One of the leading air services companies in the world, dnata, has announced a significant partnership with Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics, and real estate.
The partnership aims to enable an instantaneous, digitally driven Gate Control mechanism for shipments at the cargo handling facilities at Dubai South's premises.
Significant benefits will accrue to mainland and freezone-based businesses in the Logistics District as well as to shippers who deliver goods to other ports.
In accordance with a statement from Dubai South, the agreement entails the integration of Masary, an e-gate pass system, with dnata's Appointment & Dock management, a system used by dnata's clients to request appointments to access the free zone for the loading and off-loading of goods.
As per the dnata's authorised appointment system for goods movement, this will guarantee a seamless, paperless experience for customers entering and exiting Dubai South gates. This would enable faster operations for clients at the gates, emphasising their happiness, it added.
On the agreement, Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District - Dubai South, said: "We are dedicated to providing our clients with efficient and intelligent operational solutions, ensuring the uninterrupted flow of goods."
"This partnership with dnata will enable us to expand our range of services, promote optimal practices and establish a tech-driven, dynamic ecosystem, allowing our clients to flourish in this highly competitive market," he stated.
Guillaume Crozier, Senior Vice President, UAE cargo, dnata, said: "We are delighted to offer our partners more value by implementing another innovative solution across our Dubai operations."
"This joint initiative will further streamline cargo processes by enabling the seamless transmission and integration of our data into Dubai South Smart Gate application and the Dubai Airport Free Zone’s system and as a result, our customers will enjoy even better services and quicker turnaround. We will continue to invest in the latest, digital technologies and automation to provide the best possible services to our customers," he added.