Business expansion of Al Sharqi Shipping into Kenya and Uganda supported by Dubai Chamber of Commerce
Al Sharqi Shipping, a Dubai-based company specializing in supply chain management, freight forwarding, and cargo consolidation, has announced its expansion into Kenya and Uganda. This strategic move is part of the company's broader aim to diversify and expand across emerging markets in Africa.
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has played a pivotal role in facilitating this expansion. The Chamber's office in Kenya was instrumental in supplying valuable market insights, connecting Al Sharqi Shipping with local partners, and advising on navigating complex legal and regulatory environments. This practical guidance has enabled Al Sharqi Shipping to establish operations and extend its logistics services in East Africa.
Salem Al Shamsi, Vice President of International Relations at Dubai Chambers, commented on the expansion, saying, "We are pleased to see one of our local companies, Al Sharqi Shipping, successfully enter and grow in the Kenyan and Ugandan logistics markets. Our role is to facilitate such expansions, providing market intelligence, strategic connections, and guidance on regulatory and administrative compliance."
Kashif Rafiq, CEO of Al Sharqi Shipping, also expressed his gratitude, saying, "The Dubai Chamber of Commerce has been a valuable partner in our expansion into Kenya and Uganda. Their support, which includes market intelligence, sectoral insights, and strategic connections, has been instrumental in our successful entry into these markets."
Beyond direct support to companies, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce under the broader Dubai Chambers framework promotes Dubai’s competitive advantages and drives international business growth. This is achieved by maintaining a network of global representative offices that not only attract foreign investors but also support Dubai-based businesses in their international expansion efforts. These offices offer access to market data, strategic partner identification, and organise trade missions and business forums to foster international relationships.
The Dubai Chamber of Commerce also leverages trade agreements such as the UAE-Kenya CEPA to enhance business opportunities. This comprehensive support model has been instrumental in helping Al Sharqi Shipping to strategically enter and grow their presence in the Kenyan and Ugandan logistics markets.
In addition to Al Sharqi Shipping, the Dubai Chamber of Commerce continues to support other Dubai-based companies, offering market insights, sectoral intelligence, and strategic connections as they seek to expand into high-potential global markets.
