For the last three consecutive years, Dubai has maintained its dominant position as one of the top five destinations for the maritime industry. With an annual contribution of approximately 7% to the country's Gross Domestic Product (GDP), the recent rankings of the global shipping industry index recognized the attractiveness potential and the ongoing competitiveness of the shipping companies in Dubai around the world.

According to the international shipping center development (ISCD), Dubai has ranked way ahead, leaving behind some other key maritime players such as New York, New Jersey, Tokyo, Hamburg, and Athens.

The shipping agencies in Dubai have thrived and continue to do so, essentially because of the government’s trade-driven policies that make the country the hub for businesses and international trades.

Following are some reasons why many domestic and international shipping companies in Dubai find the United Arab Emirates so alluring for the shipping business sector.

• Lenient Custom Regulations
• Advanced Infrastructure
• Geo Strategic Location
• State of the Art Technology
• Easier Access to Labor Market
• Waste Bay Area

Following is the list of top shipping companies in Dubai that ensure a seamless movement of goods and consignments from door to door, business to business, and business to customers in Dubai.

1. OceanFront Shipping

Oceanfront is a prominent shipping company in Dubai that provides businesses with international transportation and logistical solutions.

OceanFront is best known for its delicate shipping, freight forwarding, and distribution services with years of operation in shipping.

The company extends shipping services with several means, like in the air, on the road, and effectively handling cargo in the ocean. The company operates at all major seaports and airports all over the U.A.E.

OceanFront services checklist primarily include

• Air Freight
• Sea Fleet and Cargo Handling
• Land Transportation and Distribution
• Custom Clearance

2. Emarat Maritime

As a dynamic shipping company in Dubai, Emarat Maritime is another well-known player in the logistical services provider in Dubai.

Established in 1990, with a multinational team of highly skilled professionals, the company is recognized for its unwavering commitment to quality services provision and timely deliverables.

The core services proposition of Emarat Maritime are;

• Technical Management
• Ship Operation
• Marine Insurance
• Technical Services

3. Platinum Shipping & Logistic LLC

Since 1994, Platinum L.L.C. has established deep roots in the maritime industry and is considered the leading freight company in the U.A.E. With decades of experience and knowledge, Platinum has positioned itself as a reliable and trusted partner, serving its clients worldwide with state-of-the-art consignment shipment services.
Platinum offers a complete stake of services that are comprised of;

• Custom Clearance
• Sea Freight
• Cargo Handling
• Sea-Air-Sea Fleeting Management
• Door-to-Door Consignment Services
• Warehouse and Distribution
• Land Transportation
• Marine Insurance

4. Global Shipping & Logistics LLC

As a partner of Al Shirwari Group, Global Shipping & Logistics (GSL) is the leading logistics services provider in the United Arab Emirates. The company has been around since 1975, offering services related to freight management that include;

• Temperature Controlled Warehouse Infrastructure
• Cargo Storage
• Fleeting Management
• Distribution Solutions

In addition, GSL also offers 3PL and 4PL services that focus on day-to-day operations of the clientele’s supply chain management and optimize the entire supply chain and logistical operations for its contractors.

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5. AR Shipping LLC

One of the largest shipping agencies based in Fujairah, AR Shipping LLC is a private company operating in the major ports of UAE, such as Dubai Port Rashid, Dubai Dry Dock & DMC, Jebel Ali Port, Sharjah Port Khalid, Khorfakan Port, Hamriyah Free Zone Port and Port of Fujairah.

AR shipping LLC, primarily founded as shipping and freight forwarding solutions provider, has now evolved into a giant agency that caters all needs for its clients related to cargo, fleet management, storage services and distribution across all prime ports of the UAE.

6. Globelink West Star

A Singapore-based company having deep roots in the UAE maritime industry for over thirty years, Globelink has acquired a huge global presence. With more than 130 offices and operating in 33 countries, Globelink is a prominent and highly trusted logistics entity in the shipping lines of Dubai.

The company has a wide range of networks, comprising over 50 agents across different regions of the globe. With more than 700 professional employees, Globelink has managed catering the logistical needs of over 5000 clients since its foundation.

The company offers services that include;

• Auto Logistics
• Exhibition and Expo Logistical Services
• Projects Logistics
• Transportation of Fragile Goods.

7. STALCO

One of the long and oldest running players, STALCO has been around in the UAE shipping industry for over four decades.

