Jafza and Dubai Trade reveal data-driven capabilities for the e-commerce sector at Seamless Middle East

Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) and Dubai Trade, DP World’s leading trade and logistics hub and premier trade facilitation platform will showcase their dynamic capabilities at Seamless Middle East 2022 to be held on May 31 and June 1, 2022.

From design to distribution, the two companies offer the perfect environment for e-commerce businesses to thrive in the Middle East, with Dubai as their hub.

Over the years, Jafza has witnessed a rapid growth in its e-commerce cluster, owing to Dubai Trade’s robust infrastructure, including last-mile delivery logistics. Additionally, Dubai Trade’s technologically advanced solutions give e-commerce companies a competitive advantage over other players in the market. Through their participation in Seamless Middle East, the entities aim to capitalise on this success and help more companies take advantage of the technology, resources, and expertise to reach new geographies.

Jafza’s Data-Lake Zone

Jafza’s data infrastructure and the use of new technology are benefitting over 1,700 e-commerce companies, helping them stay ahead of the curve. The use of IoT, digital systems and automation and trade integration platforms has helped e-commerce companies simplify the logistics journey through optimal data retrieval. While also helping them connect with relevant government and private sector entities to amplify business.

Dubai Trade’s Digital Revolution

Dubai Trade offers 24/7 access to over 700 digital trade and logistics e-services, allowing its customers a seamless trading experience. The platform integrates all business services into one digital platform. Some of them include Customs eClearance, ePermits, Port eClearance, ePayments, company licensing and Free Zone administrative services.

The portal enables Jafza to collaborate with government and private sector partners to adopt pioneering digital solutions. Some of their recent collaborations include partnerships with Dubai Customs and the Dubai Chamber of Commerce to provide paperless cross-border transactions in compliance with regulations.

Unmatched Connectivity

Jafza provides businesses with a single customs-bonded area connected to Al Maktoum International Airport and Jebel Ali Port. The location has created the ideal environment for cross-border e-commerce. Companies operating in Jafza can optimise consolidation and order fulfilment services for the MENA region while enjoying unparalleled connectivity and efficiency in logistics.

Extensive E-Commerce Offerings

DP World’s e-commerce products complement this growth. Some of the key offerings that have helped Jafza’s partners navigate e-commerce challenges include DUBUY.com, a global wholesale e-commerce platform launched as a major gateway for international trade.

About Dubai Trade

Dubai Trade is Dubai’s premier trade facilitation entity that strives to make trade easier, and faster and to create value for all stakeholders by offering integrated electronic services from various trade and logistics service providers in Dubai under a single window www.dubaitrade.ae.

It underlines Dubai’s position as the ideal base for trading across borders with its unique geographical location, excellent infrastructure and seamless processes across the private sector and government agencies. Dubai Trade integrates the major stakeholders in the trade and logistics operations including DP World, the global trade enabler which manages a portfolio of 78 operating marine and inland terminals across six continents, Dubai Customs, the region’s leading Customs administration and Economic Zones World, the global operator of economic zones and activity-specific business and industrial zones including Jebel Ali Free Zone, one of the major contributors to the overall growth of Dubai.