Top UAE Contract Logistics and Third-Party Logistics Companies
Whenever there is talk about the e-commerce economy boom of UAE, it never stops without talking about the Logistics companies that help it to stay on that standard. UAE has a perfectly strategic geographical location. It has helped it to get the sudden uplift of the economy. The e-commerce market is facing heights in UAE, which has helped many logistics solutions provider companies to flourish in their region. This makes Logistics solutions companies a basic necessity for every e-commerce business. An online business’s success and failure or popularity is directly dependent on the logistics company.
Leading Contract Logistics Providers
Expert advisors conducted extensive research and identified these brands to be the leaders in the UAE Contract Logistics industry based on the 2023 & 2024 market share reports. Below is a list of top companies sorted in no particular order:
- Aramex
- DHL Supply Chain
- FedEx Supply Chain
- Kuehne + Nagel
- Gulf Agency Company (GAC)
- Ryder Supply Chain Solutions
- Al-Futtaim Logistics
- Ceva Logistics
- UPS Supply Chain Solutions
Key Company Overview and Establishment
- Aramex: Established in the Middle East in 1982; pioneer of shipping and logistics.
- FedEx: Established in the UAE in 1989; regional hub for the MEISA area.
- UPS: Established in the UAE in 1992; manages various offices in Abu Dhabi.
- Global Shipping & Logistics (GSL): Part of Al Shirawi Group; leading onshore 3PL provider.
Global Shipping & Logistics (GSL) LLC
Welcome to Global Shipping & Logistics (GSL) Dubai, a part of Al Shirawi Group of companies. GSL is a leading onshore 3rd Party Logistics (3PL) providers within the UAE. Our tagline ‘Driven by You,’ is our commitment to you, our clients; that we will always drive towards supply chain excellence in response to your logistics needs. GSL is the only 3PL with 5 quality certifications that you can rely on. We have the expertise and follow the standards that help us maintain the highest of quality standards needed to preserve your product-integrity and cold-chain integrity.
GSL provides end-to-end logistics services across various sectors:
- Cold Chain Warehousing: GSL is proud to offer its state-of-the-art warehouses for various temperature requirements ranging from Ambient to Frozen.
- International Freight: Our roots have been in Freight Forwarding since 1975 and we have championed this part of industry in the UAE.
- Distribution Services: With our vast range of services and skills, we are able to integrate any distribution model to meet every logistics need.
Aramex Logistics Company
Aramex was established in the Middle East in 1982. Aramex is one of the pioneers of shipping and logistics companies in Abu Dhabi. It currently provides its services to over 200 countries around the globe. It provides unique offers to emerging e-commerce businesses such as ShopGo or MartJack. Aramex is also one of the founding members of the Global Distribution Alliance, which brings together around 40 countries of the world to provide the same level of standards, quality, and innovations.
FedEx ECommerce Delivery Company
FedEx established its services in the UAE in 1989. It started its presence in Dubai, which also serves as its regional hub for all the countries of the Middle East, Indian Subcontinent, and Africa (MEISA) area. In the past years, FedEx has expanded its services and operations across the UAE and it includes Abu Dhabi as well. Customers can rely on FedEX for timely delivery of their parcels, documents, freight and more to over 220 countries around the globe.
United Parcel Service & Logistics
United Parcel Services Logistics (UPS) was established in the UAE in 1992. It also started its presence in Abu Dhabi to offer various shipping services to customers, businesses, and individuals. UPS manages various offices in Abu Dhabi which facilitates its shipping and logistics services. These are strategically located in Abu Dhabi to provide and fulfill the needs of businesses. To support the businesses working in ecommerce, UPS provides special logistics solutions services including order fulfillment, management of inventory, and last-mile delivery.
