5, Mar 2026
Myntra expands its women entrepreneur initiative with MynShakti 2.0 to support 100 women-led fashion, beauty and home brands
Bengaluru, Mar 05: Ahead of International Women’s Day, Myntra has announced the launch of MynShakti 2.0, the next phase of its women seller enablement initiative under its ShECommerce umbrella. Building on the success of its first edition, the program aims to onboard and nurture 100 women-led businesses across fashion, beauty and home categories, reinforcing Myntra’s commitment to inclusive growth in digital commerce.
The first edition of MynShakti supported 20 women entrepreneurs across categories, including clothing, jewellery, educational toys, pet apparel and personal gifting. Many of these brands were early-stage brands with fewer than 50 SKUs. Through access to Myntra’s large customer base, tech-enabled shopping ecosystem and operational support, these entrepreneurs strengthened their brand presence, streamlined logistics and expanded their reach nationwide.
Open to women-led businesses across fashion, beauty and home, MynShakti 2.0 offers structured enablement support, including:
- Seamless Onboarding & Dedicated Account Management: End-to-end onboarding support with dedicated account managers for six months to help optimise performance.
- Expert-led Webinars & Mentorship: Through a series of interactive mentorship sessions and expert-led webinars, brands will receive strategic recommendations on marketing, order fulfillment, and leveraging Myntra’s platform for maximum impact.
A significant addition this year, Myntra has introduced a dedicated vernacular video series to simplify seller onboarding, account management and growth strategies. By making knowledge resources accessible in regional languages, the initiative aims to drive participation from aspiring women entrepreneurs across Tier 2 and Tier 3 cities.
Commenting on the launch, Govindraj MK, CHRO, Myntra, said,
“India’s e-lifestyle landscape is being shaped by a new generation of entrepreneurs, with women increasingly taking the lead in building brands that cater to the evolving aspirations of diverse consumer cohorts. MynShakti, under our ShECommerce vision, is focused on enabling women-led brands with the right tools, insights and mentorship to scale sustainably. Following a successful first edition, we are expanding the program with a sharper structure and deeper support to empower more women entrepreneurs to build, lead and transform meaningful brands at scale.”
Women entrepreneurs looking to scale their made-in-India fashion, beauty and lifestyle businesses can apply through the program survey link or can apply through our social media channels (LinkedIn & Instagram).
MynShakti 2.0 underscores Myntra’s vision of building a more inclusive digital commerce ecosystem, one that enables women-led businesses to transition from local enterprises to national brands.
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5, Mar 2026
PPDS announces appointment of experienced AV/IT professional Jona Fjeld as Country Sales Manager for Philips Professional Displays in the ‘thriving’ Norwegian market
Jonas Field
Amsterdam, Mar 5: PPDS, the exclusive global provider of Philips Professional Displays and complementary solutions, is excited to announce the appointment of sought-after AV professional, Jonas Field, to lead its next wave of growth in the Norwegian market.
Accepting the role of Country Sales Manager for Philips Professional Displays, Jonas brings more than 10 years of hands on, top tier AV/IT knowledge and experience, and is a highly regarded and commercially driven industry professional. Throughout his career, he has built strong relationships across the channel, including distributors, integrators, consultants, and end customers.
Based in Oslo, and reporting to Roeland Scholten, PPDS Sales Director for Benelux and Nordics, Jonas will take ownership of the commercial strategy for Philips Professional Displays in Norway. His focus will include expanding distributor partnerships, increasing brand visibility within the channel, supporting partners with targeted go to market initiatives, and driving market share growth across key verticals.
Total market solutions
Jonas joins PPDS as the AV market in Norway continues to flourish, with rising demand for high quality AV solutions in markets such as corporate, education, and entertainment due to a growing need for video conferencing, digital signage, and live event production, including LED.
PPDS has maintained an upward trajectory in the country – and the Nordics region – in recent years, with sales of Philips digital signage, ePaper, interactive displays, and dvLED surpassing expectations, while Philips hotel TVs continue to be firmly established as a brand of choice for the hospitality industry. Sister brand, AOC, was also recently named as Norway’s market leader for home and office monitors.
