Dubai South and Aldar Properties will create a build-to-suit facility for Kuehne+Nagel at EZDubai, an e-commerce hub.
The logistics facility is being built as part of a joint venture between Dubai South and Aldar to establish Grade A logistics facilities in Dubai South’s Logistics District.
The logistics facility, expected to be completed by the second quarter of 2025, will cover 22,915 square meters and provide third-party logistics, e-commerce, and goods handling services.
It is designed to achieve LEED Silver certification and includes innovative energy-saving features.
Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of Logistics District, Dubai South, said: “We are pleased to sign this agreement with Kuehne+Nagel, who will benefit from our state-of-the-art infrastructure and customised advanced services to expand their presence and cater to the demand on logistics services regionally. Our partnership with Aldar is a strategic one, and we are committed to attracting the top players to contribute to the key priorities of the Dubai Economic Agenda ‘D33’- in establishing Dubai as one of the top five logistics hubs in the world.”
Jonathan Emery, Chief Executive Officer at Aldar Development, said: “The logistics sector represents a hugely promising opportunity for Aldar, and we are delighted with the accelerated progress we are making in collaboration with Dubai South. Together, we are building scalable logistics facilities that respond to the burgeoning demand for high-grade facilities in the UAE from global firms such as Kuehne+Nagel.”
Lee I’Ons, GCC+ Managing Director at Kuehne+Nagel, said: “Kuehne+Nagel’s longstanding relationship with Dubai South and Aldar was pivotal in choosing the right partners to facilitate our expansion. Thanks to the strategic location of EZ Dubai, a carefully designed e-commerce zone by Dubai South, Aldar’s strong development capabilities, and Kuehne+Nagel’s global expertise in handling e-commerce, the new fulfillment center will further strengthen our successful cooperation.”