Emirates Logistics Expands into Kenya's Tatu City Free Trade Zone

Emirates Logistics, a prominent provider of supply chain and logistics services across the Middle East, Africa, and Asia, has announced its expansion into Kenya. The company plans to establish a state-of-the-art facility within the Tatu City Free Trade Zone, a leading urban development located just 30 minutes from Nairobi, the capital city of Kenya. This new facility is expected to bolster the growth of Emirates Logistics' renowned clientele throughout sub-Saharan Africa.

In a statement regarding the expansion, Emirates Logistics emphasized its commitment to enhancing its presence in Kenya and expanding its global reach through comprehensive logistics services. The new facility is designed to provide flexible, seamless, and customized logistics solutions tailored to meet the needs of both existing and prospective clients. By situating this facility in the heart of Kenya's economic hub, Emirates Logistics aims to facilitate efficient operations and customer success.

The construction of the new facility is set to commence later this year, further extending Emirates Logistics' global footprint across 15 countries, while enhancing its extensive network of offices and representatives. With over two decades of experience in international markets, the company operates its own warehouses, offices, and transport fleets in various countries, including the United Arab Emirates, Saudi Arabia, Oman, Bahrain, Egypt, Morocco, Algeria, the Ivory Coast, South Africa, Kenya, Tanzania, Pakistan, India, Bangladesh, and Malaysia.

Tatu City has welcomed Emirates Logistics, highlighting the conducive business environment that the company will benefit from. It is noted that Tatu City specializes in attracting foreign direct investments to Kenya. The zone offers a well-developed infrastructure along with essential services and amenities that global investors, such as Emirates Logistics, require. These include residential options, retail spaces, educational institutions, parks, and recreational facilities.

As Africa's largest urban developer, Rendeavour is behind Tatu City, having initiated projects worth over $5 billion across the continent. The company's urban development initiatives in nations like Ghana, Nigeria, Kenya, Zambia, and the Democratic Republic of Congo have successfully created safe and predictable environments for individuals and businesses. Currently, Tatu City hosts over 200 businesses, provides accommodation for over 6,000 students, and includes 10,000 housing units catering to various income levels, some of which are already completed while others are under construction.

Tatu City, the flagship project of Rendeavour in Kenya, sees a daily influx of 25,000 individuals who live, work, and study within this thriving community. The area is home to more than 100 businesses, including well-known names such as Heineken, Cold Solutions, CCI Global, Dormans, FullCare, Kärcher, and others.

Companies establishing operations within the Tatu City Free Trade Zone enjoy a range of incentives, including a reduced corporate tax rate of 10% for the first decade and 15% for the subsequent ten years, compared to the standard rate of 30%. Additional benefits include exemptions from value-added tax on goods and services, as well as waivers on import duties and stamp taxes.