As the air cargo industry converges in Dubai for the World Cargo Symposium, dnata is making headlines with a global infrastructure investment exceeding US$ 110 million.
The company has announced three major cargo facility developments in the Netherlands, UAE, and Iraq—each designed to meet evolving logistics demands with cutting-edge technology and sustainable practices.
Set to go live in 2025, the new facilities will enhance dnata’s global handling capacity, automation capabilities, and environmental efficiency.
“Our latest investments prioritise automation, scalability and energy efficiency, enabling us to support our customers more effectively in a fast-changing logistics environment,”
said Clive Sauvé-Hopkins, CEO – Airport Operations.
Flagship Developments:
- Amsterdam, Netherlands: A fully-automated 61,000 m² cargo centre at Schiphol Airport will process over 850,000 tonnes annually. Featuring automated guided vehicles, smart gates with 3D scanning, and full AWB control, dnata Cargo City Amsterdam sets a new standard for digital cargo management.
- Erbil, Iraq: A US$ 15 million, 20,000 m² facility will triple dnata’s capacity in Iraq to 66,000 tonnes per year. Integrated with dnata’s cloud-based ‘OneCargo’ system, it will streamline safety, reporting, and ULD management.
- Dubai South, UAE: A 57,000 m² temperature-controlled facility, due by year-end 2025, will handle up to 400,000 tonnes annually. Designed for optimal efficiency, it includes advanced racking systems and truck loading zones.
dnata’s leadership is also taking the stage at the Symposium, contributing to key dialogues on digital transformation, sustainability, and AI in logistics.
With operations across 90+ airports in 16 countries, dnata handled 2.9 million tonnes of cargo globally in 2023–24, marking 5% year-on-year growth—solidifying its role as a leader in future-ready air cargo solutions.
News Source: Dubai Media Office