The company offers a wide range of logistical services such as;

• Freight Forwarding
• Warehousing Services
• Distribution & Logistics Solutions

In addition, STALCO also facilitates events management companies with shipping services goods for fairs, expos, exhibitions in UAE.

8. Jenae Logistics

Jenae Logistic is a professional shipping agency in Dubai, offering standard shipping and fleet management services in the UAE and international freight management solutions.

Unlike other shipping lines in Dubai, Jenae Logistics also offers all modes of transportation such as air, land, and ocean. Apart from warehousing and distribution, Jenae Logistics also facilitates clients with container loading and unloading services on various ports across UAE.

9. Fleet Line Shipping Services LLC

Fleet line Shipping Services LLC has been in the industry for over 15 years. Since its inception, the company offers various shipping and logistic related services that include;

• Freight Forwarding
• Project Cargo Shipping
• Industrial Packing Services
• RoRo Shipping
• Warehousing and Distribution
• Fleet Management and Maintenance

10. Jawar Al Khaleej Shipping L.L.C

Established in 2006 in Dubai, Jawar Al Khaleej (JAK) has a firm reputation as the best shipping company in Dubai. The company primarily caters to the shipping and destruction needs of oil and gas sectors across the country.

The company specializes in services that are;

• Oil Terminal Support Solutions
• Underwater Support Services
• Offshore Surveys
• Salvage Operation

JAK has offices in major oil-producing countries such as Basrah, Iraq, and Dubai and offers offshore and onshore logistical services across GCC countries and Iraq.

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11. Aeon Shipping LLC

Aeon is a multinational shipping and moving firm in Dubai. Being in the shipping sector for over 10 years, Aeon specializes in auto and car shipping services. The company has a presence in more than 130 countries and provides end-to-end reliable and timely auto shipment services with a team of industry experts.

12. Echo Cargo & Shipping LLC

Echo Cargo & Shipping LLC has been in the marine sector since 1997, offering safe cargo shipping, distribution, and logistics services both locally and internationally.

With key services provisions like express shipping and courier, the company also offers additional fleet repair and maintenance services. The company also has the proprietorship of shipyards, owns waste number containers, and builds ships in Dubai.

13. Royal Gulf Shipping & Logistics

Royal Gulf Shipping and Logistics is a Pakistani origin company, established in 1999. The company operates in many countries, with its significant market share in Dubai, other Gulf countries.

The company facilities its clients with a wide range of shipping services that includes FCL, LCL, online processing of custom clearance and declaration, port handling charges and non-container loads for bulk and oversized consignments in Dubai.

14. Gulf Agency Company Ltd

Founded in 1956 by Swedish entrepreneurs and two famous Kuwaiti businessmen, Gulf Agency Company has become a dominant name in the maritime industry.

The founders were expansionists. Within two decades after its foundation, the co-founders expanded its operations and stretched towards Eastern Mediterranean, with none stop operations in the Asia Pacific, the Indian subcontinent, and Nigeria.

Later in the 90s and 2000s, the company operations reached to the shores of many other continents like Europe, Africa, Central Asia, America, and Australia. The company offers end-to-end cargo and logistical services, within 50 countries having 300 offices and over 9,000 professional employees worldwide.

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15. ATLAS Marine Shipping LLC

Established in 2007, ATLAS is a reputed and well-known shipping entity in Dubai maritime industry. The company provides various onshore and offshore support services and marine operations in the Middle East and GCC countries.

Fundamental core services proposition of ATLAS include

• Vessel Chartering
• Rig Movement Project
• Vessel Management Solutions
• Ocean Towage Supply Service

16. Fusion Shipping and Logistics Co. LLC

Started in 2010, Fusion Shipping Group became one the fastest growing shipping companies in Dubai. The company offers seamless shipping and logistical services.

Fusion provides reliable sea freight services, distribution services, and shipping divisions such as Roll On Roll Off, LCL, FCL, and bulk consignment handling services in the many major ports of the UAE.

17. Safeway International Moving & Shipping LLC

Safeway International was founded in 2008 and emerged to be the fastest-growing moving company in Dubai. Within just a short span of time, the company operations today are being extended to more than 40 countries, handling approximately 275 to 300 international and more than 5 thousand domestic consignments every year.

Core services include but not limited to;

• Fleet Management
• Warehousing and Logistics and Distribution Services

Safeway International services are widely recognized for quality, reliability, and strict adherence to international shipping standards.