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PayCargo, a leading digital logistics payment platform, has officially launched its services in the UAE, marking a major milestone in the digitisation of cargo operations in the region. Emirates SkyCargo is the first carrier in the UAE to adopt the solution, enabling customers to benefit from fast, secure, and seamless payment processing.
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The integration allows Emirates SkyCargo customers in the UAE to make instant payments through credit card or direct debit, resulting in same-day or next-business-day cargo release. The collaboration signals a shift away from traditional, manual payment systems, such as cash transactions, that still dominate the cargo industry, a Dubai Media Office report said.
Improving efficiency and customer experience
“The next era of logistics, and of Emirates SkyCargo, will be defined by smart technology and digital solutions,” said Badr Abbas, Divisional Senior Vice President at Emirates SkyCargo. “This partnership with PayCargo ensures we are at the forefront of that evolution, providing faster and more secure transactions for our customers, streamlining processes for our internal teams, and solving industry-wide challenges of accessing air freight capacity.”
PayCargo’s online platform connects carriers, freight forwarders, and vendors, reducing delays and administrative burdens tied to manual payment methods. Eduardo Del Riego, President and CEO of PayCargo, emphasized the benefits of launching with a major regional partner: “We’re thrilled to begin our UAE operations with Emirates SkyCargo. By eliminating manual systems, we can provide a more efficient and reliable solution that saves customers valuable time. We look forward to further collaboration as Emirates SkyCargo leads the way in digital logistics.”
Strategic expansion backed by UAE vision
The UAE launch is a direct outcome of PayCargo’s 2022 strategic partnership with Seed Group, a company of the Private Office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum. Seed Group was instrumental in introducing PayCargo to the region and supporting its growth across the Middle East and North Africa.
Already positioned as a global trade and logistics hub, the UAE has invested heavily in multi-modal infrastructure, digital innovation, and policy frameworks to enhance its competitiveness. The launch of PayCargo, in collaboration with the world’s largest international airline, underscores the nation’s commitment to resilient and future-ready logistics solutions powered by world-class digital infrastructure.
