Global freight heavyweight Toll Group has broken ground on the company’s upcoming distribution centre at Dubai South’s Logistics District.
Dubai South, the largest single-urban master development focusing on aviation, logistics and real estate, and Toll Group, a global logistics leader, and a majority owner of Dubai-headquartered CWT-SML Logistics, said this significant expansion reinforces the company’s “commitment to delivering world-class logistics solutions across the MENA region.”
Spanning 25,000 square metres, the new facility will feature a warehouse, mezzanine, and offices, with capacity for 30,644 pallets.
It will also house a general palletised cargo area with four separate chambers that can be customised to meet customer requirements prior to the warehouse’s full setup. In addition, the facility will include temperature-controlled chambers with VNA racking and is being constructed to meet LEED Silver Certification standards, reflecting sustainable practices in both process and materials.
“The new facility embodies the vision and drive that have propelled CWT-SML to the forefront of the region’s logistics sector,” said Suhail Qureshi, Chairman of the CWT-SML Board.
“With our unwavering focus on customers and sustainability, we are delighted to enhance our support further for clients as they grow and thrive across MENA.”
Toll Group supports more than 20,000 customers worldwide with 300 sites in over 30 markets, and a forwarding network spanning 140 countries.
Upon completion in August 2026, its newest facility will act as a strategic hub to offer a comprehensive suite of logistics solutions, including 3PL services, inbound and outbound stock handling and management, value-added services (VAS) tailored for the MENA region, as well as local and cross-border transportation.
Mohsen Ahmad, CEO of the Logistics District, Dubai South, added: “We are delighted to mark this milestone with Toll Group, whose investment reflects the confidence that leading global players have in Dubai South’s Logistics District.
“This facility will not only enhance the capacity and efficiency of the sector but also contribute to Dubai’s vision of being the world’s most connected and sustainable logistics hub. We remain committed to enabling our partners with the infrastructure, connectivity, and ecosystem needed to thrive in this competitive landscape.”
The Toll business was orginally founded in Newcastle, Australia in 1888 by Albert Toll when he began hauling coal by horse and cart. From these modest beginnings, a transport company was founded. By the time of his death in 1958 at the age of 95, Albert was operating a fleet of trucks in five locations.
