Expeditors in the Middle East, Africa, & India
Expeditors expanded into the Middle East in 1991, opening its first office in Kuwait and placing representatives in Dubai, marking a pivotal moment in the company’s global growth. Today, Dubai serves as the headquarters for the Middle East, Africa, and India region, which is one defined by diverse markets, strategic trade corridors, and rapidly evolving supply chain ecosystems.
Country Spotlights
From the United Arab Emirates' role as a global logistics gateway to India’s vast manufacturing ecosystem and Saudi Arabia’s rapidly modernizing trade networks, Expeditors delivers tailored solutions that reflect the unique strengths and ambitions of each market. These countries are reshaping regional connectivity and driving forward the future of global commerce.
The United Arab Emirates
The United Arab Emirates is home to Expeditors’ regional headquarters in Dubai, a strategic hub connecting the Middle East, Africa, and the Indian region. With over 25 years of regional expertise and a state-of-the-art facility in Dubai World Central, Expeditors offers customs-compliant warehousing, brokerage, and distribution. The Dubai hub supports e-commerce, temperature-controlled logistics, and cross-border trucking, all powered by sustainable practices and 24/7 operations. Its location enables rapid access to key markets and streamlined supply chain execution.
Our Dubai Overview
India
India is one of Expeditors’ most expansive markets, with 25 offices, over 1,200 employees, and a headquarters in New Delhi. The country’s vast manufacturing base and export strength are supported by various transportation options, including 11 consolidation hubs, 1.1 million square feet of warehousing, and certified customs operations across major ports and airports. Expeditors in India leads in ocean exports to the U.S. and offers specialized services to manage your trade functions. Our capabilities drive flexible and regulation-ready supply chains across the subcontinent.
Watch Our India Overview
Saudi Arabia
Saudi Arabia is the Middle East’s largest economy and a rising logistics powerhouse, strategically positioned between Asia, Africa, and Europe. Expeditors operates full-service offices in Jeddah, Riyadh, and Dammam, supported by 13 distribution facilities and an in-house customs brokerage license. With bonded zone capabilities at Jeddah Islamic Port and coverage of all major ports, airports, and borders, Expeditors in Saudi Arabia allows for seamless operations. As the Kingdom accelerates its infrastructure development under Vision 2030, Expeditors is well-positioned to support its evolving trade ambitions.
Our Saudi Arabia OverviewFeatured Industries Driving Growth
Minimizing Downtime with Time-Critical Solutions
The MAIR region is experiencing rapid growth in the aviation sector, with the emergence of new airlines, airport hubs, and a rise in passenger and cargo traffic. We offer time-critical logistics for aircraft parts and AOG services, ensuring that maintenance and repairs are completed efficiently to minimize downtime.
View the case study below to learn more about how we handled a critical shipment for the Indian military.
Handling Complex Shipments from Exploration to Production
As a hub for global energy resources, the MAIR region is a powerhouse for oil & gas, as well as renewable energy. We provide expert project cargo and specialized transport solutions to handle oversized and complex shipments, supporting the full lifecycle of energy projects from exploration to production.
Securing Critical Goods for an Expanding Market
The healthcare sector is expanding across the MAIR region, driven by growing populations and increased investment in medical infrastructure. We offer secure, compliant, and temperature-controlled logistics for pharmaceuticals and medical equipment, ensuring the protection of product integrity of critical goods.
View the flyer below to learn more about our temperature-controlled facility in Mumbai.
Solutions Tailored for Success
Warehousing & Distribution
Warehousing facilities across the region support regional and international supply chains with scalable solutions tailored to diverse industries. These services help overcome infrastructure challenges and enable faster delivery to meet the demands of growing retail markets.
Discover how our team can help you enhance operational efficiency and accuracy.
Project Cargo
Industries such as energy, mining, and construction rely on Project Cargo services to move critical assets safely and efficiently. With tailored logistics and regulatory expertise, these solutions help drive progress in complex environments.
Learn how our team handles over-dimensional cargo.
Ocean
Ocean freight plays a vital role in supporting manufacturing and retail industries by offering FCL, LCL, and consolidation services. Reliable access to global markets ensures supply chain continuity and cost-efficiency across long-haul routes.
Discover outbound services from Dubai’s global gateway.
Total Container Management
Industries such as manufacturing, retail, and energy rely on Total Container Management to manage container movements across complex port environments. With coordinated oversight and risk mitigation, these services reduce detention costs and improve operational efficiency in high-traffic trade lanes.
Discover efficient cargo handling through container management.