DP World’s Jebel Ali Free Zone welcomes 12,000 sqm SumeaWorld logistics hub

UAE – Sumea, a Dubai-headquartered international sourcing, procurement and supply chain group, has announced the opening of SumeaWorld, a 12,000-square-metre global trade hub in DP World’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza).

Founded in Congo as a consumer-goods business, Sumea has evolved into an international sourcing and supply chain group supported by a network of over 300 suppliers, including global brands and leading OEM manufacturers.

The facility, secured on a 20-year commitment, will serve as Sumea’s regional headquarters and central logistics platform, enabling customers and business partners to source, consolidate and re-export products across more than 75 countries from a single integrated hub in Dubai.

Strategic Vision and Global Connectivity

On the strategic move, Managing Director Dhirraj Tilani said SumeaWorld was the natural next step in the group’s journey. “Dubai has given us the platform to connect sourcing, supply and distribution on a global scale, and SumeaWorld brings all of that together in one place. It is a faster, smarter and more connected way for our partners to move their products to the markets that need them,” he stated.

Furthermore, the hub leverages Dubai’s strategic location to connect a network of over 300 international suppliers with emerging markets in Africa, Asia, and the Middle East.

Jebel Ali Free Zone and Supply Chain Integration

Ebtesam Alkaabi, the Senior Vice President, Sales, Jafza, pointed out that Sumea’s 20-year commitment reflects the kind of long-term confidence that shapes Jafza’s growth. “For businesses managing multi-market sourcing and distribution, having a partner of this scale operating from within the free zone strengthens the wider ecosystem they can plug into. It reinforces Jafza’s role as a base from which companies build resilient operations across Africa, Asia and the Middle East,” he added.

This new facility serves as a centralized logistics platform that integrates global procurement, warehousing, and distribution services under a single roof.

In addition, the facility’s integration within Jafza provides seamless access to DP World’s global logistics network, including Jebel Ali Port, one of the world’s busiest container ports.

Finally, the project reinforces the region’s role as a vital infrastructure link for businesses seeking resilient and efficient supply chain operations.

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