Jonas will work closely with the full AV channel, including distributors, system integrators, AV/IT teams, designers/architects, among others, to identify new market and project opportunities, ensuring PPDS remains a key choice for tenders, big and small, across all market verticals, including retail, corporate, hospitality, transportation, control rooms, public venues, and broadcast.
Seizing opportunity
Discussing his appointment, Jonas commented: “PPDS has become a major force in Norway, and I am excited to seize this opportunity to join such a flexible and forward thinking company with a great team. I believe that, with my skillset and understanding of the market, backed by the incredible portfolio of Philips Professional Displays and associated software and solutions, together we can achieve great things.”
Roeland Scholten added: “In a competitive market, we need strong leaders and personalities to move forward and get where we want to be. Jonas has an impeccable background, working at some of the industry’s most established manufacturers and distributors, and has demonstrated from day one that he is the right fit for PPDS, sharing our values and ambitions. I am delighted to welcome Jonas to the team.”
5, Mar 2026
Salzer Advances India’s Smart Electricity Metering Ecosystem with Wirepas Certified Platform
Coimbatore, India Mar 05: Salzer has announced the integration of Wirepas Certified platform into its smart electricity meters, delivering next-generation metering solutions that help utilities operate more efficiently and intelligently. This adoption highlights Salzer’s commitment to innovation, interoperability and building resilient energy infrastructure across India.
The Wirepas Certified platform allows Salzer meters to form a self-optimizing, collaborative network, automatically adjusting to ensure uninterrupted data flow across urban, rural and mixed infrastructure environments. Utilities benefit from reliable performance without the need for extensive additional infrastructure, enabling smarter energy management at every scale.
“Smart metering is about empowering utilities with accurate, reliable and adaptable technology,” said Lakshminarayana (LN), Vice President at Salzer. “With the Wirepas Certified platform, we can offer solutions that not only meet current industry standards but are prepared for the challenges of tomorrow’s grids. This partnership strengthens our vision of creating truly intelligent energy systems.”
Sebastian Pellorce, SVP AMI India at Wirepas, added, “Salzer’s adoption of the Wirepas Certified platform demonstrates a forward-looking approach to smart metering. It’s about building networks that utilities can trust for years to come.”
By leveraging the platform’s adaptive capabilities, Salzer meters work together to ensure network resilience, scalability and operational efficiency, helping utilities deliver consistent service to customers while reducing operational complexity.
5, Mar 2026
NETSCOUT Report Highlights Rising Sophistication and Scale of Global DDoS Attacks
Bengaluru, Mar 5: NETSCOUT Systems, Inc. has released its DDoS Threat Intelligence Report for the second half of 2025, revealing significant shifts in the scale, sophistication, and coordination of Distributed Denial-of-Service (DDoS) attacks worldwide. According to the report, more than eight million DDoS attacks were recorded across 203 countries and territories, with some attacks reaching sizes of up to 30 terabits per second (Tbps).
The findings indicate a new era of hyper-scale cyber threats driven by AI adoption, coordinated botnets, and persistent hacktivist groups. The rapid growth of DDoS-for-hire services is also enabling a wider range of threat actors to launch complex attacks, increasing operational risks for digitally connected enterprises and organizations.
Security experts warn that the implications extend beyond large-scale traffic floods. Attackers are now leveraging reconnaissance techniques and adaptive evasion strategies, challenging traditional security defenses and requiring organizations to adopt intelligent and automated protection systems.
“Threat actors actively target organizations that lack advanced defenses to withstand sophisticated and coordinated DDoS attacks that can disrupt critical infrastructure,” said Richard Hummel, Director of Threat Intelligence at NETSCOUT. “Traditional security measures are no longer sufficient. As attack size and complexity reach new levels, automated and proactive defenses are now essential business safeguards rather than just technical tools.”
Key Findings from the Report
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Massive Global Attack Volume: Over eight million DDoS attacks were detected across 203 countries and territories in the second half of 2025.
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Multi-Vector Attack Strategies: Around 42% of attacks involved two to five attack vectors, with some dynamically adapting during the attack to evade detection.
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Impact on Broadband and Mobile Providers: Compromised IoT devices and customer-premises equipment generated outbound traffic floods exceeding 1 Tbps, posing risks for service providers.
