Next week, IntraLogisteX MEA, one of the region’s leading gatherings for supply chain and logistics professionals, will open at ADNEC, Abu Dhabi.
Taking place on 27-28 May 2025, IntraLogisteX MEA will connect providers of innovative supply chain and logistics solutions with an engaged audience of manufacturing and supply chain professionals from across the region.
The timing could not be more pertinent. The Middle East and Africa logistics market is forecast to reach US$430 billion by 2030, growing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of more than 5% from 2023, driven by expanding e-commerce, infrastructure development, and free trade initiatives such as the African Continental Free Trade Area (AfCFTA).
In the GCC alone, logistics investments are accelerating as governments diversify their economies beyond oil, with the UAE logistics market expected to surpass US$31bn by 2026.
Building on more than a decade of success in the UK and following the recent launch of IntraLogisteX USA in Miami, Florida, event organiser Akabo Media is bringing its expertise to the rapidly expanding logistics market in the Middle East and Africa.
Exhibitors
Confirmed exhibitors for the 2025 event include:
SolitAir Holding (Stand 100)
SolitAir is the UAE’s dedicated B2B cargo airline, operating express, daily scheduled airport-to-airport services between Dubai and key trade routes across the Global South. Its services address middle-mile challenges for freight forwarders, integrator airlines and e-commerce platforms.
Click here for recent news from SolitAir!
SAVOYE (Stand 314)
SAVOYE delivers advanced supply chain software, robotics and warehouse automation solutions, supporting digital transformation efforts across global logistics operations.
Click here for an exclusive Q&A with SAVOYE Middle East’s managing director!
Ocado Intelligent Automation (Stand 300)
A division of Ocado Group, Ocado Intelligent Automation (OIA) develops proprietary fulfilment systems for enterprise clients seeking to enhance scalability and operational resilience.
Ocado Intelligent Automation is a platinum sponsor of IntraLogisteX, having also attended the recent exhibitions in the UK and USA events – click here to find out what the company showcased at IntraLogisteX USA in Miami last year!
Zebra Technologies (Stand 310)
Zebra Technologies offers real-time visibility and automation solutions that streamline workflows, enhance productivity and support seamless, end-to-end supply chain operations.
Logistics Manager and Zebra Technologies will come together on 20 May 2025 to bring you a free webinar unveiling Zebra’s highly anticipated 2025 Warehouse Vision Study, exploring the future of warehouse operations, and providing actionable insights to help your organisation stay ahead. Click here to register for free!
Conference Agenda
Alongside the exhibition, IntraLogisteX MEA will feature a comprehensive conference programme across two theatres, with sessions running throughout both days. Speakers include:
Hesham Saad, supply chain development manager, GAC, Ferrero
🕐 12:55–13:20, 27 May | 📍 Logistics Theatre
Session: Continuous improvement in the supply chain
This session will explore the principles of continuous improvement (CI), its role in strengthening supply chain operations, and examples of practical CI applications within FMCG and logistics environments.
Bio: Hesham Saad is an experienced supply chain professional specialising in end-to-end planning, operations and cross-functional project management. With a strong focus on innovation and continuous improvement, he is committed to driving business growth through robust supply chain strategies.
Zakaria Abbas, regional warehouse and logistics controller, Emirates
🕐 10:00–10:25, 28 May | 📍 Logistics Theatre
Session: Integrating ERP and WMS for streamlined logistics operations
Zakaria Abbas will outline strategies for selecting and integrating enterprise resource planning (ERP) and warehouse management systems (WMS), addressing common implementation challenges and maximising operational efficiency.
Bio: With over a decade of global logistics experience, Abbas has led major supply chain projects, including operations for the 2022 FIFA World Cup, with expertise spanning fleet management, inventory optimisation and logistics efficiency.
Panel discussion:
🕐 11:40–12:30, 27 May | 📍 Sustainability Theatre
Session: Promoting gender diversity in leadership and recognising women’s contributions to innovation in logistics
This panel will feature discussions on building inclusive leadership development programmes, highlighting women’s contributions to supply chain innovation, and fostering supportive workplace cultures.
Panellists include:
Heba Abdulla, associate vice president of supply chain, NMC Healthcare
Alena Kavalchuk, supply chain director, ADCOOP, MAIR Group
Hiba Akhtar, supply chain operations director (beverages) and head of sustainability (Pakistan & Afghanistan), PepsiCo
Yasmin Al Enazi, co-founder (UAE chapter) and global ambassador, Women in AI
For the full list of announced speakers, visit the IntraLogisteX MEA website. Follow us on X and LinkedIn for updates on the conference programme.
Register to Attend
Want to find out more about the event? Click here to read the full IntraLogisteX MEA preview within the MEA Special section in the May issue of Logistics Manager!
Supply chain professionals operating in or serving the Middle East and Africa are encouraged to register for this free-to-attend event. IntraLogisteX MEA 2025 offers a unique platform to discover the latest technologies, hear from industry leaders, and connect with peers across the region.
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