Neom and DSV recently announced the building up of an exclusive USD $10Bn Logistics joint venture to aid the development of ambitious projects taking shape at NEOM, Saudi Arabia. The partnership will focus on providing logistics services for NEOM in the coming years.
Under the agreement, the joint venture will provide end-to-end supply chain management, development, and investment in transportation and logistics assets and infrastructure, as well as transportation and delivery of goods and materials within NEOM.
Industry sources added that the NEOM will own 51% of the joint venture and DSV the remaining 49%. NEOM forecasts unparalleled demand for construction logistics through December 31, 2031, with sustained growth in non-construction logistics thereafter.
NEOM envisions unparalleled demand for construction logistics through December 31, 2031, with sustained growth in non-construction logistics thereafter. In addition to its impact on the logistics landscape, the venture is expected to boost the Saudi economy, through infrastructure development and creating more than 20,000 job opportunities.
Nadhmi Al-Nasr, CEO of NEOM, stated: “This partnership not only shows the reality of NEOM and its vision but also the private sector’s level of confidence to join us on this journey. The projected demand in both construction and non-construction logistics will make NEOM one of the largest customers in the world, and this partnership allows NEOM to create value from its demand.”
He further stated “Working alongside one of the world’s leading logistics companies, the joint venture with DSV will build on expertise and know-how to drive innovation and sustainability throughout the logistics value chain. The economic benefit of this partnership will not only provide tens of thousands of jobs, but it will also enable growth to capture local and regional market share. It’s a living example of Saudi Vision 2030 in action, fostering job creation and building a future-leaning economy.”
Jens Bjorn Andersen, Group CEO, DSV, stated: “NEOM is one of the largest and most complex projects in the world. It provides a unique opportunity for DSV to support a development that is at the forefront of innovation, technology, and digital transformation. DSV already has a strong presence in Saudi Arabia, and this is a significant growth opportunity for us in the region and we look forward to working with NEOM Company and bringing our logistics capabilities to the table.”
Industry sources further added that this latest joint venture is a significant milestone demonstrating NEOM’s commitment to revolutionizing Saudi Arabia’s logistics sector, and paves the way for pioneering sustainable logistics solutions, marking a new chapter in its journey towards realizing Vision 2030.
NEOM and DSV are committed to driving innovation and will allocate a portion of the JV’s revenues to foster the development of groundbreaking technologies and commercialize new sustainable next-generation logistics solutions. The vision extends further by establishing a dedicated innovation center at NEOM.
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