Construction has officially begun on a new high-tech logistics facility in North Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), led by GFH Partners Manrre REIT and development manager Palmon Group.
The groundbreaking ceremony was attended by Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC, along with senior officials, highlighting the project’s role in strengthening Dubai’s logistics infrastructure.
Modern, vertical design
The facility, located on a 214,000 sq ft plot, is set to be one of the UAE’s first high-bay, temperature-controlled warehouses. It will feature a built-up area of 144,000 sq ft, offering 32,000 pallet positions, 16 loading bays, and 15,000 sq ft of office space, including a rooftop viewing deck with views of Jebel Ali Port.
The warehouse will also include an FM1 super-flat floor slab, enabling improved automation and storage efficiency. Its vertical design allows for maximum capacity without expanding its footprint, a move that supports the growing demand for cold-chain and supply chain logistics in the region.
Completion expected in 2027
The project is scheduled for completion in the first quarter of 2027. Leasing discussions are already underway with a leading regional logistics company, reflecting market interest in high-grade logistics assets.
Kunal Lahori, CEO of Palmon Group and Board Member at Manrre, said: “This development is more than just another warehouse; it marks a strategic leap in logistics design. By building vertically, we optimise finite land resources and unlock efficiencies essential for Dubai’s cold-chain and supply chain sectors. This Grade A facility is where innovation meets necessity, supported by an asset management structure that ensures long-term value for Manrre stakeholders.”
Nael Mustafa, CEO of GFH Partners Ltd., added: “GFH Partners is committed to expanding its GCC logistics platform, anchored by the GFH Partners Manrre REIT, through both strategic developments like this project and the acquisition of mission-critical industrial, distribution, and e-commerce facilities. This development reinforces our confidence in the UAE and GCC as key growth markets and reflects our commitment to delivering long-term value to investors while reinforcing Dubai’s position as a global logistics hub.”
tanvir@dubainewsweek.com
