Dubai: The Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation (PCFC), alongside the Free Zone, hosted a significant event to mark the official opening of the Dubai Logistics Academy, an innovative educational institution dedicated to enhancing the skills of professionals within Dubai Customs.
According to Emirates News Agency, the event featured an award ceremony to acknowledge key strategic partners, including logistics companies and Dubai University, for their contributions to the academy’s establishment. The ceremony was graced by the presence of Sultan bin Sulayem, DP World Group Chairman and CEO and Chairman of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation, Nasser Al Neyadi, CEO of PCFC, Dr. Abdulla Busenad, Director General of Dubai Customs, and Abdullah bin Zayed Al Falasi, Director General of the Dubai Government Human Resources Department.
Bin Sulayem underscored the importance of the logistics sector as a pivotal driver of economic growth, which necessitates a substantial pool of professional expertise to fuel i
ts expansion. He stressed that the Dubai Logistics Academy is set to play a vital role in training professionals in the ports, logistics, and commercial services industries, thereby strengthening global trade and reinforcing Dubai’s essential role in bridging economies worldwide.
Nasser Al Neyadi elaborated that the establishment of the academy aligns with the transformation of government work, especially in the digital era and the rising adoption of artificial intelligence in government services. This evolution demands enhanced employee skills to meet the needs of the evolving global trade, investment, and logistics services sectors.
Dr. Busenad highlighted that the Dubai Logistics Academy will focus on nurturing and developing talent through an innovative academic and professional approach for both citizens and residents. He mentioned that this initiative, a part of Dubai Customs’ “33 Path,” includes specialised curricula and accredited scholarships, supporting the objectives of Dubai’s Economic Agenda. G
lobal data and trends underscore the continuous growth of the logistics sector, necessitating a forward-thinking vision and groundbreaking initiatives to keep pace with rapid developments.
The academy’s initiatives aim to stimulate investment and serve as a cornerstone for fostering a knowledge-based national economy, thereby solidifying Dubai’s position as a leading global hub in this essential sector.
Al Falasi congratulated Dubai Customs on its initiatives, emphasizing that the academy will play a crucial role in supporting Emiratisation by training, qualifying, and investing in local talent. He described the launch of the Dubai Logistics Academy as a significant advancement in enhancing the professional and intellectual capabilities of the logistics sector, further reinforcing that human development is a cornerstone of progress. The academy will also bolster Dubai’s reputation as a leading global trade hub.
The event concluded with the honouring of logistics companies and Dubai University as strategic
partners of Dubai Customs, recognising their valuable contributions to the creation of the Dubai Logistics Academy, a key foundation for advancing professional skills in the growing economic sectors.