AD Ports, CMA CGM expand inland logistics network across UAE

NewsTop Right FacebookTwitterWhatsAppLinkedinEmail AD Ports Group has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with CMA CGM Group and CMA Terminals Khalifa Port to expand inland logistics connectivity and strengthen cargo flows across the UAE and the wider region. Extending reach beyond the port The agreement focuses on integrating maritime and inland logistics by leveraging AD Ports’ rail-linked intermodal network, including: Inland container depots Dry ports Cargo distribution hubs The initiative aims to extend the reach of Khalifa Port beyond the quay, connecting cargo directly to industrial zones, consumer markets, and regional trade corridors. Strengthening regional trade corridors The partners will explore opportunities to: Improve cargo flows across the UAE and Northern Emirates Enhance connectivity to Saudi Arabia and Oman via rail-linked infrastructure Provide greater routing flexibility for import and export cargo The collaboration is designed to support more resilient and efficient supply chains, particularly for industrial and manufacturing sectors. Supporting UAE industrial growth According to Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi: “This MoU marks an important step in consolidating the UAE’s inland intermodal logistics backbone under one integrated platform.” The initiative is aligned with national efforts to: Improve inbound cargo access Strengthen export corridors Enhance long-term supply chain competitiveness CMA CGM expands inland integration Jesper Stenbak said the partnership will transform the role of the terminal: “This collaboration strengthens CMA Terminals Khalifa Port’s role as an inland-enabled gateway terminal.” By linking ocean services directly with inland networks, CMA CGM aims to deliver: Faster cargo movement Improved service reach Greater operational efficiency. Strategic role of Khalifa Port Opened in 2024, CMA Terminals Khalifa Port is a joint venture: 70% owned by CMA CGM 30% owned by AD Ports Group It is one of the key container terminals supporting Abu Dhabi’s ambition to become a regional logistics hub. Outlook The agreement reflects a broader shift toward integrated port-to-inland logistics models, where: Rail connectivity Inland distribution hubs Multimodal transport play a central role in improving supply chain resilience. For AD Ports and CMA CGM, the partnership strengthens their ability to capture inland cargo flows and expand regional trade connectivity.

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• May 6th, 2026
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