Logistical alternatives for the United Arab Emirates and the Arabian Gulf

 

Andalucía TRADE is organizing an online technical conference on Friday, March 27, 2026 entitled "Logistical Alternatives for the Emiratos Árabes Unidos and the Golfo Arábigo«The event aims to equip exporting companies with tools to mitigate the impact of current geopolitical tensions in a region that strategically connects markets. Europe, Asia y Africa.

 

Navigating uncertainty in the Gulf markets

 

In today's complex international landscape, marked by increasing challenges on maritime routes, logistical adaptation has become a priority for businesses. Emiratos Árabes Unidos They represent one of the most important commercial hubs in the world; however, current operational dynamics demand the search for alternative routes and methods that guarantee the smooth flow of trade.

 

The virtual session will feature institutional and business experts who will analyze the economic impact of regional conflicts and the difficulties importers face at their destinations. The main objective is to provide an overview. "updated and pragmatic" that strengthens the presence of Andalusian products in these high strategic value markets.

 

PROGRAM

09:00 a.m. Welcome and presentation of the day
Antonio Castro Jiménez, General Manager, Andalucía TRADE

09:05 h. Updated analysis of the situation in the United Arab Emirates and the Arabian Gulf
Rosario Millán, Director of the Andalucía TRADE Office in Dubai

09:15 a.m. Analysis of the economic impact of the conflict
Christian Garma Santander, Economic and Commercial Counselor, Spanish Economic and Commercial Office in the UAE (Dubai)

09:30 h. Presentation of the current situation and difficulties
Lander Marco, importer, TASTE OF SPAIN

09:45 h. Presentation of the vision at origin and alternatives
Nicolás A. Martínez Andión - Head of Business Development Department, Port Authority of the Bay of Algeciras
Nicolás Mouze – Development Director of Trade Lane Iberia, DHL Express Spain, SLU

10:05 a.m. Presentation of cases by affected Andalusian companies

10:30 h. End of the day

 

 

Details of the Technical Conference

Concept	Detail
Date	Friday, March 27, 2026
Start time	09:00 pm.
Format	Online / Technical Session
Organiser	Andalucía TRADE
Reference location	Dubai / Emiratos Árabes Unidos

 

Key points and frequently asked questions about logistics in the Gulf

What is the objective of this technical workshop?
To provide companies with Andalucía an updated view on the logistics situation in the Emiratos Árabes Unidos and analyze solutions that allow business operations to continue despite the tensions in the Golfo Arábigo.

Which experts will analyze the economic situation at the destination?
The analysis will be carried out by Rosario Millán (Andalucía TRADE Dubai) and Christian Garma Santander (ICEX / Embassy of Spain), who will delve deeper into the impact of the regional conflict.

What alternative transportation options will be available?
The capabilities of Puerto de Algeciras as a strategic departure point and the global logistics solutions offered by DHL Express Spain to guarantee supply.

 

Date: Friday, March 27, 2026

Hora: 09: 00 horas.

Online and free 

 

Registration: