Americold announced today the opening of its flagship import‑export hub in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA). The new facility, developed through a joint venture with RSA Cold Chain and in partnership with DP World, is the company’s largest operational site in the Middle East and expands its global cold‑chain network to the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) markets.
The hub offers 40,000 pallet positions and 27 docks, with multi‑temperature capabilities and both bonded and non‑bonded storage. It is equipped with smart monitoring systems, rooftop solar panels for energy efficiency, and holds ISO 22000 and HACCP certifications, ensuring high food‑safety standards for quick‑service restaurants, grocery retailers, and quick‑commerce platforms.
Strategically, the Dubai hub complements Americold’s existing import‑export hubs in Kansas City and Port Saint John, creating a seamless global network that links producers, processors, and retailers across North America, Europe, Asia‑Pacific, and South America. The partnership with DP World leverages the port’s logistics infrastructure, while RSA Cold Chain’s expertise in digital supply‑chain solutions enhances operational efficiency.
The opening strengthens Americold’s position in the rapidly growing GCC market, improves supply‑chain resilience for temperature‑sensitive goods, and is expected to generate additional revenue streams and margin expansion as demand for efficient cold‑chain logistics continues to rise.
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