Dubai South and Toll Group break ground on state-of-the-art logistics facility
Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics, and real estate, has joined hands with Toll Group, a global logistics leader and majority owner of CWT-SML Logistics, to break ground on a new state-of-the-art distribution centre in Dubai South’s Logistics District.
The 25,000-square-metre facility will include a warehouse, mezzanine, and office spaces, with a storage capacity of 30,644 pallets. Designed with flexibility in mind, it will feature a general palletised cargo area divided into four separate chambers, which can be customised to meet customer requirements. The facility will also offer temperature-controlled chambers with VNA racking and is being developed to meet LEED Silver Certification standards, showcasing the company’s commitment to sustainable building practices.
Expected to be completed by August 2026, the distribution centre will serve as a strategic hub for the MENA region. It will provide a comprehensive range of logistics solutions, including third-party logistics (3PL) services, inbound and outbound stock handling, value-added services (VAS), and local as well as cross-border transportation.
Commenting on the milestone, Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District at Dubai South, said:
“We are delighted to mark this milestone with Toll Group, whose investment reflects the confidence that leading global players have in Dubai South’s Logistics District. This facility will not only enhance the capacity and efficiency of the sector but also contribute to Dubai’s vision of being the world’s most connected and sustainable logistics hub.”
Suhail Qureshi, Chairman of the CWT-SML Board, added:
“The new facility embodies the vision and drive that have propelled CWT-SML to the forefront of the region’s logistics sector. With our unwavering focus on customers and sustainability, we are delighted to enhance our support further for clients as they grow and thrive across MENA.”
With more than 130 years of experience and 14,000 team members, Toll Group operates across 30 markets and supports over 20,000 customers worldwide through 300 sites and a forwarding network spanning 140 countries.
Dubai South’s Logistics District continues to strengthen its position as a premier logistics hub by providing access to Jebel Ali Port via a bonded corridor, as well as proximity to Al Maktoum International Airport’s cargo terminals. It also hosts EZDubai, a dedicated e-commerce free zone, and a Contract Logistics Zone, ensuring an integrated ecosystem for global and regional logistics players.