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Critical Infrastructure Targeted: High-value services such as NTP and DNS systems continue to experience sustained attack pressure, emphasizing the need for resilient network architectures.
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Growing Threat Actor Collaboration: A surge of more than 20,000 botnet-driven attacks in July 2025 demonstrated how coordinated campaigns can overwhelm defenses and disrupt government, finance, and transportation systems.
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Persistent Hacktivist Activity: Despite international efforts to dismantle DDoS-for-hire platforms, hacktivist groups and botnet operators continue to operate and evolve.
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AI-Driven Threat Expansion: The report highlights a 219% increase in discussions of malicious AI tools across underground forums, with threat actors using large language models (LLMs) to accelerate vulnerability discovery and botnet expansion.
NETSCOUT monitors the global DDoS landscape through passive internet vantage points, offering deep visibility into attack trends. For more than 15 years, the company has provided intelligence based on directly observed attack traffic, ensuring consistent and verifiable analysis.
The company currently protects two-thirds of the routed IPv4 internet, securing network edges that carried peak global traffic of over 800 Tbps during the second half of 2025. Its monitoring infrastructure spans 376 industry sectors and 12,698 Autonomous System Numbers (ASNs), enabling the detection of tens of thousands of DDoS attacks daily.
Resources
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Download the NETSCOUT DDoS Threat Intelligence Report H2 2025
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View real-time attack insights on the NETSCOUT Cyber Threat Horizon platform
5, Mar 2026
Nykaa Reinforces Korean Beauty Portfolio with Exclusive Launch of Illiyoon
Mumbai, Mar 05: Nykaa has strengthened its leadership in the Korean beauty category with the exclusive launch of Illiyoon, a renowned dermocosmetic brand from Amorepacific. The launch marks a significant milestone in the decade-long strategic partnership between the two companies and expands Nykaa’s growing portfolio of Korean skincare brands in India.
Nykaa has been instrumental in bringing Korean beauty innovations to India since 2016, beginning with the introduction of Innisfree through its collaboration with Amorepacific. Over the years, the platform has introduced several globally popular K-beauty brands including Laneige, COSRX, Sulwhasoo and Aestura, helping shape India’s rapidly expanding Korean skincare ecosystem.
The debut of Illiyoon further strengthens Nykaa’s Korean beauty offering, introducing Indian consumers to a brand known for its barrier-focused, clinically proven dermocosmetic formulations designed for both face and body care. The brand’s products focus on strengthening the skin barrier, improving moisture retention and delivering long-lasting hydration through advanced skincare science.
The growing popularity of Korean beauty in India reflects changing consumer preferences. According to the Nykaa Beauty Trends Report developed with Redseer, Indian consumers are increasingly seeking gentle, clinically backed skincare products that support long-term skin health. With greater awareness around barrier protection, sensitivity and clean formulations, demand for science-led dermocosmetics is steadily rising.
Illiyoon’s formulations feature patented technologies such as Soy-Ceramide and Ceramide Skin Complex™ 2.0, designed to reinforce skin resilience and support healthier-looking skin. Among its most popular offerings are the ATO Lotion and ATO Concentrate Cream, known for their gentle, fragrance-free formulas suitable for sensitive and dry skin across age groups.
Over the past decade, Nykaa has built one of India’s largest Korean beauty portfolios through its dedicated Korean Beauty Store online and a network of over 280 retail stores nationwide, enabling wider access to premium global skincare brands.
Commenting on the launch, Anchit Nayar, Executive Director and CEO, Nykaa Beauty, said the partnership with Amorepacific has played a key role in shaping India’s K-beauty landscape.
“Our decade-long partnership with Amorepacific has played a defining role in shaping India’s K-beauty journey. Together, we have introduced beloved brands like Laneige, Aestura, Innisfree, Sulwhasoo and COSRX to Indian consumers, catalysing the K-beauty phenomenon in the country. The launch of Illiyoon marks the next chapter in this journey as Indian consumers increasingly prioritise barrier health and sensitive-skin solutions,” he said.
Echoing similar sentiments, Paul Lee, Managing Director and Country Head, Amorepacific India, said the company values its long-standing collaboration with Nykaa.
