According to mediaoffice.ae, the United Arab Emirates is spearheading a coordinated regional logistics transformation to strengthen supply chain resilience amid ongoing operational and geopolitical challenges. His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade, chaired a high-level coordination meeting hosted by the Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC) in Dubai on April 8, 2026 — attended by senior executives from global shipping lines and maritime associations.
Strategic Coordination Across Sectors
The meeting brought together key public and private stakeholders, including His Excellency Abdulla bin Damithan, Chairman of PCFC, and His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs. The source states that sustained collaboration has driven progress on alternative trade corridors — specifically highlighting Fujairah and Khorfakkan ports — and strengthened regional maritime connectivity to ensure seamless cargo movement.
Customs Initiatives Accelerating Cargo Flow
Dr. Busenad outlined several implemented and pilot customs initiatives designed to reduce friction and improve responsiveness. These include:
- Issuance of Customs Notice No. (6), enabling transit cargo movement through the green corridor with the Sultanate of Oman
- Acceptance of undertaking letters as valid guarantees
- Workshops with traders to clarify green corridor mechanisms
- Pilot activation of the Advance Cargo Information (ACI) system via shipping companies for all green corridor cargo
- Launch of a new maritime feeder service linking the region with India
Five-Pronged Green Corridor Expansion
The source states that ongoing efforts include five distinct expansions and enhancements to the green corridor framework:
- Extension of the grace period for re-export cargo
- Development of a framework to allow more land transport companies to join secured corridors
- Expansion of the green corridor to include Saudi Arabia
- Introduction of multiple clearance options within the corridor
- Continued prioritisation of uninterrupted flow of essential and strategic commodities
Operational Adaptation and Multimodal Integration
The meeting reviewed improvements since the previous session, including enhanced handling of critical shipments, activation of alternative transport corridors, and expanded use of multimodal transport solutions — such as land and rail — alongside operational measures targeting capacity and cost-related constraints. According to the report, these developments reflect an integrated vision to reinforce the UAE’s position as a highly efficient and globally competitive logistics hub.
“The UAE will continue to play a pivotal role in supporting regional and international trade stability through targeted initiatives and adaptive policies that enhance supply chain performance and sustainability. The UAE stands ready to deepen its engagement with regional and international partners to build a more connected, resilient, and future-ready trade ecosystem.” — His Excellency Dr. Thani bin Ahmed Al Zeyoudi, Minister of Foreign Trade
“Over the past period, we have successfully implemented a number of high-impact initiatives that facilitated cargo movement and enhanced supply chain efficiency… We are currently rolling out several pilot projects, including the activation of the Advance Cargo Information (ACI) system through shipping companies for all green corridor cargo, as well as the launch of a new maritime feeder service linking the region with India…” — His Excellency Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs
Source: mediaoffice.ae
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