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Mid East Info
21-01-2025
- Business
- Mid East Info
Aramex unveils state-of-the-art robotic sorting facility in Saudi Arabia - Middle East Business News and Information
His Excellency Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, inaugurated the cutting-edge automated robotic system at Jeddah Islamic Port. Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia;January 2025: Under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, Aramex—the global leader in comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has launched its cutting-edge automated robotic system at Jeddah Islamic Port. This marks a significant milestone in the company's digital transformation journey. The state-of-the-art facility showcases Aramex's commitment to technological innovation and operational excellence. The centerpiece of the facility is an advanced automated sorting system featuring three feeding lines integrated with 120 robotic guided vehicles, capable of processing 4,000 shipments per hour and 96,000 shipments daily. Abdulaziz Alnowaiser, General Manager of Aramex, said: 'This automated facility represents a quantum leap in logistics efficiency and demonstrates our commitment to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. By combining robotics, artificial intelligence, and temperature-controlled environments, we are creating a blueprint for the future of logistics in the region. With the automation system, our capacity to handle shipments will increase to 100%. Additionally, the plan for the activation and launch of drone delivery by the end of February 2025 has been reviewed with one of our clients in the banking sector, and we are also advancing our future plans for domestic express mail sea transportation services. We look forward to continuing to enhance the Kingdom's logistics infrastructure and adopting sustainable practices.' Samer Marei, Vice President GCC, Aramex, said: 'We remain deeply committed to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as our primary market, where we continue to make strategic investments to lead the logistics sector. By continuously enhancing our services and strengthening our presence in the Kingdom, we hope to contribute to Vision 2030's goals of establishing Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub. Our sustained and ongoing investment reflects our confidence in the Kingdom's vibrant economy and the transformative vision of its leadership.' In a parallel development that promises to be transformative for logistics in the region, Aramex unveiled plans for its first drone delivery project. This initiative will complement the automated facility, further cementing Aramex's position as a pioneer in smart logistics solutions. The drone delivery program aims to reduce carbon emissions while enhancing last-mile delivery efficiency in urban and remote areas. The strategic location of the facility at Jeddah Islamic Port, combined with its advanced capabilities, positions Aramex to play a pivotal role in Saudi Arabia's ambition to become a global logistics hub. The facility's enhanced operational efficiency and sustainable practices directly support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives for sector modernization and environmental stewardship. The success of this initiative at Aramex's facilities demonstrates the potential for similar improvements across Saudi Arabia's logistics sector, supporting its vision of becoming a leading global trade hub.
TECHx
21-01-2025
- Business
- TECHx
Aramex Launches Robotic System at Jeddah Port - TECHx Media Aramex Launches Robotic System at Jeddah Port
Under the patronage of His Excellency Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, Aramex, a global logistics and transportation solutions company, has launched an innovative automated robotic system at Jeddah Islamic Port. This significant milestone in Aramex's digital transformation is set to enhance logistics operations and align with Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. The state-of-the-art facility highlights Aramex's commitment to technological innovation and operational excellence. Its centerpiece is an advanced automated sorting system, featuring three feeding lines integrated with 120 robotic guided vehicles. This system can process 4,000 shipments per hour and 96,000 shipments daily, significantly improving logistics efficiency. Abdulaziz Alnowaiser, General Manager of Aramex, emphasized the facility's role in transforming logistics operations in the region. He said, 'This automated facility represents a quantum leap in logistics efficiency and supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. By integrating robotics, AI, and temperature-controlled environments, we are building the future of logistics. Our shipment handling capacity will reach 100%, and we're also set to launch drone deliveries by February 2025.' Samer Marei, Vice President of GCC at Aramex, expressed the company's continued dedication to Saudi Arabia, saying, 'We are deeply committed to Saudi Arabia as our primary market. Our investments align with Vision 2030, contributing to the Kingdom's ambition to become a global logistics hub.' In addition to the automated facility, Aramex unveiled plans for its first drone delivery project. The initiative will complement the robotic sorting system and focus on enhancing last-mile delivery efficiency while reducing carbon emissions in urban and remote areas. Strategically located at Jeddah Islamic Port, Aramex's new facility, with its advanced technology and sustainable practices, directly supports Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030 objectives for sector modernization and environmental sustainability. The facility's success is expected to inspire similar advancements across the Kingdom's logistics sector, playing a key role in transforming Saudi Arabia into a leading global trade hub.
