Rhenus has launched its first dedicated Aid & Relief department in the United Arab Emirates, strengthening its humanitarian logistics capabilities.
The new department is based within Dubai Humanitarian, the world’s largest humanitarian hub.
Rhenus said the facility will support faster deployment of emergency supplies to regions affected by conflicts, natural disasters and other humanitarian crises.
The company will work alongside UN agencies, NGOs and humanitarian partners to improve coordination and speed up relief operations.
The Dubai hub will handle a wide range of emergency cargo, including medical supplies, pharmaceuticals, food aid, hygiene kits and shelter materials.
The operation combines air charter, ocean freight and road transport services to support rapid global and regional deliveries.
Rhenus said the UAE location provides direct access to key markets across the Middle East, Africa, Europe, Asia-Pacific and the Americas.
The company also established a centralised control tower in Dubai to improve visibility and coordination across humanitarian supply chains.
Sayid Kunhipurayil, Logistics Development Manager – Middle East at Rhenus, said humanitarian logistics is becoming more complex and time-critical.
He said the dedicated department will improve coordination while ensuring greater supply chain visibility and compliance.
Giuseppe Saba, CEO and Board Member of Dubai Humanitarian, welcomed Rhenus to the organisation’s humanitarian ecosystem.
He said closer cooperation with private-sector logistics providers can help strengthen global humanitarian operations.
Hassan Alzeer, Managing Director Middle East at Rhenus, said the new presence in Dubai Humanitarian will support the uninterrupted movement of essential relief supplies while improving speed and operational reliability.
Rhenus said the new department strengthens its position in humanitarian logistics by combining its global transport network with specialised crisis response expertise.
