Aramex joined forces with REGENT, a pioneering developer of electric seagliders, under a strategic Memorandum of Understanding (MoU).
This partnership aims to revolutionise middle mile logistics by integrating the cutting-edge seaglider technology into the logistics and transportation solutions provider’s extensive network.
Seagliders, a novel blend of aircraft speed and maritime convenience, could redefine coastal and island connectivity. The vehicles, operating exclusively over water, are designed to use current dock infrastructure and can travel up to 290 km on present-day battery technology, efficiently transporting people and cargo.
This collaboration will see REGENT and Aramex jointly evaluating the practicality of incorporating high-speed seagliders into Aramex’s logistics framework.
The primary focus will be on identifying feasible middle mile routes where seagliders could transfer goods from major ports to secondary coastal distribution points, offering a greener and more efficient alternative to conventional transport methods.
Facilitated by the Strategic Development Fund (SDF) as a key investor in REGENT, this initiative marks Aramex’s first steps in deploying seaglider technology in the Middle East, with plans to expand into other vital markets. This move is in line with Aramex’s commitment to setting new standards in express logistics and championing sustainable innovation.
Alaa Saoudi, Chief Operating Officer – Express at Aramex, highlighted the company’s dedication to embracing innovative, eco-friendly solutions that bolster logistics efficiency while reducing environmental impact. “The partnership with REGENT is perfectly aligned with our commitment, opening up exciting new avenues for efficient and sustainable middle mile logistics in the Middle East and beyond,” said Saoudi.
Angad Singh, Global Director – Innovation at Aramex, emphasized the importance of enhancing sea route capabilities, especially with the growth of coastal cities in their core regions. “This partnership completes our future vehicle program’s air, sea, and land trifecta,” Singh added.
Billy Thalheimer, Co-Founder and CEO of REGENT, views middle mile logistics as a significant, yet underexploited, area for sustainable innovation. “Collaborating with a forward-looking logistics partner like Aramex will unlock new economic opportunities across our markets, demonstrating the versatile applications of electric seagliders and fueling REGENT’s growth in the region,” Thalheimer remarked.
