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Source: www.wam.ae

Lianlian DigiTech Opens Middle East Office in DIFC for Cross-Border Payments

Global fintech platform Lianlian DigiTech has officially opened its Middle East regional office in the Dubai International Financial Centre. The move builds on the firm's Category 3D Payment Service Provider licence from the Dubai Financial Services Authority. The hub will provide cross-border payment, foreign exchange, and treasury management services to support trade between China and the Middle East.

China–UAE News
Source: Container Management

GT LINES Partners With Chinese Carriers on Two China-Khorfakkan Container Services

GT LINES, the container shipping division of UAE-based Gulftainer Group, has partnered with Chinese carriers to operate two direct China–Khorfakkan shipping routes. The arrangements include an upgraded KCX 1 service in a five-vessel consortium and cooperation with CULines on the KCX 5 service. Both services are scheduled to begin in early November 2026.

China–UAE News
Source: American Journal of Transportation

GT LINES Partners with Chinese Shipping Lines to Expand UAE-China Container Routes

GT LINES, the container shipping division of UAE-based Gulftainer Group, has formed partnerships with leading Chinese carriers to bolster trade connectivity between Asia and the Middle East. The collaboration introduces a five-vessel consortium on the KCX 1 service alongside Zhong Gu, Sea Legend, and Ningbo Ocean, plus joint cooperation with CULines on the KCX 5 service. All arrangements are scheduled to begin in early November 2026.

China–UAE News
Source: Forbes Middle East

NMDC Group Signs Energy and Marine Deals at ADIPEC 2026, Including China Accord

UAE-based NMDC Group signed a series of energy, marine, and subsea infrastructure agreements during ADIPEC 2026 in Abu Dhabi. Among the partnerships is a long-term cooperation framework with the China Chamber of Commerce for the Petroleum Industry to expand bilateral supply chain and energy infrastructure opportunities. The group also agreed partnerships with Tekmar, e& UAE, Borouge International, and a survey consortium.

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