DHL Express has signed a strategic partnership with Octopios, a fast-growing B2B e-commerce platform, in a move set to reshape how small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) across the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region engage with global markets.
The agreement was formalised by Jawad Ouaziz, Vice President Commercial at DHL Express UAE, and Hassan Emam, Co-Founder and CEO of Octopios. The collaboration merges DHL’s robust international logistics infrastructure with Octopios’ digital trade ecosystem, offering seamless end-to-end cross-border services.
Through this partnership, Octopios users can now access integrated shipping, customs clearance, and real-time delivery tracking directly within the platform. This streamlining of operations removes traditional roadblocks for regional SMEs, such as complicated documentation, multiple service providers, and lack of shipment transparency.
“This partnership reflects our vision of making international trade as efficient and sustainable as possible,” said Mahmoud Hajj Hussein, Country Manager at DHL Express UAE.
“We’re helping SMEs overcome legacy challenges by providing fast, reliable, and simplified solutions.”
🌍 Greener Growth with GoGreen Plus
In a significant sustainability move, Octopios has also joined DHL’s GoGreen Plus program, which enables carbon-reduced international shipments powered by Sustainable Aviation Fuel (SAF). This reflects both companies’ commitment to environmental responsibility and supports the UAE’s broader strategy for a green, innovation-led economy.
“We’re not just building a platform—we’re building future-ready infrastructure for digital trade,” said Hassan Emam.
“Partnering with DHL gives our users the confidence to scale sustainably and globally.”
🚀 Launchpad for Global Expansion
With DHL’s presence in over 220 countries and territories, Octopios users are now positioned to enter new international markets with speed and agility. The integration also enhances supply chain visibility and strengthens MENA’s standing as a competitive player in the global e-commerce economy.
This collaboration is expected to open doors for thousands of SMEs across the region, accelerating digital transformation and contributing to a more inclusive, borderless trade environment.
