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Marine Logistics Company Investment Opportunity in Dubai, UAE

Invest in highly successful marine and oil field trading and services company based in Dubai.
Established reputation: With 11 years of proven success in the marine logistics and oil field trading sectors, this Dubai-based company commands industry respect and trust. - Strong revenue generation: Consistently generating revenue, demonstrating robust financial health and a stable client base. -Strategic asset portfolio: The company owns a large warehouse, modern office space, and a strategically located showroom, all of which enhance business operations and client engagement, significantly increasing the asset value. - Comprehensive logistics Capabilities: A dedicated fleet of vehicles ensures smooth and efficient logistics and transportation, enhancing service delivery for B2B clients. - Market advantage: Located in Dubai, a pivotal hub for marine and oil field logistics, the company benefits from strategic geographic positioning and access to key markets. - Diverse service offering: The business combines trading and service solutions tailored to the marine and oil field industries, providing comprehensive client solutions.
8.4   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 3.3 million
EBITDA Margin
0 - 10 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 1.1 Mn for 40%
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Marine Logistics Company Investment Opportunity in India

Integrated sea, air and road logistics business seeks investment to expand fleet and warehousing.
Business: 85-year-old, family-run marine logistics company (4th generation) headquartered across Singapore, India and Dubai with ~1,000 employees and a debt-free balance sheet. - Core offering: Integrated sea logistics with complementary air cargo and on-road transport, end-to-end freight forwarding, chartering, vessel acquisition and fleet leasing. - Port services: Large, long-established cargo stevedoring and dredging operator in Mangalore serving bulk and general cargo. - Shipping fleet: Vessel-owning and chartering division (HQ Singapore) provides global shipping including Handy-to-Cape bulk carriers for dry bulk and charter services. - Air cargo: Dubai-headquartered air cargo division with contractual agreements with DHL across 11+ countries for international air freight and express logistics. - Warehousing & distribution: Smart warehousing, last-mile delivery and on-road transport for multimodal supply chain and distribution management. - Customs & compliance: Customs clearance, documentation and regulatory liaison leveraging strong government relationships across multiple countries. - Customer base: Large industrial and trading clients including Maersk, ArcelorMittal, Essar, Glencore, CMA CGM, Qatar Govt, IFFCO and major steel, mining and commodity houses. - Revenue mix: Dry bulk shipping focused on iron ore and coal (~40% each of dry bulk volumes) with remaining 20% from steel and other bulk goods; additional revenue from freight forwarding, chartering, stevedoring, warehousing and last-mile services. - Global network: Partners and associates across Europe, USA, Gulf, Far East and Africa enabling international trade lanes and cross-border logistics. - Fundraising use: Raising growth capital to expand fleet, scale air/road operations, enhance smart warehousing and deepen global service coverage (full details available to introduced investors). - While the monthly revenue may appear high relative to the employee count, it is driven by the volume of shipping orders received and the size of bulk consignments. - The advisor handling the transaction is not in the country right now but will be available to handle the transaction.
Integrated sea, air and road logistics business seeks investment to expand fleet and warehousing.
9.4   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 136 million
EBITDA Margin
0 - 10 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 16 Mn for 20%
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Newly Established Last Mile Delivery Company Investment Opportunity in Dubai, UAE

Investor sought by a new logistics business led by promoter with 20 years of experience.
Business that will provide overseas freight & logistics and last mile delivery services for institutional clients. - The business is yet to start operations. - We will not have our own fleet or assets for transportation and will rely on third-party providers. - The business model is structured around a performance-based revenue per package, with confidentiality on client identity maintained under NDA terms. - We will get paid on a per package basis, for eg, AED 50 per 100kg package. - The business has a trade license and is registered in Dubai. - The CEO has 20 years of experience in the logistics industry. - Launched new company to focus on the overseas sector and specified projects in the UAE and based the HQ at Dubai.
6.8   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
USD 490 K for 49%
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Newly Established Last Mile Delivery Company Investment Opportunity in Dubai, UAE

