Abu Dhabi Airports and Hafeet Rail recently signed an agreement to jointly develop logistics and transport solutions that connect air and rail networks to improve connectivity between the UAE and Oman. The project is anchored on a planned corridor that connects Al Ain International Airport (AAN) to the wider UAE and Sohar in Oman, which establishes an important cross-border route for passengers and freight at Al Ain, an important hub in the next generation of mobility and commerce across the region. This collaboration aids in the vision of Abu Dhabi to create a fully connected transport network that is world-class and increases the modes of passenger and freight transportation and supports the emirate's position as a regional leader of integrated mobility.
The UAE is moving towards becoming a global logistics hub due to strategic initiatives and major investments. This growth is critical since logistics is the foundation of international trade and makes it easier for goods to be transported around the globe. The UAE’s rise as a logistics hub did not just happen organically, it is strategic and visionary. The UAE is becoming a logistics hub is no longer a distant possibility; it is a reality that is happening. In this article let us look at some of the key drivers behind UAE as a global logistics hub.