What Maqta Gateway does

Maqta Technologies Group (formerly Maqta Gateway) is an Abu Dhabi-based trade technology company and wholly owned subsidiary of AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), founded in 2016 to digitalise cross-border trade and port operations. The company's flagship product is the Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP), Abu Dhabi's official Single Window that unifies customs, trade documentation, and logistics services across sea, land, air, industrial and free zones; it processes 200M+ transactions, integrates 80+ entities, and serves more than 20,000 users. The product portfolio is organised into four solution lines (Smart Ports and Maritime, Trade Facilitation, Integrated Logistics, and Intelligent Mobility) anchored by the ISO 27001:2022-certified Maqta Port Community System and supplemented by acquired assets including TTEK Inc. (border control and customs risk analytics), Dubai Technologies' Minato platform (digital twin for ports), and the Maqta Ayla joint venture at Jordan's Port of Aqaba.

The business sells to government customs authorities, port operators, and logistics enterprises via enterprise field sales and channel partnerships (notably with Indra Group for Europe, Middle East and Africa) under quote-based subscription, perpetual licensing, and professional services pricing. Revenue is generated through software licensing of Port Community Systems and Single Window platforms, recurring subscriptions to ATLP, implementation and consulting engagements, and managed services through joint ventures; the only directly disclosed revenue signal is Dubai Technologies' FY2023 revenue of AED 70.5M (~$19.2M) on a 300+ person base. Recent strategic emphasis has been on AI integration, evidenced by 205 deployed AI agents (Vessel Speed Optimiser, Container Balancer), partnerships with BigBear.ai, Presight, and NYU Abu Dhabi, and a stated generative AI roadmap, positioning the company as an AI-differentiated trade platform rather than an AI-native vendor.

Name

Maqta Gateway

Legal name

Maqta Technologies L.L.C - S.P.C

Website

https://maqta.ae

Company type

Private

Founded year

2016

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Trade Facilitation Software

NAICS

Custom Computer Programming Services (541511), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (5182)

SIC

Services-Computer Integrated Systems Design (7373)

akta.pro primary industry

Port Data Exchange / Data Space & Master Data Management (MDM) (TLAHAOAO)

Keywords

• Trade facilitation software
• Port community systems
• Customs management solutions
• Single window platform
• Logistics digitization

Headquarters

HQ city

Abu Dhabi

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices3 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Software

Cost components

Personnel, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Operations, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. Software Licensing: Licensing of Port Community Systems, Single Window platforms, and trade facilitation solutions to government agencies and port operators internationally.
2. Platform Subscription Services: Subscription-based access to ATLP platform, analytics services, and cloud infrastructure for trade digitisation.
3. Implementation and Consulting Services: Professional services for system implementation, customisation, training, and ongoing support for digital trade solutions.
4. Joint Venture Operations: Revenue from joint ventures including Maqta Ayla (Port of Aqaba) and international port digitisation projects.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion3 records

Distribution channels4 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Maqta Technologies Group (formerly Maqta Gateway) develops and sells AI-powered software platforms for trade and logistics digitalization. Its flagship Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP) serves as Abu Dhabi's official single-window system unifying sea, land, air, industrial and free zones trade services, complemented by Port Community Systems, customs and border management solutions, integrated logistics platforms, and intelligent mobility solutions. The company also operates Margo, a digital logistics marketplace, and delivers Minato port operations management software (acquired via Dubai Technologies) and TTEK border control solutions.

Product overview

Maqta Technologies Group (formerly Maqta Gateway) offers an AI-powered, modular platform portfolio for trade digitalisation spanning four core solution areas: Smart Ports and Maritime, Trade Facilitation, Integrated Logistics, and Intelligent Mobility. The flagship Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP) serves as the central single-window system, supplemented by the Maqta Port Community System for real-time port communications, the Margo digital marketplace for logistics transactions, and TTEK border control solutions for customs risk management. The company has expanded through acquisitions including Dubai Technologies (Minato port operations platform with digital twin technology) and strategic joint ventures like Maqta Ayla for Jordan's maritime sector. Solutions leverage AI, ML, NLP, IoT, and blockchain technologies to deliver predictive analytics, process automation, and optimisation across government and enterprise clients worldwide.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• ATLP (Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform): Abu Dhabi's official Single Window platform that unifies sea, land, air, industrial and free zones trade and logistics services.
• Margo
• Margo Hub
• ATLG Programme