“We deeply value our decade-long partnership with Nykaa, through which we have played a meaningful role in introducing and shaping the K-Beauty movement in India. With consumers becoming more informed and ingredient-conscious, demand for clinically proven, barrier-focused skincare continues to grow. Following the successful launch of Aestura, we are delighted to introduce Illiyoon as our second K-derma brand in collaboration with Nykaa,” he said.
Illiyoon has launched in India with a curated range of globally trusted products including ATO Lotion, ATO Concentrate Cream, ATO Top to Toe Wash, ATO Gentle Toner, Gentle Foaming Facial Cleanser, Fresh Moisture Lotion, and Stretch Mark Cream.
The brand is now available exclusively on Nykaa’s website and mobile app, offering Indian consumers access to advanced Korean dermatological skincare designed for comfort, hydration and long-term skin health.
5, Mar 2026
Mountain Goat Adventure Festival & 13th Winter Expedition 2026 Concludes with Kärcher India as Official Wash Partner
Mar 05: The 13th edition of the Mountain Goat Winter Expedition 2026 recently concluded, marking another milestone for India’s endurance-driven automotive adventure community. Organized as part of the Mountain Goat Adventure Festival, the expedition took place from February 15 to February 22, 2026, bringing together a convoy of passionate off-roaders on an extraordinary journey across some of the most challenging terrains in South Asia.
Participants navigated through the high-altitude deserts of Leh-Ladakh, the rugged mountain ridges of Himachal Pradesh, and the hidden trails of Upper Mustang in Nepal and Bhutan, making the expedition a true test of endurance, machine reliability, and driving skill.
Kärcher India: The Motor Enthusiast’s Trusted Ally
Supporting the expedition this year as the Official Wash Partner, Kärcher India played a crucial role in maintaining vehicles under extreme environmental conditions. Known globally for its pioneering high-pressure cleaning technology, the brand ensured that participants’ vehicles remained expedition-ready despite the harsh Himalayan terrain.
Founded by Alfred Kärcher, the company introduced Europe’s first hot-water high-pressure washer in 1950, setting the benchmark for modern cleaning technology. As the brand celebrates 90 years of innovation in 2025–26, it continues to lead the global pressure washer market and holds recognition from Guinness World Records for its industry leadership.
Built for Extreme Conditions
For the off-roaders participating in the expedition, reliable maintenance equipment was critical. Traversing snow-covered passes, muddy trails, and icy landscapes exposes vehicles to abrasive debris that can impact performance and mechanical reliability.
Kärcher’s high-pressure cleaning systems helped remove mud, snow, and slush from vehicles, adventure bikes, and equipment—ensuring that drivers could focus on navigating the challenging routes rather than worrying about maintenance issues.
Founders on the Collaboration
Reflecting on the partnership and the growing scale of the expedition, the founders of Mountain Goat emphasized the importance of collaboration in extreme environments.
“As we enter the 13th Winter Expedition in 2026, Mountain Goat continues to push boundaries across newer terrains and tougher conditions. Strong partnerships play a key role in enhancing the expedition experience. In environments where mud, snow, and slush are constant challenges, maintaining vehicles becomes essential not just for performance, but for pride. This collaboration ensures our participants stay expedition-ready throughout the journey,” said Shashwat Gupta and Suraj Tayal, Co-Founders of Mountain Goat.
A Celebration of Endurance and Exploration
The Mountain Goat Winter Expedition has steadily grown into one of India’s most respected endurance-driven automotive adventures, attracting enthusiasts who seek both the thrill of exploration and the camaraderie of a shared journey.
With world-class partners, extreme terrains, and a spirit of adventure, the 13th Winter Expedition 2026 reaffirmed Mountain Goat’s position as a premier platform for off-road exploration and community-driven automotive experiences.
5, Mar 2026
Malabar Gold & Diamonds Opens New Showroom in 4th Block Jayanagar, Marking 23 showrooms in Bengaluru.
Bengaluru, Mar 05: Malabar Gold & Diamonds launched its new showroom in 4th Block Jayanagar on February 28, 2026, further strengthening its presence in Karnataka’s capital. With this addition, the brand will operate 23 showrooms in Bengaluru and 45 showrooms of Karnataka & Goa region, reflecting its continued expansion across key urban markets in the state.
