APL Logistics, an innovative provider of international supply chain solutions, has launched its flow center operations within Dubai Logistics City's (DLC) international free trade zone.

The business is one of the first logistics providers to pioneer the use of the DLC which has been created to maximize Dubai's position as a regional trading location, with around 60% of the Middle East's imports transiting its borders.

APL Logistics' flow center model focuses on enhancing the speed and reliability of product movement by linking specialized multi-country consolidation, distribution and other value-added services with international
transportation networks.

The operations are based in one of the largest, state-of-the-art facilities in the DLC and can access a scalable capacity of up to 25,000 square meters and 26,585 pallet positions due to its partnership agreement with the Dubai-based facility owner, RSA Logistics DWC LLC. In line with demand, the center
can be expanded to 40,000 sq m to provide APL Logistics with the flexibility to create fully customized consolidation and distribution services to a range of customer segments.

The strategic location of the facility enables APL Logistics to fully leverage its own seamless domestic and international sea-air-road distribution systems.

The facility is adjacent to a number of light manufacturing sites and is close to Dubai's air cargo terminal, Jebel Ali Port and road transportation links. The result is faster product movement throughout supply chain operations to achieve greater cost reductions.