The UAE has emerged as one of the top five most globally connected countries in the world buoyed by its robust logistics capabilities and transport infrastructure according to the DHL Global Connectedness Index 2020.

Rafed, the recently established healthcare procurement company, and Abu Dhabi Ports, the region’s premier facilitator of logistics, transport, and trade, have signed a collaboration agreement to jointly launch the largest healthcare and medical supplies cold store distribution centre in the UAE.

Tristar Group, the global integrated energy logistics company, has announced that it has won a five-year contract, valued at $8 million, with Linde Global Helium. Playing a key role in Linde Global Helium’s supply chain, Tristar will provide transport for Linde’s helium cargo across the GCC.

Saudi Arabian Logistics Company (SAL), a leading cargo ground handler and logistics provider and a subsidiary of the Saudi Arabian Airlines Corporation, has unveiled its new pharma and perishable facilities in Riyadh, Saudi Arabia.

UAE-based tech startup, FODEL, has expanded its operations in Saudi Arabia, Kuwait, Bahrain and Oman as part of its plans to set up a base across all GCC countries, providing a suitable pick-up and drop-off solution for its clients in the region.