The showroom was inaugurated by, C.K. Ramamurthy, MLA of Jayanagar, along with Cine Actress Srinidhi Shetty, in the presence of Mr. O Asher, Managing Director – India Operations, Mr. Addulla, Director MGDL & Mr. Filsor Babu, Regional Head – Karnataka, Management Team Members, customers and well-wishers.
Located in the well-established commercial hub of Jayanagar 4th Block, 33rd Cross, Bengaluru, the upcoming showroom has been designed to deliver a structured and comfortable jewellery retail experience, aligned with Malabar’s service standards and transparent buying practices. The store will showcase a comprehensive range of gold, diamond, platinum, and gemstone jewellery, including signature collections curated for bridal, festive, every day, and contemporary preferences. Additionally, as part of the store launch, Malabar is offering an exclusive inaugural offer. Customers can take home free silver coins with every purchase from Feb 28th to March 8th, 2026 (T&C Apply)
Commenting on the launch, M. P. Ahammad, Chairman, Malabar Group, said,
“Bengaluru continues to be a key market for us, supported by a strong appreciation for design, craftsmanship, and assured buying standards. The Jayanagar showroom allows us to strengthen accessibility within a well-established residential and commercial neighbourhood, while continuing to offer wider collections and consistent service.”
Across its network, Malabar Gold & Diamonds follows uniform customer assurance practices, including transparent billing with detailed break-ups, HUID-compliant gold, certified diamonds, and consistent pricing policies. With the Jayanagar launch, the brand continues to align its retail formats to evolving customer expectations while maintaining structured quality and process standards.
4, Mar 2026
hubergroup brings ink system TINKREDIBLE MGA to worldwide markets
hubergroup Print Solutions is expanding the availability of its well-established metal decoration ink system TINKREDIBLE MGA to global markets. Already successfully used by leading manufacturers in Europe and India, the mineral oil-free, BPA-free, and PFAS-free ink series is now being rolled out worldwide. Designed for monobloc and three-piece metal cans, TINKREDIBLE MGA combines outstanding print quality, high process stability, and compliance with the strictest international food safety standards. Printers and converters can learn more about the ink system and its track record at METPACK 2026 in Essen, Germany (May 5-8, 2026, Hall 1, Stand 1B11).
Food safety and durability without compromise
As global demand for sustainable and safe food packaging rises, hubergroup strengthens its position in metal decoration with TINKREDIBLE MGA. The low-migration ink series is recognised for its brilliant colours, high durability, and reliable performance in demanding production environments – making it the ideal solution for offset printing on metal cans used in food, pet food, and beverage packaging.
Developed to meet the thermal, mechanical, and regulatory demands of modern food packaging, TINKREDIBLE MGA offers high flexibility, low yellowing, and excellent resistance to heat and sterilisation on both coated and uncoated substrates. Its advanced chemical composition ensures excellent resistance to scratches, moisture, and external influences, ensuring consumer safety while maintaining premium visual quality.
Proven performance – now available worldwide
TINKREDIBLE MGA has earned the trust of leading European manufacturers through years of consistent performance, outstanding process reliability, and stable colour results. The ink series has proven particularly effective for applications such as tuna cans, where shelf life, compliance, and uniform print quality are critical. Building on this track record, hubergroup is now making this established technology accessible to customers around the globe.
“TINKREDIBLE MGA is not a new development, but a proven ink system with a long-standing reputation for quality and reliability,” says Jan Museler, Product Manager Metal Decoration at hubergroup. “With its global rollout, we are enabling printers and brand owners worldwide to achieve the highest standards of safety, performance, and design excellence.”
Flexible portfolio for individual production needs
The TINKREDIBLE MGA range comprises process colours, opaque whites, metallics, and special colours, complemented by customised solutions via the hubergroup mixing system. This comprehensive portfolio allows printers and brand owners to create distinctive, compliant metal packaging designs tailored to specific production requirements and regulatory frameworks.
With the global launch of TINKREDIBLE MGA, hubergroup continues to support the metal packaging industry with future-ready solutions for both monobloc and three-piece can applications, combining safety, performance, and design excellence. At METPACK 2026, printers and converters can learn more about TINKREDIBLE as well as NewV tin, hubergroup’s UV series first-hand at METPACK 2026 in Essen, Germany (May, 5-8, 2026, Hall 1, Stand 1B11).