Investor sought by a new logistics business led by promoter with 20 years of experience.
Business that will provide overseas freight & logistics and last mile delivery services for institutional clients. - The business is yet to start operations. - We will not have our own fleet or assets for transportation and will rely on third-party providers. - The business model is structured around a performance-based revenue per package, with confidentiality on client identity maintained under NDA terms. - We will get paid on a per package basis, for eg, AED 50 per 100kg package. - The business has a trade license and is registered in Dubai. - The CEO has 20 years of experience in the logistics industry. - Launched new company to focus on the overseas sector and specified projects in the UAE and based the HQ at Dubai.
6.8   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
USD 490 K for 49%
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Last Mile Delivery Company Investment Opportunity in Dubai, UAE

Company specializing in the supply of riders and bikes to E-commerce companies (Talabat) seeks investment.
Start-up business that has been profitable after the second month of operations. - There is massive growth potential as there is a huge shortage in the market for delivery drivers. - We rent out delivery bikes and send riders to deliver food. - We have one client at the moment which is Talabat. - Company has rented 167 bikes. - We are a delivery partner and have direct contract for Talabat, supplying them with rented bikes and drivers and we have recently secured a direct contract with Hey Carry, and are in the process of securing Deliveroo as well. - Business has additional profit gaining opportunities and low office overheads. - Business does not have any loan and has 3 owners, 2 of them hold 40% stake in the company and rest 20% is owned by the third owner.
6.7   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 330 thousand
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 190 K for 20%
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Last Mile Delivery Company Seeking Loan in Dubai, UAE

Company providing delivery support to food delivery businesses with a reputed client base.
We are a logistics and a delivery service company. - Our clientele are the top 3 leading corpoates of UAE with a disciplined payment track record. - Some of our clients are Zomato, Uber Eats, local grocery shops, pharmacies, and local cafeterias. - 100% of the employees are on the company's visa. - Business has a gross monthly margin of 15%. - We charge the client monthly fees with 70% as the fixed charge and the rest 30% as a performance-based fee. - The business has one director with a 100% stake in the company. - Company does not have any outstanding loans. - The business was established last year which is the reason for low reported sales. - The services provided by us have a high demand which is the reason for a high growth rate.
6.8   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 1.3 million
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Business Loan
USD 1.36 Mn at 12%
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Freight Forwarder Seeking Loan in Dubai, UAE

Freight forwarder in Dubai that has 200+ clients and also has presence in southern Africa.
Company provides freight forwarding services for the movement of heavy machinery, construction materials and equipment through air and sea. - We have tie-ups with 6 air logistics and 4 sea logistics companies. - Have 17+ permanent clients in Dubai who imports & exports regularly and we take care of their customs and freight forwarding activities. - Additionally, we have 150+ clients in Zimbabwe, 8 clients in Zambia, and 7 clients in Botswana who imports regularly from Dubai and we undertake their freight forwarding activities. - African market has a huge opportunity for freight forwarders and as a result, we have set-up an office in Zimbabwe. We also plan to set-up offices in Zambia and Botswana. - The office in Zimbabwe only provides us leads / customers from southern Africa who wants to import goods from Dubai and then we undertake the freight forwarding process. - Apart from receiving freight forwarding orders directly from our clients, we have also established tie-ups with 350 other freight forwarders based in 75 countries who provide us referral orders. We have good & friendly relation with all our international tie-ups. - Generate 80% of sales through direct orders and remaining 20% sales through referral orders. - Company has won 2 awards and both of them were awarded by Asian Logistics Leadership Award. Award 1: Best Logistics Service Provider (Project Cargo and Heavy Lift) Award 2: Best End to End Customer Service Award. - Founder of the company has more than 23 years of experience in this industry. - Our run rate sales have dropped due to the impact of COVID-19. - Our company website is currently under renovation and will be back live in about 2 week.
7.6   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 3.3 million
EBITDA Margin
0 - 10 %
Business Loan
USD 270 K at 15%
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Freight Forwarder Seeking Loan in Dubai, UAE

