Dubai Commerce Body Endorses Al Sharqi Shipping's Growth into Kenya and Uganda
Al Sharqi Shipping Expands into Kenya and Uganda with Dubai Chamber's Support
Dubai-based logistics company, Al Sharqi Shipping, has announced its expansion into Kenya and Uganda, marking a significant step in its growth strategy to access high-potential global markets. This move is facilitated by the Dubai Chamber of Commerce, which plays a crucial role in helping Dubai-based companies expand internationally.
Al Sharqi Shipping, specialising in supply chain management, freight forwarding, and cargo consolidation, has been supported by the Dubai Chamber in its expansion. The Chamber's Kenya office has been instrumental in this process, offering valuable market intelligence, guidance on regulatory and legal requirements, and connecting the company with key local partners.
Established in 1989, Al Sharqi Shipping is now leveraging the UAE-Kenya Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA) to strengthen regional ties and contribute to Dubai's broader trade ambitions.
The Dubai Chamber offers a range of services to support businesses like Al Sharqi Shipping. It provides in-depth market and sectoral intelligence to understand foreign markets, practical guidance on doing business abroad, connections with strategic partners for partnership formation and business development, and organises trade missions and business forums to explore opportunities and build networks. The Chamber also promotes Dubai's competitive advantages to help global growth of local companies.
Kashif Rafiq, CEO of Al Sharqi Shipping, expressed his gratitude for the Dubai Chamber's support, saying, "The Dubai Chamber has been invaluable in helping us navigate the complexities of entering new markets. Their guidance and connections have been crucial in our successful expansion into Kenya and Uganda."
Salem Al Shamsi, Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, added, "We are proud to support Dubai-based companies like Al Sharqi Shipping in their international expansion. Our global network of offices allows us to provide tailored support to companies looking to grow in emerging markets."
The expansion of Al Sharqi Shipping into Kenya and Uganda is part of the company's strategy to diversify into key emerging markets. Services offered in these African markets will include customs clearance and investment in local trucking infrastructure.
This expansion reinforces Dubai's role as a hub for enabling local companies to access high-potential global markets. The Dubai Chamber continues to support Dubai-based companies, offering market insights, sectoral intelligence, and strategic connections to help them succeed in emerging markets.
- Al Sharqi Shipping, supported by the Dubai Chamber, is now offering services such as customs clearance and investing in local trucking infrastructure to facilitate trade and expand business opportunities in Kenya and Uganda.
- Leveraging the UAE-Kenya Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement, Al Sharqi Shipping is utilizing its expertise in finance, business, and technology to strengthen regional ties and contribute to Dubai's broader trade ambitions.
- The Dubai Chamber offers various resources, including market and sectoral intelligence, practical guidance on doing business abroad, and connections with strategic partners, to help Arabesque Shipping and other businesses thrive in emerging markets like Kenya and Uganda.
