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5/9/24, 1:41 PM Emaar, The Economic City signs agreement with Aramex to advance logistics sustainability in KAEC - Middle East Business News …
The agreement further includes numerous provisions, all of which are aimed at paving the way
for green logistics within KAEC, emphasising its commitment to fostering innovation and

sustainability. It provides numerous benefits for all the stakeholders involved, including
improved environmental sustainability and enhanced logistical capabilities. The first multi-

compartment robot used for logistics operations, custom-designed by Aramex through the
support of its partner Ottonomy, allows for multiple deliveries per trip, thus optimizing overall

operations and paving the way for cheaper delivery costs. Moreover, robot deliveries follow
optimal routes, avoid traffic and manoeuvre through congested urban areas with minimal

disruption, significantly improving delivery speed and efficiency. In addition, since Bots are
electrically powered and emit zero emissions, their integration would substantially lower
carbon footprints. Through the flexibility of scaling up and down the Bot fleet, it can

additionally adapt to both peak and off-peak seasons. It also complies with traffic regulations
with the use of advanced sensors and algorithms to efficiently identify obstructions and

prevent collisions.

Mansour Al-Salem, Managing Director of Emaar, The Economic City, said: “We are pleased to
sign this agreement with Aramex, a leading courier firm in the Middle East. We are confident

that this strategic alliance will contribute to achieving the goals of the Saudi Vision 2030,
which serves as a blueprint for fostering sustainability and innovation. Furthermore, this

agreement marks a significant stride towards advancing green logistics within KAEC as well as
reflects our steadfast commitment to reducing environmental impact and fostering

sustainability. We seek to implement a variety of eco-friendly logistics solutions under this
agreement, particularly Bot deliveries, which would be implemented for the first time in KSA.”

KAEC, places a high priority on reducing waste, leveraging green technologies and minimising
carbon emissions. Shipping and transportation both contribute to pollution and environmental

harm, and sustainable logistics help mitigate these effects. Utilising eco-friendly fuels,
following better routes and using cleaner vehicles, in line with Saudi Arabia’s Vision 2030, will

assist in this mission. Bot deliveries by Aramex minimise carbon footprints as they operate
entirely on electricity and produce zero emissions.

Abdulaziz Abdullah Al Nowaiser, General Manager of Aramex, said: “We are keen to provide

our eco-friendly solutions, paving the way for sustainable logistics in KAEC, as part of our
strategic alliance with Emaar and The Economic City. We at Aramex are dedicated to

promoting innovation and implementing eco-friendly solutions that improve our logistical
capabilities and reduce the impact of our operations on the environment. We aim to employ
these capabilities, along with our cutting-edge solutions, to support KAEC’s objective of

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