Leading freight-forwarding business in Dubai, supported by dedicated network of agents and significant business growth.
Situated in Dubai, a global logistics hub, this freight forwarding company specializes in comprehensive end-to-end solutions including sea, air, and road transport, catering to the dynamic needs of international trade. - Expertise in handling Full Container Load (FCL), Less than Container Load (LCL), and customs clearance ensures seamless cargo movement, optimizing supply chain efficiency for businesses. - The company offers strategic partnerships for warehouse operations, providing clients with the flexibility and scalability needed without the overhead costs associated with owning warehouse facilities. - Tailored services like road transport and courier solutions enable the company to serve a diverse array of B2B clients, including trading companies keen on efficient logistics management. - With a dedicated team of 5 employees, the company ensures personalized, agile service, crucial for maintaining strong customer relationships in a competitive logistics market. - The business leverages its Dubai location to tap into expansive logistics corridors, enabling swift and cost-effective freight forwarding for both local and international markets. - Strategic alliances with warehouse operations enable the company to maintain an asset-light model, reducing operational costs and increasing profits, while allowing a focus on improving service quality and customer satisfaction. - This logistics company is well-positioned to capitalize on the increasing demand for integrated transport solutions, driven by global trade growth and the need for reliable supply chain networks.
6.1   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 1.3 million
EBITDA Margin
8 %
Business Loan
USD 136 K at 7%
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Integrated Logistics Operator Investment Opportunity in İstanbul, Turkey

Invest in a centralized delivery management platform for expansion into the UAE market.
Centralized delivery management platform: - Offers a centralized delivery management platform for e-commerce businesses. - Key features include single integration with multiple carriers, a unified tracking panel, competitive pricing, a 24/7 call centre, subscription models, and upcoming pay-in-advance options. - Target audience includes e-commerce enterprises looking to streamline delivery processes, save on shipping costs, and improve tracking and customer support. - Accessible to businesses of all technical expertise levels. Advantages of investing in our company: - Market opportunity in the rapidly growing e-commerce logistics market. - Global expansion, starting with entry into Dubai and the UAE sector. - Technology-driven features with analytics, optimization, and real-time tracking capabilities. - Diversified revenue streams with upcoming subscription models and pay-in-advance options. - Strategic partnerships with Seed Group and access to VIP networks. - Competitive pricing with negotiated rates from multiple carriers. - Customer-focused approach with a 24/7 call centre and dedicated customer relations team. Partners: - Collaborates with 5 partners for shipping cargo. - Collaboration with Seed Group, backed by the private office of Sheikh Saeed bin Ahmed Al Maktoum, enhances credibility and provides access to VIP networks in the UAE market. Sales increase: - Sales have increased this year due to investments from the Turkey Islamic bank, and their introduction to their 4 million customers. - We are a Turkish company expanding into the UAE market.
6.8   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 540 thousand
EBITDA Margin
1 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 500 K for 12%
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Ground Logistics Business Seeking Loan in Dubai, UAE

Non-operational Dubai-based courier business offering parcel and freight services, seeks funding to relaunch operations.
A courier services business based in Dubai, operating under a trade license, but it is currently non-operational due to capital constraints. - The business focused on parcel and freight solutions, providing collection, transportation, and delivery services for consignments of all sizes across the UAE. - Over its two years of fully operational status, the business generated $200,000 in sales in its last year with a 10% profit margin, showcasing a solid demand for its services. - It served 20-25 clients comprised of various businesses throughout the UAE, billing on a per-order basis, ensuring flexibility and scalability with customer needs. - Despite its current non-operational status, the company has a foundation and infrastructure that could potentially be reactivated with adequate funding.
7.5   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
Nil
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Business Loan
USD 50 K at 7%
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Mid-market Freight Forwarder Investment Opportunity in Dubai, UAE