4, Mar 2026
From Kuala Lumpur to Frankfurt: Lufthansa launches nonstop connection
Mar 4: With the launch of nonstop flights from Kuala Lumpur to Frankfurt, Lufthansa Airlines is strengthening its network in Southeast Asia and focusing on growth in a dynamic region. From October 25, 2026, the connection will be offered five times a week all year around – daily except for Tuesdays and Thursdays. Flights can be booked immediately.
Flight LH 704 departs at 9:30 PM in Frankfurt and arrives in Kuala Lumpur at 4:40 PM local time the following day. The return flight LH 705 takes off at 11:55 PM in Kuala Lumpur and lands at 6:00 AM the following day in the Rhine-Main metropolis. These flight times are optimally coordinated with Lufthansa’s worldwide network from Frankfurt and offer travelers ideal connection possibilities.
The flight will be operated by the new Boeing 787, the most modern and efficient aircraft in the Lufthansa fleet. Equipped with 287 seats in three classes and the new Allegris cabin.
Jens Ritter, CEO Lufthansa Airlines, said: “With the new nonstop connection to Kuala Lumpur and the deployment of our state-of-the-art Dreamliner, we are creating ideal conditions to participate in the growth in Southeast Asia. The innovative Allegris cabin offers our guests the highest comfort and highlights underscore our premium aspiration to offer both leisure travelers and business travelers a first-class travel experience.”
Malaysia: Attractive destination for tourism and business
Malaysia is a very popular destination for both leisure travelers and business travelers. With 42.2 million visitors in 2025, Malaysia was the most visited country in Southeast Asia. The country’s cultural diversity, natural beauty, and historical significance make it a unique travel destination.
Malaysia is also economically strong and growing rapidly. Germany is Malaysia’s most important trading partner in the European Union, and over 700 German companies are based in Malaysia. Lufthansa sees significant growth potential in the region and is specifically focusing on the development of this destination.
From the Lufthansa Group home markets (Germany, Austria, Switzerland, Belgium, and Italy), Lufthansa Airlines will be the only airline with nonstop flights to Malaysia. This makes Kuala Lumpur the third Lufthansa Group destination in Southeast Asia, alongside Bangkok, Singapore and Phuket.
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4, Mar 2026
AD Ports Group Confirms Business Continuity Across All Operations Amid Regional Developments
Abu Dhabi, UAE – Mar 4: AD Ports Group (ADX: ADPORTS), a leading global enabler of trade, industry and logistics solutions, confirms that all operations across its clusters continue as normal in light of current regional developments.
As a precautionary measure, the Group has activated its crisis management and business continuity protocols, in coordination with the concerned authorities in the UAE to safeguard its workforce, partners and stakeholders, while ensuring uninterrupted services to customers.
All UAE ports and terminals managed and operated by the Group’s Ports Cluster, in addition to related services remain fully operational.
As traffic through the Strait of Hormuz has declined, a corresponding reduction in vessel calls at Khalifa Port is anticipated. However, services at Khalifa Port will remain fully operational and uninterrupted. The Group expects increased volumes across its diversified global maritime network as a result of shifting trading routes due to the evolving regional developments.
Across the Group’s Maritime & Shipping Cluster, the majority of its 122 shipping vessels including container, bulk, Ro-Ro, and multipurpose vessels are operating outside the Strait of Hormuz. Those currently within the Strait continue to operate intra-Gulf services. Overall, the impact on the Maritime & Shipping Cluster is expected to be limited. The Group’s Economic Cities & Free Zones and Logistics Clusters are likewise expected to experience limited impact.
Captain Mohamed Juma Al Shamisi, Managing Director and Group CEO of AD Ports Group, said: “Global trade has historically demonstrated resilience during periods of geopolitical tension. Through disciplined execution, operational excellence and proactive risk management, AD Ports Group remains well positioned to support supply chain stability and uphold its commitments to customers across its global network, in line with vision with our wise leadership.’’
As a diversified global trade enabler with an integrated international portfolio, AD Ports Groop continues to closely monitor geopolitical developments and assess any potential implications for maritime routes, supply chains, and global trade flows. The Group will provide further market updates as the situation evolves.
