AWOT Global Logistics Opens Regional Headquarters At Dubai Airport Freezone, Dubai

Dubai Airport Freezone has become the new regional base for AWOT Global Logistics Corporation, which inaugurated its headquarters there to run operations across the Middle East, Africa, and Europe. The step highlights AWOT’s confidence in Dubai’s business climate, infrastructure, and logistics capabilities, and it further supports the emirate’s role as a central hub for global trade and supply chains.

The inaugural event brought together senior representatives from both organisations. The new headquarters was opened by Arif Al Khouri, Senior Vice President of Customer Services at Dubai Airport Freezone, and Chris Yang, General Manager of AWOT MENA Region. They were joined by David Lee, Chief Operating Officer, Kenny Li, Chief Commercial Officer, Sophia Zeng, VP Overseas Units, and Kai Zhang, Sales Director from AWOT Corporation.

The launch underscores the strategic weight of this investment for AWOT’s regional expansion plans and Dubai’s logistics agenda. The new base will coordinate AWOT’s growing activity in key markets while strengthening Dubai’s position as a link between Asia, the Middle East, Africa, Europe, and other international destinations through efficient supply chain operations.

Dubai Airport Freezone is using this step to reinforce its strategy of attracting global logistics companies that focus on advanced services and smart supply chains. The free zone aims to provide an integrated business setting with streamlined processes, infrastructure near Dubai International Airport, and access to regional and global markets, supporting international trade growth.

Commenting on the opening, Arif Al Khouri said, "The opening of AWOT’s regional headquarters at Dubai Airport Freezone reflects the confidence that major global companies place in Dubai and reaffirms the emirate’s ability to provide an integrated business environment that supports expansion and sustainable growth. This step aligns with our efforts to consolidate Dubai’s position as a global hub for supply chains and logistics services, contributing to the objectives of the Dubai Economic Agenda D33, which aims to double the size of Dubai’s economy and position it among the world’s top three global cities."

Al Khouri also highlighted the operational benefits that the free zone aims to deliver for AWOT. Al Khouri added, "At Dubai Airport Freezone, we are committed to leveraging our advanced infrastructure and strategic location in close proximity to Dubai International Airport to support the company’s global operations and enable it to manage supply chains with high efficiency, in line with the rapid growth of regional and global trade movements."

Dubai Airport Freezone logistics hub supporting AWOT operations

From the new headquarters, AWOT will oversee a broad portfolio of logistics activities that include air, sea, and land freight, as well as cross-border transportation and project logistics management. The Dubai base will also coordinate AWOT’s regional and global partnerships, helping align its services with customer needs and market trends across different sectors.

Dubai Airport Freezone will integrate AWOT into its existing ecosystem that links logistics providers, customs authorities, clearance agents, and distribution partners. This network is designed to improve operational speed and flexibility, support efficient customs handling, and enable AWOT to offer tailored and responsive solutions across varied regional supply chains.

AWOT’s digital capabilities are planned to play a central role in operations run from Dubai. The company intends to deploy cloud-based platforms, advanced tracking tools, and analytics systems through the regional office. These tools are expected to sharpen monitoring, reduce delays, and create additional value for customers that manage complex supply chains across several continents.

Chris Yang underlined the importance of the new base in the group’s wider growth strategy. Yang said, "The opening of our regional headquarters at Dubai Airport Freezone represents a pivotal milestone and a clear strategic commitment in AWOT’s regional and global expansion journey. By establishing our presence here, we are positioning ourselves closer to our customers, closer to opportunity, while reinforcing our long-term commitment. Dubai provides an ideal platform to lead and scale our integrated logistics solutions, thanks to its advanced logistics infrastructure, ease of doing business, and its strategic location connecting key global markets".

Headquartered in China, AWOT has more than 1,500 employees and runs 55 self-operated locations across China, Hong Kong, and Southeast Asia, along with a presence in North America and Europe. The company also works with over 300 partner agents in more than 100 countries, giving it broad access to major global trade corridors and logistics routes.

AWOT is ranked among the world’s top 10 air freight companies, holding 9th place globally in the 2025 ranking by Armstrong & Associates. Its operations include more than 1,800 exclusive charter flights from Asia to the USA, Latin America, Europe, the Middle East, and within Asia, handling around 780,000 metric tonnes of air cargo.

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The company has built long-standing relationships with leading technology and industrial corporations, as well as major international airlines and maritime shipping companies. These partnerships help AWOT deliver integrated logistics services with an emphasis on reliability and efficiency across its network, which now includes Dubai as a regional command centre.

Dubai Airport Freezone plans to support AWOT’s future growth within the zone through continued technical and institutional backing. The free zone will focus on easing regulatory and customs procedures and deepening AWOT’s links with other partners in Dubai’s business landscape, while AWOT brings its international experience and network to further support the development of Dubai’s logistics ecosystem.

The establishment of AWOT’s regional headquarters at Dubai Airport Freezone strengthens Dubai’s role as a strategic gateway between Asia and global markets. It also gives AWOT a central base to manage regional freight and logistics operations, roll out digital solutions, and explore future expansion with partners, aligning with broader economic and trade objectives for the emirate.

With inputs from WAM