Products and services

• Smart Ports and Maritime Solutions IoT-enabled turnkey port and maritime digitalization solutions for greenfield and brownfield projects, including port management systems, vessel tracking, container tracking, digital twin technology (Minato), and terminal operating systems. Built for port authorities, terminal operators, and maritime administrators.
• Trade Facilitation Solutions AI-powered trade facilitation solutions providing transparency and efficiency in trade, including Customs Management System, Risk Assessment, Single Window, and Virtual Trade Corridor capabilities. Targeted at national customs authorities and trade facilitation bodies.
• Integrated Logistics Solutions Digitalised logistics solutions connecting the supply chain from port operations to last-mile delivery using AI, ML, and IoT, including advanced fleet dispatching, route optimization, cold chain management, real-time visibility, and predictive analytics. Targeted at logistics and transportation companies.
• Intelligent Mobility Solutions AI-powered mobility solutions for fleet operations, school transportation, driving institutes, and government transport authorities, including Fleet Telematics, Fleet Management System, and Smart Driving Analytics.
• Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP) Flagship single-window digital platform unifying access to all land, sea and air trade and logistics services in Abu Dhabi, integrating government departments, private entities, and control procedures across ports and borders. Processes over 200 million transactions with 14,000+ users and 94% customer satisfaction.
• Maqta Port Community System (PCS) Highly secure, intuitive Port Community System facilitating real-time information exchange between port stakeholders including port authorities, maritime administrators, customs agencies, terminal operators, shipping lines, and cargo handlers. Built on ISO 27001:2022 certified cloud infrastructure with drag-and-drop workflow interface.
• TTEK Border Control Solutions Border optimization management solutions using AI, ML, and advanced risk analytics, leveraging over 1.5 million risk indicators for customs, immigration, policing, and border agencies.
• Minato Port Operations Management Platform Intelligent port operations management platform developed by Dubai Technologies, featuring advanced digital twin technology for ports, including fleet management, passenger transportation, smart driving analytics, and waste transportation management modules.
• Margo Digital Logistics Marketplace Integrated digital marketplace for all logistics needs including trucking, warehousing, last-mile, and express delivery, enabling online transactions between customers and logistics providers. Margo Hub is positioned as the first one-stop digital logistics marketplace and aggregator in the UAE.
• Digital Airfreight Solutions ATLP module streamlining movement of air cargo shipments to and from Abu Dhabi airports, reducing processing time from 1 hour to 6 minutes and paperwork by 90%.
• AI-Driven Customs and Border Management Systems Next-generation AI-driven customs and border management systems for ports and land borders, including automated image analysis for customs inspections and integrated risk management tools.
• Maqta Ayla Port Community System (Jordan) Joint venture deploying Port Community System at Port of Aqaba, Jordan. First export of Abu Dhabi's port digitalization solution, expected to handle approximately 1.3 million TEUs annually at the Aqaba Container Terminal.

Quantifiable outcome

• Reduces airport visits by 80% for air freight agents
• +10 more outcomes

Named customers7 records

Segments4 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

No

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

AI capability12 records

Feature12 records

Partnerships

15 partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• NYU Abu DhabicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 23 April 2026Multi-year research collaboration to build and pilot a high-fidelity intelligence engine based on stochastic models and spatial intelligence. Engine designed for vessel arrival predictions, berth allocation optimisation, and environmental impact considerations. Led by Professor Ali Diabat from Civil and Urban Engineering.
• BigBear.aicoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 29 January 2026Strategic partnership to research, design, and deploy AI-powered digital trade and customs systems, including automated image analysis for customs inspections and integrated risk management tools. Partnership aims to pursue commercial opportunities with customs authorities and port operators globally. Combines Maqta Technologies' port community systems and single window platform expertise with BigBear.ai's AI capabilities.
• Indra GroupcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 March 2025Partnership to explore opportunities for jointly offering digitalisation services for ports, logistics, and trade across Europe, Middle East, and Africa. Focus areas include Port Community Systems, port and maritime Single Windows, multimodal terminal management, border management systems, and smart mobility solutions. Indra brings expertise in port technology deployed in more than 70 ports worldwide.
• Pakistan Single WindowcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 March 2025Strategic partnership to drive digital innovation in Pakistan's cross-border trade. Will implement value-added services including digital customs clearance, smart warehousing, risk management systems, eCommerce, cargo/port community systems, Single Window, trade finance, and predictive analytics. Focus on identifying joint commercial opportunities in digital trade facilitation worldwide.
• e& UAE and Space42coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 17 October 2024MoU signed at GITEX GLOBAL 2024 to develop smart solutions for maritime sector using 5G connectivity, IoT, and AI technology. Focus on smart marine buoys, 5G-powered surveillance systems, drone technology, IoT-enabled marine transport, and satellite connectivity for marine vessels. Partnership aims to enhance safety and environmental sustainability.
• Presight AI Technologies LLCcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 30 September 2024Exclusive collaboration on development and commercialisation of AI and data analytics solutions for trade in ports and maritime sectors. Combines Maqta Gateway's decade-long trade digitalisation expertise with Presight's big data and AI proficiency to deliver differentiated value to international markets.
• Dubai TechnologiescoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 6 February 2024Acquisition of 60% equity stake for AED 28 million. Company has developed Minato port operations management platform with digital twin technology, four transportation platforms, and nine white-label solutions. Team of 300+ members across UAE and India. FY2023 revenue of AED 70.5 million.
• Technology Innovation Institute (TII) and ASPIREcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 26 January 2024Proof-of-Concept agreement for AI, robotics, and advanced materials projects in terrestrial, aerial, and marine streams. Projects include UGVs for cargo movement, autonomous watercraft for passenger transport, and drones for warehouse operations. Solutions based on computer vision, RFID, sensors, and Lidar technology.
• Aqaba Development CorporationcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 25 January 2024Shareholders' agreement for Maqta Ayla joint venture (Maqta Gateway 51%, ADC 49%) to implement Port Community System at Port of Aqaba. First export of Abu Dhabi's port digitalisation solution. Solution expected to be operational within twelve months.
• TTEK Inc.coreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 24 April 2023Acquisition of 100% ownership for USD 26.7 million enterprise value. Developer of border control solutions and customs systems with AI, ML, and advanced risk analytics. R&D hub in Vietnam. Solutions use more than 1.5 million risk indicators for border security controls.
• Kyrgyz Republic GovernmentcoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 14 December 2022Agreements for developing customs and border management solution, infrastructure, and national single window for Kyrgyzstan. Builds on AD Ports Group's expansion strategy in Central Asia.
• Emirates Post Group and SkyGominorStrategic or Co-development Partner · 13 October 2022Trial programme for aerial drone delivery services in Abu Dhabi. Maqta Gateway deploying Margo integrated digital marketplace for online transactions. SkyGo provides drone solutions for parcel and document delivery to Emirates Post sites.
• Kuwait General Administration of CustomscoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 27 March 2022MoU to establish virtual trade corridor between UAE and Kuwait based on ATLP platform. Enables pre-arrival information access, faster cross-validation, and pre-clearance of goods. Includes accelerated procedures for perishable goods shipments.
• Abu Dhabi Airports, Etihad Airport Services, Etihad CargocoreStrategic or Co-development Partner · 11 March 2022Collaboration to deploy Digital Airfreight Solutions under ATLP for all five airports in Abu Dhabi. Streamlines air cargo movement and enhances journey transparency. Developed in partnership with key aviation stakeholders.
• General Women's UnionminorStrategic or Co-development PartnerPartnership for ATLG (Advanced Trade Logistics Graduate) programme under patronage of H.H. Sheikha Fatima bint Mubarak. Training programme for Emirati talent in trade and logistics with AI focus. Has provided over 100,000 training hours and trained 371 participants.