Logistics & Freight Forwarding company catering services to 30 clients seeks investment.
4-month-old company, having 30 clients on board. - Have tied up with all major airlines, the WCA network, and major international agents. - Have100% CAG. - The company is currently operating at the breakeven stage. - The company was started at the end of last year. - The directors have over 30 years of experience in this industry. - We are able to generate the given revenue since the warehouse is open 24/7.
8.3   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 6.5 million
EBITDA Margin
Nil
Partial Stake Sale
USD 1.63 Mn for 33%
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Last Mile Delivery Company Investment Opportunity in London, UK

Last-mile electric vehicle and mobility brand. Ready for global expansion.
We make an impact and profit in unexpected markets. Investor would be investing in the future of the company with the confidence of years’ worth of solid foundations supporting it. - We are not capital intensive (strategic business model). - 10x growth rate YoY in the past year. - 100% Revenue growth YoY. - A 23x growth rate forecast for 2025. - LTV is USD 98,000 (private customers in UAE). - USD 450m active sales pipeline. * Secured an assembly plant in Europe. * Secured contracts for 38,000 units ($60m) * Secured product roadmap (5 years) • Technological roadmap secured. * Built an internationally recognised, trusted brand. * Scaled into 13 countries (24 more in conversation) * The first to launch 2-wheeled EVs in the GCC region. * Built a dedicated team aligned to a global vision. * Created high barriers to entry. * Set the benchmark for competition. * Spent five years building foundational growth. * Became market leaders - technically and commercially. * Built a go-to reputation regionally. * Innovated vehicles and tech. * Multi-award-winning. * Audited ESG framework. All of this and we’ve only just got started. In our sector, we are building the largest EV mobility brand globally. We’ve scaled efficiently, and effectively without costly mistakes. Investment purpose: * Inventory to operate a 3PL in the UAE. - 1,000 vehicle capacity year one. * Stimulate distributor sales network. * Sales and Distribution growth team. * Marketing (to stimulate distributor sales growth) * New vehicle related patents. * 30 country distributors. * ~100+ dealerships. * 50,000 vehicle sales in the next 2 years ($150m revenue) * 10,000 vehicles leased generating ($16m ARR UAE) * We believe we are building a $3bn global business. Our scalability has no restrictions. The business has seen a high growth rate as we have entered into many new contracts this year. Distribution contracts signed for the following countries; UAE, UK, Sri Lanka, Nepal, Chile, Bahrain, Iraq, Jordan, Ethiopia, South Africa, Croatia, Bahrain. Multi-award-winning, with the following awards: • Sustainable Business of the Year. • GITEX Future Stars. • RTA Innovation Week. • Scale-Up of the Year. • Dubai Chamber Market Access. • Hitachi Innovation Award.
8.3   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 4.1 million
EBITDA Margin
10 - 20 %
Partial Stake Sale
USD 4.1 Mn for 10%
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Last Mile Delivery Business Seeking Loan in Dubai, UAE

Bike delivery service with B2B contracts with food delivery aggregators seeks funding to buy bikes.
B2B bike delivery service that provides bike riders for Uber and Talabat. - The company has contracts with Uber. - We get AED 3,800/rider from Uber and we pay around AED 2,800 as salary to the driver. - The operating profit retained is between AED 200-300. - The business's local sponsor owns 51% while the other owner holds 49% of the business. - No loans taken by the business. - We have another successful delivery business with almost 55 riders that was started 6 years ago. We started this new company this year and are seeking funds solely for its growth and expansion. - Our network and goodwill with the older business have helped us get good B2B leads for this new venture.
6.9   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 50 thousand
EBITDA Margin
7 %
Business Loan
USD 19 K at 10%
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Ground Logistics Company Seeking Loan in Dubai, UAE

