Iron Mountain has opened its first warehousing and logistics facility in the UAE, a 37,000-square-metre site in the EZDubai Logistics Hub at Dubai South that brings Unilever’s warehousing and fulfilment activities across its divisions under one roof.
Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focused on aviation, logistics and real estate, announced the opening. The facility is operated by Iron Mountain, a global leader in information management services that also provides warehousing and logistics solutions.
As Unilever’s logistics service provider, Iron Mountain will also offer co-packing and product set assembly. The facility will combine bonded and non-bonded warehousing to improve supply-chain efficiency and coordination, and will use drone technology, automated robotic inventory counting and advanced automation to boost performance.
Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of EZDubai Logistics Hub, said the facility adds to the range of logistics capabilities available within the hub’s ecosystem. He added that the hub remains committed to supporting businesses as they establish and expand their operations.
Ako Djaf, Managing Director, Warehousing & Logistics for MENAT and APAC at Iron Mountain, described the opening as an important milestone for the company’s regional business. He said the integrated operation combines warehousing, fulfilment and value-added services while introducing technologies that improve efficiency and inventory visibility.
Djaf said Dubai South offers an excellent platform for the operation thanks to its strategic location and strong connectivity to key logistics gateways in the region. Iron Mountain plans to keep developing its warehousing and logistics capabilities in the UAE and across the wider region.
News Source: WAM
