Al Sharqi Strengthens UAE & GCC Supply Chain Resilience Amid Global Shipping Volatility


Al Sharqi, a UAE-based logistics company with 36 years of experience, has introduced expanded multi-modal transport solutions to address regional shipping delays. By using the port of Khor Fakkan Port as an alternative hub and strengthening cross-border r

DUBAI, UAE — Al Sharqi, a premier logistics and freight provider with a 36-year track record in the Middle East, today announced an expanded suite of multi-modal solutions designed to bypass ongoing regional shipping delays. By leveraging strategic hubs in Khor Fakkan and a robust cross-border road network, the company is ensuring cargo fluidity for businesses facing unprecedented supply chain pressure. 

“Logistics is no longer just about moving goods; it is about managing risk,” said Kashif Rafiq, CEO of Al Sharqi. “Our focus is on providing the agility that the current market demands. We aren't just reacting to disruptions; we are engineering ways around them to ensure our partners remain competitive and connected.” 

To maintain delivery benchmarks, Al Sharqi has immediately optimized several key corridors: 

  • Strategic Diversification via Khor Fakkan : Utilizing alternative import routes through Khor Fakkan port to circumvent traditional maritime bottleneck via Jebel Ali and Khalifa Port. 
  • Customs Brokerage at Khor Fakkan : Mobilized our customs brokerage services at Khor Fakkan port. 
  • Container Drayage from /to Khor Fakkan :  Effective immediately, we have deployed a certain percentage of our fleet for container drayage at Khor Fakkan port. 
  • GCC Multi-modal Connectivity: Seamlessly transitioning FCL (Full Container Load) cargo between ocean and road transport to expedite cross-border delivery to Kuwait, Bahrain, and Qatar. 
  • Operational Transparency: 24/7 tracking and dedicated support to provide shippers with total visibility in an unpredictable environment. 

As businesses navigate a complex global landscape, Al Sharqi’s infrastructure at key ports like Khor Fakkan serves as a vital link in the UAE and beyond UAE, ensuring that "disruption" does not mean "delay." 

About Al Sharqi With over three decades of operational excellence, Al Sharqi is a cornerstone of the UAE logistics sector. The firm specializes in high-impact freight forwarding, tech-driven supply chain management, and bespoke multi-modal transport solutions across the Middle East. 

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