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Trade Notes from the UAE
Market observations from the desk of a working trading company. Coverage spans automotive trade, aviation supply, oils and lubricants, heavy equipment, international procurement, export and logistics, African markets, and industry updates — new categories will fill as articles are published.
The Rise of Chinese Car Brands in the UAE: Value, Innovation, and Growing Demand
Listings of Chinese vehicles grew 56% year-on-year and buyer inquiries 77%. What that shift means for UAE trade — and for African and Asian import markets.
Dubai: A Growing Automotive Hub for African and Asian Markets
Free zones, Jebel Ali Port, and 140+ shipping routes: how the UAE became the gateway for vehicle trade to two continents.
The Used Automobile Industry in the UAE: Growth, Trends, and Opportunities
A USD 20.6 billion market heading toward USD 35–45 billion by 2030 — where the growth is, and what it means for exporters.
Upcoming coverage: aviation supply, oils and lubricants, heavy equipment, international procurement, and African market notes. Articles are published when there is something real to say — no filler content.