Maxx Logistics

What Maxx Logistics does

Maxx Logistics FZCO is a Dubai-based free zone company operating as a joint venture between Sinotrans — China's largest comprehensive logistics service provider — and Almajdouie, a Saudi conglomerate established in 1965 whose heavy-lift transport division is the largest and first ISO-certified company in the Middle East. Headquartered in Jebel Ali Free Zone 2 in South Dubai, the company provides four integrated service lines: freight management (air, sea, and land transportation across 50+ countries), warehousing and distribution (ambient, climate-controlled, refrigerated, and hazmat-compliant storage plus third-party logistics), customs clearance (brokerage, tariff classification, and duty optimization), and project logistics (heavy-lift, oversized cargo, and engineered route planning for industrial and energy projects). Cargo insurance is offered as an adjunct stream through partner providers.

The operating platform is built on an INFOR enterprise resource planning backbone, complemented by GPS shipment tracking accessible via web portal and mobile app, a Warehouse Management System with barcode scanning and RFID, and an API integration layer supporting SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, and Shopify. Technology is positioned as an interoperability enabler rather than a proprietary differentiator, and the company discloses no AI/ML, predictive analytics, or autonomous capabilities.

Revenue is generated through a mix of transaction-based fees (freight forwarding and insurance), managed services (warehousing and distribution), and professional services (customs clearance and project logistics). Pricing is quote-based, benchmarked on cargo weight/volume, distance, service level, and special handling, with volume discounts and multi-year contracts available to repeat clients. Go-to-market is sales-led, combining direct enterprise sales with an inside-sales layer that handles quote requests through web forms, phone, and email, supported by 24/7 customer support. The primary customer base comprises enterprises and traders in the MENA region, with a secondary vertical focus on industrial and energy project cargo.

Name

Maxx Logistics

Legal name

Maxx Logistics FZCO

Website

https://maxx-logistics.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

1965

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

251–500 employees

Short description

Maxx Logistics FZCO is a Dubai-based joint venture between Sinotrans and Almajdouie providing freight forwarding, warehousing, customs clearance, and project logistics services to enterprises and traders in the MENA region, with operations spanning 50+ countries.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

Logistics Services

NAICS

Freight Transportation Arrangement (488510), Freight Transportation Arrangement (48851), Warehousing and Storage (493), Specialized Freight Trucking (4842)

SIC

Arrangement Of Transportation Of Freight & Cargo (4731), Public Warehousing & Storage (4220)

akta.pro primary industry

Industrial Plants & Process Equipment (EPC/Turnkey Projects) (TLACAIAA)

akta.pro secondary industries

Breakbulk, Ro-Ro & Chartering (Heavy-Lift Vessels, Barges, Specialized Aircraft) (TLAIAKAC), Route Surveys, Permitting & Regulatory Compliance (Oversize/Overweight) (TLAIAKAE), Site Logistics, Laydown Yard & Staging Management (Marshalling) (TLAIAKAH)

Keywords

• Freight forwarding services
• Warehousing and distribution
• Customs clearance brokerage
• Project logistics services
• Supply chain management

Headquarters

HQ city

Dubai

HQ country

United Arab Emirates

HQ region

Middle East

Offices2 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

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

Revenue model

1. Freight Forwarding Services: Air, sea, and land transportation services including FCL, LCL, express freight, and multimodal solutions. Revenue generated through transportation fees based on cargo weight/volume, distance, and service level.
2. Warehousing & Distribution: Storage solutions including ambient, climate-controlled, refrigerated, and hazmat-compliant storage. Revenue from warehousing fees and distribution/logistics fees.
3. Customs Clearance: Customs brokerage services including import/export clearance, tariff classification, compliance management, and duty optimization. Revenue from service fees.
4. Project Logistics: Heavy-lift, oversized, and time-critical shipments for industrial and energy projects including route planning, multimodal transport, and site delivery.
5. Cargo Insurance: Comprehensive cargo insurance options protecting shipments against damage, loss, theft, and delays through partnerships with leading insurance providers.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels3 records

Marketing channels4 records

Core offering

Maxx Logistics is a MENA-focused freight forwarding and logistics provider delivering multimodal transportation (air, sea, land), warehousing and distribution, customs brokerage, and project logistics for heavy-lift and oversized cargo. Services are sold to enterprises and traders across 50+ countries and are supported by an INFOR ERP-based technology stack with GPS tracking, WMS/RFID, and API integrations with SAP, Oracle, Salesforce, and Shopify.

Product overview

Maxx Logistics offers a unified logistics platform combining four core service areas: Freight Management (air, sea, and land transportation), Warehousing & Distribution (with 3PL, inventory management, and cold chain capabilities), Customs Clearance (brokerage, compliance, and tariff classification), and Project Logistics (heavy-lift, oversized cargo, and route engineering). These core products are supported by advanced technology systems including GPS tracking, INFOR ERP platform, and WMS with barcode/RFID capabilities. The company serves the MENA region with operations expanding to Southeast Asia.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Products and services

