Dubai: AD Ports Group today announced a strategic partnership agreement signed between its digital arm, Maqta Technologies Group, and the Indra Group to explore opportunities for jointly offering digitalisation services and solutions for ports, logistics, and trade across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa.
According to Emirates News Agency, the agreement outlines that Maqta Technologies Group and Indra Group will collaborate and leverage their technical expertise to develop solutions for smart ports and trade digitalisation. This includes Port Community Systems (PCS), port, maritime, and logistics Single Windows, as well as solutions to enhance the logistics chain's efficiency and sustainability.
Additionally, they will focus on port, multi-modal terminal, and border management systems, as well as other smart mobility solutions, which will enhance the market offerings of both companies.
Dr. Noura Al Dhaheri, CEO of Maqta Technologies Group and Digital Cluster - AD Ports Group, stated that the partnerships aim to fast-track international ambitions by unlocking opportunities of mutual success and growth through innovation and sustainability. This agreement with Indra is seen as a gateway to Europe and Africa, offering a competitive advantage with Maqta Technologies' expertise in seamless digital transformation of trade and logistics processes.
ngel Escribano, Executive Chairman of Indra Group, highlighted that the agreement marks a significant step in Indra's international growth strategy, particularly in its Mobility business. Indra will provide its expertise in port technology, which is already deployed in over 70 ports worldwide, while benefiting from Maqta Technologies' access to high-potential regional markets from the UAE.
Both sides emphasised the importance of this partnership in driving international growth and delivering competitive advantages through seamless digital transformation. This agreement not only strengthens their market offerings but also opens new opportunities for mutual success and growth in high-potential regional markets.