on some of the latest highlights and critical developments in the regional logistics and supply chain landscape.

Add to this our regular repertoire of the latest news, topical features, profiles, business analyses, OpEds and useful content all of which are well encapsulated and curated to make for stimulating reading!

Happy reading!

Malcolm Dias Editor, malcolm@signaturemediame.com

06 MICCO This ADPG company provides total freight forwarding solutions.

12 Qatar Airways Cargo Carrier partners with iNOMAD, an all-in-one air cargo platform.

14 Five Oceans Ship Repairing & Maritime Services Long established Sharjah shipyard to provide key maritime services.

16 OpEd Supply chains: A critical need in real estate industry— Sobha Realty.

17 Starlinks Launches US$ 26.65mn hybrid logistics facility in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

18 Etihad Cargo Flies high surpassing operational performance targets in 2022.

20 Al Tayer Motors -Ford Trucks Agency inaugurates the first Ford Trucks 3S facility in Dubai.

22 MedSupplyInternational SOS

Providing healthcare logistics with a human touch.

27 DHL-Audi Partnership

Audi Volkswagen Middle East announces collaboration with DHL.

28 SAP-Al Futtaim Deal Group partners with SAP to enable complete digital transformation.

30 Continental Middle East

Continental Tyres on a roll in the region.

36 JAFZA-Food Security

JAFZA facilitates over a fifth of Dubai’s F&B trade value.

38 GWC News Roundup.

39 Saudia Cargo

Carrier awards multi-station contract to Worldwide Flight Services.

40 Savoye ME

Partners with New East General Trading.

42 Pace Spedition

The 3PL Services Provider’s Aerospace Division is its distinguishing feature.

44 Emirates SAF

Carrier operates demonstration flight powered with 100% SAF.

46 News

Up to date news of the Global Suppy Chain industry

57AquaChemie

Expands JAFZA operations.

58 LEAP 2023 Riyadh

Post event review.

59 KEZAD-Food Hub

Enhancing UAE Vision for Food Security via largest integrated hub.

60 FAMCO-Eicher

Introduces new generation commercial trucks.