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WTA UAE

Launched in 2023, our UAE is branch is taking WTA's truly unique service offering to the trading heart of the Middle East.

Headed up by Chair John Sommer, who has relocated to the region, WTA UAE is focused on logistics excellence for companies looking to trade with Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC) countries. Which are among the world's most high-growth nations.

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WTA's UAE office perfectly places us in Dubai, the regional trading hub.

Just 20km from Jebel Ali port, one of the world's biggest with nearly 20 million teu of throughput each year. Then only 30km from Dubai International Airport, boasting 90+ million passengers a year. 

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"Dubai is positioned extremely well geographically and has some of the best logistics infrastructure in the world, making it an increasingly vital gateway into the wider GCC region. Better supporting businesses with expansion into this high-growth region was a key motivator for relocating here to launch the UAE office."

John Sommer, Co-CEO, WTA
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First-class service

85% of customers rate us 8/10 or higher for satisfaction.

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Perfect location

Situated just 30 minutes from Jebel Ali port and Dubai International Airport.

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In-market expertise

Our in-house experts can offer guidance on the customs and compliance requirements of the UAE and GCC markets.

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Energy Specialists

Home to experts in the logistics solutions for oil & gas, renewables, nuclear, and energy infrastructure.

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Industry-leading technology

Our team is backed up by some of the most sophisticated visibility technology in logistics

Key trade lanes

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UK to UAE

WTA are the experts in reliable, time-efficient freight solutions from the UK to the UAE and wider GCC region.

Our team can advise on the best routing for your freight, with flexible options for air and sea freight, including direct and transhipment services.

We coordinate everything from export documentation and packing to UAE customs clearance, avoiding delays at Jebel Ali or Abu Dhabi ports, the key region hubs. All this comes alongside some of the finest visibility and data analytics tracking software as standard with WTA.

USA to UAE

From the US to the UAE, WTA offers end-to-end logistics, combining air freight for urgent shipments and ocean freight for cost-sensitive cargo.

Our licensed US customs brokers handle complex export requirements, including perishables, dangerous items, dual-use goods and controlled commodities.

In the UAE, we work with local agents to ensure fast and accurate clearance and inland delivery.

China to UAE

WTA operates frequent sea and air freight services from major Chinese ports to the UAE. Our offices in Shanghai, Shenzhen and Hong Kong, we are perfectly placed to simplify the process of getting goods out of China.

We offer flexible routing options from Shanghai, Shenzhen, Ningbo and others, with support on Chinese export controls and UAE import formalities.

Our teams can deliver FCL, LCL, 20ft and 40ft loads, including perishable and dangerous goods. Always offering full visibility throughout transit.

UAE to Australia

On the UAE to Australia lane, WTA supports businesses shipping all types of consumer goods, automotive parts, machinery, food, drink and more.

We offer regular sailings from Jebel Ali to key Australian ports like Sydney, Melbourne, and Fremantle, along with air freight for when speed is essential.

We are happy to manage export compliance, packing, and cargo inspections in the UAE and our long-standing partner in Australia can assist with clearance and onward delivery.

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WTA UAE resources

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The UAE and wider GCC countries are becoming markets of great opportunity for businesses.

In our UAE Trade Lane Guide, we outline some of the largest sector opportunities and cover advice for gaining market entry.

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WTA Energy are the experts in the logistics solutions for oil & gas, renewables, nuclear, and energy infrastructure.

Whether your requirements are for sea, air, road or rail freight, the team at WTA Energy have the expertise to help.

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Learn more about the UAE market, including a deep understanding of market drivers, business etiquette and consumer habits.

Read our article, 'Understanding the UAE Market: Five Insights for UK Exporters.'

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Explore the legal and tax considerations involved in exporting goods to the UAE, with our article.

Including required licences, documentation, agency laws, product standards, labelling requirements and more

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The UAE is a great opportunity for food and drink brands.

Discover our article explaining the unique opportunities when exporting food and drink to this vibrant and growing market.

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Our sea freight services span the globe. We boast decades-long relationships with all the major carriers.

We work hard to drive costs down at all stages of shipment, not just on the freight rates. Read more about our sea freight services below.

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