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Global Logistics Execs see coming Surge of African Investment

Industry planning for expansion despite concerns about emerging markets risks

Nearly 62% of global logistics professionals say their companies are planning additional or first-time investments in Africa, according to a closely watched yearly industry survey. The survey of 830 logistics executives is part of the 15th annual Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index (https://apo-opa.co/4bD4lSW), a snapshot of industry sentiment and ranking of…

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    • Agility and Education for Employment (EFE) Partner to Deliver artificial intelligence (AI) Training in Egypt
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Agility and Education for Employment (EFE) Partner to Deliver artificial intelligence (AI) Training in Egypt

Course trains refugees and other young jobseekers to use AI tools

Agility (www.Agility.com), a global leader in supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation, announced a partnership with Education for Employment (EFE) (www.EFE.org/) that will offer training in use of artificial intelligence to 3,500 young people in Egypt. The training is intended to familiarize young men and women from underserved populations in Egypt…

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South Africa and UAE are Africa, Middle East Sustainability Leaders

In Africa, Egypt, Morocco, Uganda also perform well in key environmental areas, new report says

South Africa, the United Arab Emirates, Egypt and Saudi Arabia are doing the most to combat climate change in the Middle East and Africa, according to a new report that compares government and business sustainability policies, investment and actions. Download document: (https://apo-opa.co/49FTzKm) The Middle East and Africa Environmental Sustainability Scorecard…

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    • Agility's state-of-the-art, 27,000 SQM Abidjan warehouse is recognized by for energy-efficient design
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Agility Warehouses in Cote d’Ivoire are First in West Africa to Earn International Finance Corp (IFC) ‘Green Building’ Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies (EDGE) Advanced Status

State-of-the-art Abidjan warehouse recognized for energy-efficient design

Agility (www.Agility.com), a supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation company, announced that the warehouses at its Agility Logistics Park in Abidjan are the first in Cote d’Ivoire and West Africa to receive EDGE Advanced certification as green buildings. EDGE (Excellence in Design for Greater Efficiencies) is the global standard for energy-efficient…

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    • Agility's 295,000 SQM logistics park conveniently located on Maputo’s Ring Road and features international-standard warehousing
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Logistics Leader DSV to Operate from Agility Logistics Park - Maputo

DSV chooses the Agility warehouse park as most efficient option in Mozambique

DSV, one of the world’s largest freight and logistics providers, has chosen the Agility Logistics Park (www.Agility.com) in Mozambique as the location where it will manage storage and distribution for a global beverage customer . The Agility park is the leading warehouse facility in Mozambique’s capital, Maputo.  DSV has leased…

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    • Logistics Execs See 2023 Recession as “Likely” or “Certain”
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Logistics Execs See 2023 Recession as “Likely” or “Certain”

Most still committed to net-zero, emerging markets plans despite bleak outlook

Nearly 70% of global logistics executives say they are bracing for recession amid higher costs, slowing demand, and ongoing supply chain disruption arising from China’s battle to contain COVID, Russia’s war in Ukraine, and the impact of climate change.     Ninety percent of the 750 industry professionals surveyed for the…

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Egypt Taps Agility to Modernize Suez Canal Economic Zone Customs, Operations

The agreement with Agility was signed during the Egyptian-Kuwaiti Economic Forum in the presence of Walid Gamal El-Din, Chairman of the Suez Canal Economic Zone (SCZONE), and Tarek Sultan, Vice Chairman of Agility

Deal announced during Egyptian – Kuwaiti Economic Forum; Suez Canal Economic Zone signs contract with Agility (www.Agility.com) to develop and operate customs solution; Agility to invest USD 60 million to establish logistics and customs center to serve businesses covering 100,000 SQM in Ein Sokhna and East Port Said; SCZONE Chairman Walid…

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Agility Completes £763 Million Acquisition of Menzies Aviation

Deal creates the world’s largest aviation services provider

Agility (www.Agility.com), a supply chain services, infrastructure and innovation company, announced that it has finalized its acquisition of UK-based John Menzies PLC (www.MenziesAviation.com) and will combine the business with its National Aviation Services (NAS) (www.NAS.aero) business to create a world leader in aviation services in 58 countries. Once integrated, the…

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Emerging Markets Rankings Show African Gains in Digital Readiness

Sub-Saharan countries embracing digital economy to boost competitiveness

Leading African economies that have struggled to improve their infrastructure, business conditions and overall competitiveness are generally performing better against other emerging markets in areas that measure their digital skills and sustainability. That’s one of the findings of the 2022 Agility Emerging Markets Logistics Index (https://bit.ly/3uzQjyo), a ranking of the…

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Agility, International Rescue Committee to Train Youth in Côte d’Ivoire

IRC will train 380 young people at Agility Logistics Park in Abidjan

Agility (www.Agility.com), a leader in supply chain services, innovation and investment, and the International Rescue Committee (IRC), an organization that provides emergency aid and long-term assistance to populations affected by conflict and other catastrophes, have partnered to provide entrepreneurship and life skills training to youth in Côte d’Ivoire. As part…