Doha, May 11 (QNA) - Qatar Free Zones Authority (QFZ) has reaffirmed its commitment to advancing the resilience of supply chains, supporting the smooth flow of goods, thus consolidating Qatar's position as a strategic hub for logistics and global trade.

As part of its ongoing efforts, QFZ, in collaboration with the Ministry of Commerce and Industry (MoCI), led a series of targeted engagements with its logistics partners with the aim of enhancing operational efficiency and supporting the readiness of supply chains. These efforts are part of a coordinated approach that aims to facilitate uninterrupted logistics activity and deliver timely, efficient response to the needs of companies operating within Qatar's free zones.

These efforts were further reinforced through a series of site visits held by HE Chief Executive Officer of QFZ Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal Al-Thani and members of senior management, to review the progress of operations and the needs of investors in the free zones.

Site visits included the Customs Center at Ras Bufontas Free Zone, in addition to leading logistics operators in Qatar’s free zones to assess on-the-ground requirements and identify areas of support for their continued operations.

On the operational front, QFZ continues to enable the seamless movement of goods through a bundle of facilities, including streamlined customs procedures implemented in coordination with the General Authority of Customs and Qatar Airways. This allows for fast transit, re-export movements and enhance their efficiency, particularly across GCC markets.

HE Chairman of the General Authority of Customs Ahmed bin Abdullah Al Jamal said: "The General Authority of Customs continues to coordinate with QFZ and the concerned partners to facilitate the movement of goods and support smooth trade flows." "Through institutional integration and streamlining of procedures, we promote a flexible customs ecosystem that enables businesses to operate with confidence and efficiency."

In turn, HE Chief Executive Officer of QFZ Sheikh Mohammed bin Hamad bin Faisal Al-Thani said: "QFZ remains closely engaged with its logistics partners to support uninterrupted operations and reinforce the resilience of supply chains. Our focus is on enabling our investors to continue delivering at scale, supported by a coordinated ecosystem that prioritizes efficiency, reliability, and operational excellence. Aligned with Qatar's national efforts, we are coordinating with the General Authority of Customs to enable efficient customs clearance processes and address evolving requirements, bolstering the performance of our logistics platform while maintaining a stable and enabling environment."

QFZ hosts top logistics providers in its free zones, which underscores the growing confidence in the investment environment provided by the State of Qatar, and enhances its position as a reliable logistics hub that is well connected to global markets. (QNA)