Zawya
21-01-2025
- Business
- Zawya
Aramex unveils state-of-the-art robotic sorting facility in Saudi Arabia
Jeddah, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia: Under the patronage and in the presence of His Excellency Rayan Salah Al-Din Al-Bakri, Deputy Minister for Logistics Services at Saudi Arabia's Ministry of Transport and Logistics Services, Aramex — the global leader in comprehensive logistics and transportation solutions, has launched its cutting-edge automated robotic system at Jeddah Islamic Port. This marks a significant milestone in the company's digital transformation journey. The state-of-the-art facility showcases Aramex's commitment to technological innovation and operational excellence. The centerpiece of the facility is an advanced automated sorting system featuring three feeding lines integrated with 120 robotic guided vehicles, capable of processing 4,000 shipments per hour and 96,000 shipments daily. Abdulaziz Alnowaiser, General Manager of Aramex, said: 'This automated facility represents a quantum leap in logistics efficiency and demonstrates our commitment to Saudi Arabia's Vision 2030. By combining robotics, artificial intelligence, and temperature-controlled environments, we are creating a blueprint for the future of logistics in the region. With the automation system, our capacity to handle shipments will increase to 100%. Additionally, the plan for the activation and launch of drone delivery by the end of February 2025 has been reviewed with one of our clients in the banking sector, and we are also advancing our future plans for domestic express mail sea transportation services. We look forward to continuing to enhance the Kingdom's logistics infrastructure and adopting sustainable practices.' Samer Marei, Vice President GCC, Aramex, said: 'We remain deeply committed to the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia as our primary market, where we continue to make strategic investments to lead the logistics sector. By continuously enhancing our services and strengthening our presence in the Kingdom, we hope to contribute to Vision 2030's goals of establishing Saudi Arabia as a global logistics hub. Our sustained and ongoing investment reflects our confidence in the Kingdom's vibrant economy and the transformative vision of its leadership.' In a parallel development that promises to be transformative for logistics in the region, Aramex unveiled plans for its first drone delivery project. This initiative will complement the automated facility, further cementing Aramex's position as a pioneer in smart logistics solutions. The drone delivery program aims to reduce carbon emissions while enhancing last-mile delivery efficiency in urban and remote areas. The strategic location of the facility at Jeddah Islamic Port, combined with its advanced capabilities, positions Aramex to play a pivotal role in Saudi Arabia's ambition to become a global logistics hub. The facility's enhanced operational efficiency and sustainable practices directly support the Kingdom's Vision 2030 objectives for sector modernization and environmental stewardship. The success of this initiative at Aramex's facilities demonstrates the potential for similar improvements across Saudi Arabia's logistics sector, supporting its vision of becoming a leading global trade hub. About Aramex: Founded in 1982, Aramex has emerged as a global leader in logistics and transportation, renowned for its innovative services tailored to businesses and consumers. As a listed company on the Dubai Financial Market (since 2005) and headquartered in the UAE, our strategic location facilitates extensive customer reach worldwide, bridging the gap between East and West. With operations in 600+ cities across 70 countries, Aramex employs over 16,000 professionals. Our success is attributed to four distinct business products that provide scalable, diversified, and end-to- end services for customers. These products are: International Express, encompassing Aramex's Parcel Forwarding Business (Shop & Ship and MyUS). Domestic Express Freight Forwarding Logistics & Supply Chain Solutions Sustainability is at the core of our vision and mission. To build a truly sustainable business, we leverage our core competencies to make a positive impact as responsible members of the communities we serve. Through partnerships with local and international organizations, we strive to expand our reach and benefit more individuals through targeted programs and initiatives, ensuring long-term positive change and community development. Contact Information: For Aramex: Mike Rich Group CMO mikeri@ Gambit Communications Showkat Rather Senior Account Manager-Sustainability & ESG showkat@
