Dark Blue Shipping strengthens global reach with major JAFZA expansion

WISE NEWS PRESS / DUBAI, UAE — Nov. 22, 2025

Dark Blue Shipping (DBS) has significantly expanded its operational capacity with the opening of a new 20,000-square-meter facility in the Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) and strategic market entries into Turkey and Oman.

This expansion marks a major milestone for the Dubai-based logistics firm, transforming it from a local transport provider into a key player in the global supply chain network connecting the GCC, Europe, and Asia.

Rapid infrastructure growth

Founded in 2016 on Sheikh Zayed Road with a modest three-person team and a fleet of just three trucks, DBS has undergone aggressive growth over the last decade. By early 2024, the company inaugurated its new JAFZA branch, which features a combined open and closed storage area of 20,000 square meters.

This development follows the 2022 opening of a Dubai Customs-approved warehouse in Jebel Ali. The company’s transport division has also seen substantial upgrades; as of 2023, the fleet had expanded to include over 10 vehicles and 20 trailers, supporting a robust distribution network.

"Our almost flawless customs clearance success reflects our passionate commitment to excellence," the company stated regarding its operational standards.

Strategic regional expansion

DBS has moved beyond the borders of the UAE to establish a physical presence in key trade corridors. The company now operates established branches in Oman and Turkey, facilitating seamless cross-border logistics.

The leadership team driving this regional expansion includes:

• Ahamed Basheer, General Manager (UAE)

• Elvin Eapen, Manager of Operations & Pricing (Oman)

• Cevat Arslan, Regional Manager (Turkey)

With a team possessing over 20 years of collective experience, the company has built a network extending from Dubai to Oman, with active trade lanes reaching Europe, China, and the Indian subcontinent.

Integrated logistics solutions

The company’s evolution reflects a shift toward offering end-to-end supply chain solutions. By integrating warehousing, customs clearance, and multi-modal transport, DBS aims to serve as a "global icon of seamless shipping power."

The firm continues to focus on timely delivery and meticulous warehousing standards, positioning itself to capture a larger share of the international transport market in the coming years.

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