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3/19/25, 2:01 PM Zelostech’s fully electric delivery vehicle wins DHL’s startup challenge in the Middle East & Africa
to foster their business growth and development. Additionally, Zelostech will receive a Proof of Concept
opportunity with DHL or Dubai South for a suitable solution fit.

The Fast Forward Challenge MEA 2025 is organized by DHL Customer Solutions & Innovation in
partnership with Investopia, PwC Middle East, Dubai South, Logistics Middle East, the tech startup

AHOY and various prominent startup business supporters.

“It was a pleasure to host the final round of DHL’s Fast Forward Challenge during the 4th edition of
Investopia. This challenge brought together an outstanding group of innovators and entrepreneurs
redefining logistics and supply chain – an industry at the core of the new economy, which is the very

essence of Investopia. We were also delighted to have DHL as one of Investopia’s Contributing Partners
this year, and I am confident that this marks the beginning of a series of fruitful collaborations in the UAE
and beyond,” said David Tabet, Chief Operating Officer of Investopia.

Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District at Dubai South, said: “We are proud to be part of such an
innovative program that continues to evolve and improve year after year. The logistics industry is ever-

changing, and participants are showcasing groundbreaking ideas that promise a strong future for the
sector. At Dubai South, we remain committed to supporting initiatives that drive the advancement of
logistics, further cementing the emirate’s position as a global logistics hub.”

"We congratulate Zelostech on winning this year's Fast Forward Challenge. As we celebrate our fourth

consecutive year partnering with this program, we recognize the strong contributions of startups
participating," says Dominik Baumeister, Partner, Global Transport & Logistics Lead, at PwC Middle
East. “Innovative solutions are part of PwC Middle East’s strategy, and through this partnership, we have
consistently seen real and tangible impact on the logistics landscape. We look forward to continued
progress in shaping the industry's transformation in the Middle East.”

“Big congratulations to Zelostech on winning DHL’s Fast Forward Challenge; you made us proud with
your innovative approach to logistics. Your startup exemplifies the spirit of transformation that this
industry so urgently needs. Initiatives like the Fast Forward Challenge encourage groundbreaking
solutions to problems affecting everyday life, a mission we stand behind at AHOY. Every candidate

presented a solution that shows their drive to innovate, and AHOY is proud of each and every one of
you”, said Jamil Shinawi, Co-founder and CEO of AHOY.

For more information on the Fast Forward Challenge MEA 2025, visit Fast Forward Challenge MEA
2025 Global (dhl.com).

BPG Group

Sara Seggari
DHLforwarding@bpggroup.com
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