Scale indicators21 records

Recent moves8 records

Expansion highlights6 records

Direct peers

• WiseTech Global: Australian-listed developer of the CargoWise trade and logistics platform, used by freight forwarders, customs brokers, and customs authorities worldwide. Direct competitor in trade management and customs IT; comparable single-platform, multi-module SaaS business model targeting similar B2B and B2G customers.
• Descartes Systems Group: Canadian logistics technology company providing customs filing, trade compliance, and transportation management software. Directly comparable in customs/trade facilitation software for global shippers, brokers, and customs authorities.
• Portbase: Dutch Port Community System provider for the Port of Rotterdam and Port of Amsterdam, neutral platform connecting shippers, agents, terminals, and customs. Closest functional peer to Maqta PCS and ATLP in terms of single-window, multi-stakeholder port community system business model.
• Navis: Provider of terminal operating systems (TOS) and port optimisation software, owned by Accel-KKR. Direct peer in port-side software for terminals and port authorities, overlapping with Maqta's smart ports and maritime solutions including vessel traffic management and container tracking.
• Tradeshift: Cloud-based trade and supply chain finance platform enabling digital trade document exchange between buyers, suppliers, banks, and customs. Comparable in digital trade facilitation, single-window, and customs-adjacent workflows; directly relevant to ATLP's single-window proposition.

Broad incumbents

• E2open: Large supply chain and trade management platform (incorporating INTTRA ocean shipping network) serving shippers, logistics providers, and customs with end-to-end visibility. Comparable as an incumbent trade and supply chain platform, broader in scope but overlapping in customs and ocean trade digital workflows.
• Indra Group: Spanish IT and defence systems integrator with port technology deployed in 70+ ports worldwide, covering PCS, terminal management, and customs. Active Maqta partner and a broader incumbent that competes for the same national port and customs digitalization deals globally.

Regional players

• SISCO: Indian provider of port community systems, terminal operating systems, and maritime software to ports in South Asia and the Middle East. Comparable in PCS and port digitalization offerings; primarily a regional peer in markets where Maqta is now expanding (e.g., Pakistan, Central Asia).

Emerging players

• Klingon (Memphis): Provider of port community systems and digital customs solutions for emerging market ports, especially in Asia and Africa. Comparable in PCS/single-window functionality targeting smaller and mid-sized port authorities — similar emerging-market go-to-market motion to Maqta's expansion strategy.
• Pelago (formerly Sequa): Provider of port community systems and maritime single-window software for ports in Asia, Africa, and the Middle East, including deployments in Africa. Comparable niche peer in port community digitalization for emerging-market authorities, similar international expansion profile to Maqta.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance1 record

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles1 record

Subsidiaries5 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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