Doha: Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) and DHL Global Forwarding, the global freight forwarding arm of DHL Group, have officially inaugurated the group's new logistics facility at Ras Bufontas Free Zone. The inauguration marks an important expansion of DHL's presence in the State of Qatar and reinforces Qatar's free zones status as a premier destination for global logistics operators, said QFZ in a press release on Saturday.
According to Qatar News Agency, CEO of QFZ, HE Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal Al-Thani stated: "The inauguration of DHL Global Forwarding in Ras Bufontas Free Zone reflects a strategic step to reinforce Qatar's stature as a high-value logistics hub, reducing time to markets and enhancing the supply chain flexibility across the region." He emphasized that as a global logistics leader, DHL will improve the operational capacity, enhance specialized warehousing capabilities, and reinforce multimodal connectivity. This is facilitated by the proximity to Hamad International Airport, creating an attractive footprint for partners and suppliers across various economic sectors.
The new facility is expected to drive Qatar's transition from a transit hub to an integrated solutions platform, supported by a flexible regulatory framework and advanced digital infrastructure. The investment aligns with the goal of ensuring new growth prospects and connecting the region to markets in Africa and Asia.
CEO - Gulf Cluster, DHL Global Forwarding, Samer Kaissi, noted that Qatar plays a key role in the company's regional logistics strategy, particularly with the expansion of multimodal capabilities across the GCC. He added that Hamad Port has been vital in supporting east-west trade flows. The collaboration with QFZ enhances connectivity to Hamad International Airport, allowing DHL to improve airfreight capabilities and deliver more resilient and scalable logistics solutions, particularly for the growing GCC-Africa corridors.
The new DHL Global Forwarding facility, spanning more than 1,200 square meters, will serve as a regional distribution warehouse specializing in air freight consolidation services. It will support both regional and global distribution networks, benefiting from Qatar's transport infrastructure and streamlined customs processing.
Qatar Free Zones Authority remains committed to accelerating Qatar's logistics growth and enabling strategic investment that aligns with Qatar National Vision 2030. The vision positions the state as a hub for sustainable, innovation-led industrial activity.