44% increase in the number of corporate users

DAFZ: 197% growth in logistics portal digital management system transactions

DAFZ is a subsidiary of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority. From the source

Dubai Airport Freezone (DAFZ), part of the Dubai Integrated Economic Zones Authority (DIZA), has announced that DAFS-Y, a fully automated digital logistics transport management system launched in collaboration with Dubai Customs and dnata, has recorded a remarkable growth of 197% in transactions in 2022 and 44% in the number of corporate users.

DAFZ-Way is a fully automated digital solution that allows DIFF customers, cargo companies, local businesses and individuals to easily transport goods through the free zone gates using a QR code pass.

DAFZ-Way provides different types of pass for the entry and exit of customs declaration goods, domestic goods and customized goods, while customers can benefit from this effective digital solution through electronic devices, and complete them through digital wallets or credit cards.

Amna Lootah, Director General of Dubai Airport Freezone, said: "Since its inception, Dubai Airport Freezone has strengthened its position as a leading and innovative free zone through its continuous keenness to enhance access to the latest technologies and initiatives.

She added: "This initiative contributes to the digital transformation of companies in the free zone, by providing innovative technological solutions and exemplary practices that ensure the provision of fast and easy-to-use operations, which supports Dubai's position as a leading digital capital with its experience and transactions."

Guillaume Crozier, Senior Vice President of UAE Shipping, said: "We are delighted to provide our partners with added value through this innovative solution that will elevate our operations across Dubai. He added: "This step will facilitate our logistics and transportation process by integrating our data into the DAFZ's DAFZ-Y system, and will provide our customers with better services and in less time when transporting their goods through the free zone cargo gates."