Global, regional, local brands will use new 15,000sqm center to manage e-commerce orders, delivery across GCC
Shipa, the digital logistics and e-commerce arm of Agility, recently announced the opening of a sophisticated e-Fulfillment Centre in Kuwait.
Shipa’s 15,000 SQM e-fulfillment center gives merchants and brands the infrastructure and services they need to capitalize on the explosive growth in e-commerce and online sales across Kuwait and the GCC.
Strategically located in Sulaibiya, near the country’s major transportation links, the facility contains 12,000 pallet positions and 30,000 bin locations. It leverages the operational expertise of Agility, a leading global logistics provider, and the integration technology of Shipa’s last-mile delivery network, serving GCC markets.
“The ecommerce ecosystem in Kuwait is getting stronger every day. We are determined to help these businesses, including local small and medium-sized businesses, accelerate their growth,” commented Henadi Al-Saleh, Chairperson, Agility.
The Shipa facility offers non-bonded, racked and bulk storage; inbound air and ocean stock replenishment; pick-and-pack services; customer technology integration and APIs; local and international returns services; and integration with cross-border and last-mile transportation.
The facility also has temperature-controlled storage, including dry and refrigerated storage. Shipa adheres to rigorous Quality Health Safety, Security and Environment (QHSSE) standards.
“E-commerce growth in Kuwait will be boosted by the right infrastructure and technology, including dedicated warehousing, fulfillment space and capacity. Merchants and brands have asked Shipa to help them tackle that challenge,” remarked Shipa Delivery CEO Borhene Ben Mena. “
Shipa’s value-added services include e-fulfillment solutions scalable for all GCC markets, including access to more than 1.2mn sqm of GCC warehousing, customs brokerage, express bonded road services, and delivery options that include COD, pre-paid and payment-at-door.
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