AD Ports Group And MBME Group Partner To Boost Fintech And Digital Trade Solutions

AD Ports Group, a global leader in integrated trade and logistics, has signed a framework agreement with MBME Group, a prominent UAE-based fintech provider.

This collaboration aims to explore and develop advanced digital and financial technologies that will redefine trade, logistics, and financial service landscapes both locally and internationally. The agreement supports the UAE’s digital economy goals and promotes innovation in trade facilitation.

A Strategic Collaboration to Drive Digital Transformation

AD Ports Group, through its digital division Maqta Technologies, has already been at the forefront of digital innovation via its Advanced Trade and Logistics Platform (ATLP). Now, with MBME Group’s fintech capabilities, the partnership will explore solutions in areas such as:

• Digital payments and e-signatures

• Goods traceability and shipment validation

• Compliance systems and whistleblower frameworks

• Onboarding systems for customers and partners

These digital enhancements will improve operational efficiency, reduce carbon emissions, and ensure compliance across global supply chains. The partnership is also expected to support ESG goals through traceability and transparent reporting.

Strengthening UAE’s Global Trade Leadership through Innovation

This collaboration reflects a shared vision of positioning the UAE as a leader in digital trade and financial innovation. MBME Group’s advanced fintech services will be integrated into AD Ports’ logistics platforms, enabling:

• Unified traceability of goods across borders

• Digital solutions for customs, tax duties, and compliance reporting

• Stronger supplier collaboration and transparency

By deploying these tools, the UAE can strengthen its competitive edge in global logistics while encouraging investment and improving customer satisfaction.

Mohamed Jamal-Eddine, Group Chief Digital & Transformation Officer at AD Ports Group, said: “The signing of this framework agreement demonstrates our continued commitment to driving digital transformation across the trade and logistics sectors. We will explore opportunities to integrate MBME Group’s fintech expertise with AD Ports Group’s TradeTech platforms and global reach, to unlock new efficiencies and deliver impactful solutions that redefine industry standards and support sustainable growth”.

Abdelhadi Mohamed, Managing Director and Group CEO of MBME Group, said: “This partnership demonstrates MBME Group’s commitment to advancing financial technology and delivering transformative solutions that empower businesses and communities. By joining forces with AD Ports Group, one of the Middle East’s most innovative integrated trade, transport, and logistics groups, we are uniquely positioned to create innovative fintech services that not only enhance operational efficiency, but also contribute to the UAE’s leadership in global markets”.

The partnership between AD Ports Group and MBME Group marks a major step toward modernizing trade and logistics through fintech innovation. By leveraging their combined expertise, the two entities aim to streamline trade processes, promote digital adoption, and position the UAE as a global hub for tech-driven commerce. This collaboration aligns with the UAE’s broader strategy of digital transformation and economic diversification.