DUBAI, October 17, 2021 (WAM) – On the inaugural day of GITEX Technology Week 2021, Dubai Customs launched I-Box smart lockers to store commercial items or valuable cargo carried by inbound transit passengers .

The initiative allows travelers to keep their valuables at the airport customs center upon arrival without paying duty and to collect them through a self-clearance service on departure from the country.

Under the theme “Digital Trade for Secure and Sustainable Supply Chains”, Dubai Customs is participating in this year’s GITEX with eight cutting-edge smart initiatives.

The participation highlights the goals of the organization’s 2021-2026 strategic plan to lead sustainable customs globally by strengthening the digitization of services to facilitate trade, protect society and the economy, and improve efficiency. experience of customs people as a service.

The I-Box smart locker project is expected to speed up logistics and handling services for valuable cargo at the airport. The Advanced Initiative reduced the processing time for delivering valuables from 30 minutes to just 1 minute. The passenger can simply scan the QR code on the locker and use the OTP code sent to their phone number to unlock the locker and pay the storage fee online without any paperwork. These fire-resistant lockers feature top-of-the-line security systems and are easy to move from location to location within airport terminals.

“Dubai has established its world distinction and leadership in building innovative projects ensuring sustainable development in all fields, in accordance with the directives of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President, Prime Minister and Ruler of Dubai” said Ahmed Mahboob Musabih, CEO of Ports, Customs and Free Zone Corporation and Managing Director of Dubai Customs. “His Highness’s forward-looking vision on digital transformation and the continued disruption of government operations have strengthened Dubai’s leading position as a global incubator for innovators and an attractive environment for business and investment. ”

Ibrahim Al Kamali, Director of the Passenger Operations Department at Dubai Customs, for his part said: “Dubai Customs seeks to make travelers happier by providing them with fast and easy services that speed up entry procedures and improve their experience, especially in light of the growing number of traders passing through Dubai.