• Freight Management Comprehensive freight solutions covering air, sea, and land transportation with real-time GPS tracking and optimized routes across 50+ countries worldwide; designed for enterprises and traders in the MENA region.
• Warehousing & Distribution State-of-the-art storage facilities with advanced inventory management systems, climate-controlled storage, and multi-channel distribution networks for optimal supply chain efficiency; serves enterprises and traders needing 3PL and distribution support.
• Customs Clearance Expert customs brokerage services ensuring smooth clearance and full regulatory compliance, including import/export declaration filing, duty optimization, and tariff classification; targeted at enterprises engaged in cross-border trade.
• Project Logistics Specialized project cargo, heavy-lift, and oversized logistics solutions for industrial, energy, and infrastructure projects, with engineered solutions from feasibility studies to on-site delivery; serves EPC and project cargo clients.
• Ocean Freight Cost-effective sea freight solutions including Full Container Load (FCL), Less than Container Load (LCL), break-bulk, and refrigerated container services for enterprises and traders.
• Air Freight Time-critical air cargo services including express and deferred air freight, charter services, dangerous goods handling, and temperature-controlled air freight for time-sensitive shipments.
• Land Transport Ground transportation services including Full Truck Load (FTL), Less than Truck Load (LTL), cross-border trucking, and last-mile delivery solutions for regional and cross-border cargo.
• Third Party Logistics (3PL) Comprehensive third-party logistics solutions including warehousing, fulfillment, and value-added services tailored to enterprise customer supply chain needs.
• Heavy & Oversized Cargo Handling Specialized handling for out-of-gauge, heavy-lift, and abnormal loads including plant, machinery, turbines, and construction equipment for industrial and energy projects.
• Engineering & Route Planning End-to-end project engineering including route and feasibility surveys, lifting and lashing plans, permits and police escorts, and risk assessments for complex project cargo moves.
• Tariff Classification Accurate HS code determination for optimal duty rates, including product analysis, ruling request preparation, and tariff engineering consultation for cross-border shippers.
• Cold Chain Storage Refrigerated and frozen storage for perishable items and pharmaceuticals with precise temperature and humidity controls; supports temperature-sensitive supply chains.
• Cargo Insurance Comprehensive cargo insurance options protecting shipments against damage, loss, theft, and delays, delivered through partnerships with leading insurance providers for enterprise and trader clients.

Quantifiable outcome

• 99.9% on-time delivery rate
• +1 more outcomes

Segments2 records

Ideal customer profiles2 records

Technology focussed No

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration4 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Six partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• SinotranscoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerSinotrans is the biggest comprehensive logistics service supplier in China with worldwide businesses in integrated logistics, shipping, and shipbuilding industry. As a joint venture partner, Sinotrans provides Maxx Logistics with access to its global logistics network, international freight forwarding capabilities, and supply chain management expertise.
• AlmajdouiecoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAlmajdouie is a Saudi group of companies established in 1965. Their Heavy Lift Transport & Engineering division is the largest and first ISO certified company in the Middle East with nearly 30 years of experience. As a joint venture partner, Almajdouie provides Maxx Logistics with heavy-lift transport expertise and regional leadership in the Middle East.
• JAFZA PortalminorOthersJabel Ali Free Zone Portal - Related partner providing access to JAFZA services and regulatory information for free zone operations.
• Dubai CustomsminorOthersOfficial government partner providing customs regulatory guidance and compliance support for operations within Dubai free zones.
• NAFLminorOthersNational Association of Freight & Logistics - Industry association member providing networking and industry representation.
• Dubai ChamberminorOthersDubai Chamber of Commerce - Business association providing networking, advocacy, and business development support.

Scale indicators2 records

Recent moves6 records

Expansion highlights5 records

Direct peers

• Agility Logistics: Kuwait-headquartered global logistics provider with strong MENA presence, offering freight forwarding, contract logistics, and customs — directly comparable in service mix and regional focus, with overlapping enterprise customer segments.
• GAC Group: UAE-based global logistics company specializing in freight forwarding, project logistics, and contract logistics — directly comparable given shared MENA headquarters, project cargo capabilities, and free-zone operating model.
• Aramex: UAE-headquartered global logistics company offering freight forwarding, warehousing, customs, and last-mile delivery across MENA and beyond — directly comparable as a regional full-service logistics provider serving enterprise clients in the same geography.

Broad incumbents

• DHL Global Forwarding: Global freight forwarding and supply chain arm of Deutsche Post DHL with extensive MENA operations — comparable in service portfolio (air, ocean, road, customs, warehousing) and enterprise customer base.
• Expeditors International: Global freight forwarder with air and ocean freight plus customs brokerage services — comparable in asset-light forwarding model and enterprise customer orientation, with MENA coverage via regional offices.
• CEVA Logistics: Global third-party logistics provider offering freight management, contract logistics, and supply chain solutions — comparable service mix and target customer segments, particularly in MENA industrial and consumer verticals.
• Kuehne+Nagel: One of the world's largest freight forwarders with global air, sea, road, and contract logistics operations including significant Middle East presence — comparable across all of Maxx's service lines but at materially greater scale.
• DB Schenker: Global logistics provider offering freight forwarding, contract logistics, and project logistics — comparable in full-stack service offering, with overlap particularly in industrial project logistics and Middle East trade corridors.

Others

• Almajdouie Logistics: Maxx Logistics's Saudi JV parent and the largest ISO-certified heavy-lift transport company in the Middle East — comparable in heavy-lift and project logistics capabilities, with deep GCC operating history that Maxx inherits.
• Sinotrans: Maxx Logistics's Chinese JV parent and China's largest comprehensive logistics provider — comparable as a full-service logistics platform and provides the network backbone Maxx leverages, though operates at vastly larger scale primarily within China.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses4 records

Competitive moat5 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

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Compliance8 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles11 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A

Investments

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