Awards for freight operators

Celebrating performance excellence in the logistics sector, the 2009 Middle East Logistics Awards will present 24 awards in various categories at a gala ceremony on Tuesday 30th June, 2009.

Rashed Al Ansari, Vice-President of Dubai Industrial City,sponsors of the awards, said: "Logistics play a vital role for manufacturing companies and much of the economic activity in the Middle East revolves around the logistics sectors including air and sea freight, cargo, rail and land transport. Our support of the Middle East Logistics Awards reflects our commitment to excellence in an industry that is fundamental to every economy.

“The awards certainly help to distinguish excellence in the industry and are an ideal platform to identify best practices in logistics. They also offer an opportunity to interact with a wide spectrum of players who have contributed to the industry’s growth in the region.”

The list of nominees for top honours at the third edition of the Middle East Logistics Awards has been completed. To view the list of nominees log on to www.mela.ae. Voting for the industry’s best commences on May 7th and will be completed on Thursday May 28, 2009.