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Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is strategically expanding its presence in the Middle East by establishing a new, approximately 28,000 square metre automotive logistics hub in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) in Dubai, to efficiently serve global spare parts logistics and expected market growth up to 2030.
Key Facts
- Strategic Project: The new build is part of Hellmann's long-term growth strategy to strengthen its position in the automotive segment and create additional capacity.
- Optimal location: Dubai (JAFZA) acts as a central hub between Europe, Asia and Africa with a powerful, multimodal infrastructure.
- Market potential: The automotive market in the Middle East is forecast to grow annually by approximately 4 to 6 percent by the year 2030.
- Modern infrastructure: The 28,000 m² facility, developed by INDU Logistics, offers specialised warehousing solutions (small parts storage, pallet racking, bulky goods areas) for scalable distribution to the Gulf States, Africa and worldwide.
- The Company: Hellmann Worldwide Logistics (headquartered in Osnabrück) is a global logistics service provider that covers the entire supply chain, from air and sea freight to special industry solutions.
Expansion of presence in the Middle East
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is expanding its international network with the construction of a new automotive logistics hub in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) in Dubai. According to the press release, the project is part of the company's long-term growth strategy and is intended to particularly strengthen Hellmann's position in key industry segments. Furthermore, the new facility is intended to support existing customers in the automotive industry and create additional capacity for future growth.
Strategic location for global supply chains
According to Hellmann, the region plays an important role for international supply chains due to its location between Europe, Asia, and Africa. The United Arab Emirates have a powerful infrastructure and strong multimodal connections, making them a significant logistics location. According to the press release, annual growth of around four to six percent is expected for the automotive market in the Middle East by 2030.
Modern infrastructure for spare parts logistics
The new logistics facility is being developed by INDU Logistics and will be operated by Hellmann as a specialised automotive hub. With an area of around 28,000 square metres, the site is intended to cover the entire spectrum of spare parts logistics. Planned features include high-density small parts storage, pallet racking systems, and specialised areas for large and bulky components. According to the press release, the facility is intended to enable efficient and scalable distribution in the Gulf States, Africa, and other international markets.
About Hellmann Worldwide Logistics
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics is an internationally operating logistics service provider headquartered in Osnabrück. The company offers transport and logistics solutions along the entire supply chain.
Services include air and sea freight, road and rail transport, warehousing, contract logistics, and specialised industry solutions, for example for the automotive, pharmaceutical, or consumer goods industries.
The company's objective is to organise global goods flows, design efficient supply chains and support customers with the storage, transport and distribution of their products.
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