Company involved in logistics & cargo field looking for a loan.
The company started operation in the last month of last year. - Currently catering to 3 clients. - The clients are from the F&B industry and the textile industry. - The good are currently being transported through a market truck and not our own truck.
5.8   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 65 thousand
EBITDA Margin
20 %
Business Loan
USD 27 K at 10%
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Profitable Trucking Company for Sale in Dubai, UAE

Acquire an established 10-year-old company transporting goods across the Gulf.
Established over a decade ago, this Dubai-based transportation and logistics company offers expertise in haulier services and customs brokerage within the UAE and GCC region. - With a workforce of 15 employees, the company has built a stable foundation with long-term contracts with blue-chip clients, ensuring consistent revenue streams. - Capitalize on the growth in the logistics sector; the business has a scalable opportunity to expand fourfold by adding more trucks to meet the demand of existing customers. - Leverage a rich database of existing and potential clients to drive customer acquisition and foster long-lasting business relationships. - Opportunities for business diversification abound with the potential for growth into specialized areas such as reefers, water tankers, chemical tankers, heavy trailers, and more. - The company also identifies lateral growth opportunities in truck repair and maintenance, spare parts, fuel trading, and light vehicle services, enhancing its market presence. - A robust business model in place, this transportation and logistics company is strategically positioned to seize emerging market trends and maximize profitability.
8.1   Dubai
Run Rate Sales
USD 460 thousand
EBITDA Margin
40 %
Business for Sale
USD 540 K
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Investing in Businesses: A Comprehensive Guide

Investing in businesses is a strategic endeavor that can significantly grow your wealth if approached knowledgeably. Whether you're a seasoned investor or just starting, understanding the intricacies of businesses for investment is crucial.

Understanding Business Investment

Business investment refers to the allocation of capital to a company with the expectation of receiving financial returns. This can occur through direct investment in a private company or by purchasing stocks and shares of publicly traded businesses.

Types of Business Investments

  1. Equity Investment: This involves purchasing shares of a company. Equity investors become partial owners and have potential returns through dividends and appreciation of the stock value.

  2. Debt Investment: Investors lend money to businesses in exchange for interest income. This can include corporate bonds or business loans.

  3. Venture Capital and Angel Investing: These are types of equity investment where investors provide capital to startups and small businesses that have potential for growth.

  4. Crowdfunding: An innovative way to invest in businesses where multiple investors contribute small amounts of capital via platforms like Kickstarter or Indiegogo.

Advantages of Investing in Businesses

  • Potential for High Returns: Businesses have the potential to grow substantially, resulting in significant returns on investment.
  • Portfolio Diversification: Investing in various businesses can diversify an investment portfolio, reducing overall risk.
  • Active Involvement: Investors can actively participate in their investments, offering guidance and support to businesses.

Risks Involved in Business Investment

Even though investing in businesses offers attractive returns, it involves certain risks:

  • Market Volatility: Economic changes can affect business profitability and stock prices.
  • Failure Risk: Especially with startups, there's always a risk of failure resulting in loss of investment.
  • Regulatory Issues: Changes in laws and regulations can impact businesses adversely.

How to Choose the Right Business for Investment

  • Research and Analysis: Understand the business model, industry sector, and financial health of the business.
  • Growth Potential: Evaluate the business's potential for growth and scalability.
  • Management Quality: A competent management team can greatly influence a business’s success.
  • Market Trends: Stay updated with market trends and economic conditions that might affect the business.
  • Competitive Advantage: Ensure the business has a unique selling proposition or competitive edge.

Conclusion

Investing in businesses for investment can be incredibly rewarding. However, it requires a thorough understanding of the market, diligent research, and careful selection. By weighing the potential benefits against the risks and conducting due diligence, investors can enhance their ability to make profitable investments. Always consider consulting a financial advisor to tailor your investment strategy to your personal financial goals and risk tolerance.

Invest wisely, and watch your investments flourish!

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