Dubai is an excellent logistics destination with warehouses having great international infrastructure, location, and policies favouring traders. But, all the same, you have to keep in mind that not all storage facilities in Dubai are the same.
Warehouses that cater to various businesses can have features specific to their distinct requirements. Different types of warehouses are available for rent in Dubai, each designed to meet specific storage needs. You might want to consider the accessibility to different transportation routes like highways, ports and airports. And then the pricing, it also cannot be overlooked.
Choosing the right warehouse would mean considering all these factors. By understanding what each warehouse type offers, you can make an informed decision and pick the one that suits you best.
AC/NON-AC WAREHOUSE
When you decide on renting a warehouse to store your products, you have to take into account the nature of your goods. Electronics, pharmaceuticals, perishable goods, and regulated goods might need a climate-controlled space. Humidity is another critical factor to consider.
In an A/C warehouse, goods are stored in an air-conditioned facility maintained at a control between 22–27 degrees Celsius to retain a longer shelf life.
The A/C Warehouses are available in sizes ranging from 50 sq ft to 10,000 sq ft.
You can also rent a minimum of 3 pallets or 5 CBMs up to any size or quantity.
Prices of warehouse rental vary depending on how long your requirement, size, and your preferred location.
Warehouses without AC are subject to the weather, especially in a hot region like the UAE. Items that aren't sensitive to temperature changes can be stored in such warehouses.
There are several On-Demand warehousing services in Dubai, with a range of options to choose from. With warehouses of varying sizes and types available, you can select one that perfectly meets your business needs. Additionally, you have the flexibility to rent a warehouse for a duration that suits your specific schedule, thus saving on costs. This way, you can ensure that you have an ideal space to store your goods without any inconvenience, and at the same time, easier on your pockets.
Cargoz gives you multiple options for storage as a service in Dubai. They are available in different sizes and types and almost instantaneously.
Check out the complete list of locations available for flexible warehousing.
FOOD GRADE/ COLD STORAGE WAREHOUSE
If you are in the market for a storage facility for your food products, then a food-grade warehouse might be just what you're looking for.
These specialized facilities are FDA-approved and come equipped with climate control systems that monitor temperature and humidity in real-time. There are rigorous annual inspections for compliance with various safety protocols as laid down by the municipality. You can rest assured that your items will be kept safe and sound.
The best food-grade warehouses have experienced personnel and state-of-the-art equipment for handling goods and efficient storage and retrieval systems.
The cold storage warehouses have temperatures from -20 degrees to +18 degrees.
The freezer chambers can be monitored and mapped hourly, giving better control over specified temperatures and humidity.
Read more on organizing a perfect food storage warehouse here.
The rates for these warehouses will depend on factors like chosen temperature, volume, and duration of storage. And if you need any additional services like cargo distribution, dry storage, or freezer, there may be extra charges.
The warehouses are available in various grades in both the free zone and mainland in the UAE.
Cargoz can take care of your warehousing requirements, allowing you to rent your space requirement from the best internationally compliant warehouses available in Dubai on a flexible basis. You can rent for only the required time frame and pay for the actuals.
GENERAL CARGO/ FREE STORAGE
The term "general cargo" refers to goods that can be transported in specific load units such as boxes, drums, or pallets. This category does not include any liquid freight or bulk load. The mainland and the Free Zones have warehouses for general cargo storage.
This storage is available in a temperature-controlled environment. Open yards also serve as storage space for General Cargo.
You can book a minimum of 3 pallets or 5 CBMs up to any size, starting from storage areas of various sizes from 50 sq ft up to 10,000 sq. ft.
Most storage areas usually have racked storage space for conveniently storing your goods.
The warehouse rent depends on your space requirement, location, and requirement period.
Read more on everything you need to know when choosing a warehouse for general cargo.
If you choose Cargoz for your warehousing requirements, you can choose storage spaces from hundreds of warehouses on a weekly, monthly, or annual contract.
In other words, you have the flexibility to select shorter rental periods instead of yearly agreements and complicated formalities.
MEDICAL/ CHEMICAL GOODS STORAGE
Warehouses for medical storage provide separate storage spaces for chemicals, Radioactive materials, Narcotic drugs, etc. Ensuring safety is of utmost importance in a warehouse meant for medical/ chemical goods storage.
When storing regulated goods, the warehouses must adhere to many protocols to ensure the commodities' safety. Various types of hazardous materials may require specific storage conditions.
These warehouses must comply with the appropriate storage requirements for each type of dangerous good. as well as conform to the Dubai Municipality Code of Practice for Management of Dangerous Goods.
It is important to ensure that all employees handling dangerous goods receive proper training in handling, storage, and emergency response procedures. They must also keep themselves updated on any rule changes by the UAE government.
These storage warehouses are usually temperature controlled between 15 and 20 degrees Celsius, with less than 60% humidity.
Additional precautionary measures are also taken to dispose of hazardous medical wastes like Expired or rejected medicines.
OPEN YARD
When you select an open yard, it is essential to confirm the safety protocols of these storage spaces as you would be storing your goods outside.
You can have open yards, closed yards, open sheds, and container storage facilities in the Freezone and mainland areas.
These warehouses are available in JAFZA South or JAFZA North, DIP, DIC & AI Quoz.
FREE ZONE STORAGE
The UAE's free zone warehousing facilities have a well-designed infrastructure that allows trading companies to store their inventory and import/export goods for distribution in the UAE and other GCC member nations.
You can have a free zone warehouse for General Cargo, Food Products, medicines, Dangerous Goods (DG) cargo, etc.
The main advantage of a free zone warehouse is its tax benefits and complete ownership of the companies.
Here is everything you need to know when choosing a warehouse in the Free Zone.
Free Zone warehouses and storage are available in Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA), Al Hamriyah Free Zone, and Sharjah International Airport Free Zone (SAIF Zone). Prices depend upon the chosen warehouse's size, location, and requirement period.
You can now find flexible, budget-friendly storage options for your business.
With Cargoz, you won't have to worry about being tied down to a fixed minimum rental period or renting an excessive storage space you don't need. You don't have to sign rigid contracts or bear the consequences of breaking them. You don't have a long waiting time to be done with the formalities to start storing your goods in the rented space.
With On-demand warehousing, you get the storage space almost instantly. You pay for the exact space and time you require, whether for a short-term weekly agreement, a longer-term monthly agreement, or even a yearly one. Furthermore, with Cargoz, expanding your storage space is a breeze when necessary.
And, with access to all the top storage locations in Dubai, Cargoz can find you the ideal storage solution for all businesses.
If you're looking for an unconventional solution to traditional storage leasing, Cargoz has the perfect alternatives for you. Get in touch with our team to know more.