Jebel Ali Free Zone, widely known as Jafza, is further strengthening its position as one of the region’s leading logistics and trade hubs with the development of a new Hellmann-INDU automotive logistics facility in Dubai. The new hub is expected to enhance automotive spare parts distribution across the GCC, Africa, and wider international markets.
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics and INDU Group have broken ground on the new facility inside Jafza, marking another major step in the free zone’s ongoing expansion as a centre for specialised automotive supply chains. The project reflects the growing demand for faster, more reliable, and more resilient logistics solutions in the automotive sector.
New 300,000 Sq. Ft. Automotive Logistics Facility in Jafza
The new Jafza automotive logistics hub will span nearly 300,000 sq. ft. and will be designed to serve logistics for the full automotive spare parts. The facility will include high density bin storage, pallet racking and dedicated handling areas for oversized and bulky parts.
The combination of storage and handling capabilities will enable the hub to facilitate high-volume distribution, as well as increase efficiency for automotive companies operating in multiple regional and international markets.
The facility is being developed by INDU Logistics, a division of INDU Group, and will be a dedicated automotive hub in Hellmann Worldwide Logistics’ Middle East network.
Dubai’s role in automotive supply chains to be strengthened
The new Hellmann-INDU facility highlights Jafza’s growing importance in the automotive and spare parts industry. Located next to Jebel Ali Port, Jafza provides companies with direct access to one of the world’s busiest trade gateways and excellent multimodal connectivity by sea, road, and air routes.
This strategic location enables businesses in Jafza to access major markets in the Middle East, Africa, Asia and Europe. This connectivity is particularly important for automotive companies as supply chains become more complex and time sensitive.
The addition of the Hellmann-INDU logistics hub is expected to further facilitate companies requiring a specialised infrastructure to store, handle and distribute spare parts regionally.
Helping to Speed up Distribution of Spare Parts Across the GCC and Africa
Automotive parts distribution needs to be fast, accurate, and supported by strong inventory management. Delivery delays can affect dealerships, repair centers, fleet operators, and end customers. The new facility aims to solve these issues with scalable logistics infrastructure in one of Dubai’s best-connected free zones.
The hub will support distribution across the GCC, Africa, and other global markets. It also meets rising demand for reliable automotive logistics as companies strengthen supply chain resilience.
Jafza continues to invest in specialized automotive logistics infrastructure. As a result, it aims to become a preferred hub for regional and global spare parts trade.
Jafza’s Growing Automotive and Logistics Ecosystem
Jafza is already home to many automotive, logistics, and trading companies. Its integrated infrastructure, customs-bonded environment, and proximity to Jebel Ali Port support regional and international trade.
The new Hellmann-INDU logistics hub adds further depth to this ecosystem. It also supports Dubai’s ambition to remain a global trade and logistics centre. This is especially important for high-value industries such as automotive, mobility, manufacturing, and spare parts distribution.
As more companies seek reliable hubs for regional expansion, Jafza continues to attract global logistics providers and industrial groups.
Industry Leaders Highlight Strategic Importance of the UAE
Hellmann Worldwide Logistics has described the UAE as a strategically important market within its global network. The company’s new automotive hub in Jafza is expected to expand its regional capabilities and provide industry-focused infrastructure for customers across the Middle East and surrounding markets.
DP World also highlighted that the investment reflects the rapid pace of growth in the Middle East’s automotive industry. Demand for quicker access to critical spare parts is growing and specialised logistics infrastructure in Dubai will be key to keeping supply chains moving.
A Major Boost for automotive logistics in Dubai
The Hellmann-INDU automotive logistics hub strengthens Jafza’s role as a key gateway for regional and global trade. Its advanced infrastructure, direct port access, and strong logistics ecosystem make it attractive to companies expanding across the GCC, Africa, and beyond.
As automotive supply chains become more demanding, facilities like this will play a key role. They can support faster distribution, better inventory control, and more resilient trade flows.
The new Jafza automotive logistics hub is a major addition to Dubai’s free zone landscape. It also signals continued growth in the region’s automotive and spare parts sector.
