Site and depot identification
Fleet depot identification signs, logistics warehouse signs and company name signs at the main gate, so drivers confirm they have the right site.
Distribution centres and fleet depotsYards, depots, terminals
Transport and Logistics Signage in Dubai and the UAE
Signs that a driver can read from the cab, at night, while reversing a trailer, plus clear information for passengers in terminals.
- Sites
- Warehouses, depots, terminals, airside buildings
- Night visibility
- Reflective sheeting or LED lighting
- Numbering
- Gates, docks, bays, fleet spaces
- Mounting
- Posts, gantries, walls, dock canopies
Quick answer
What signs does a logistics site or transport facility need?
A logistics site usually needs a site identification sign, gate number signs, delivery entrance and route signs, truck loading bay and dock numbers, loading and unloading safety signs and fleet parking markings. Passenger facilities add terminal directional signs, passenger information signs and transport information displays.
In a yard, the reader is a driver sitting two metres up, often new to the site, sometimes at three in the morning. If the gate number is too small or the dock number sits behind an open door, trucks queue, wait and block the road. Logistics signs are sized and placed around what can be seen through a windscreen and in a mirror, then made reflective for night shifts.
We make signage for warehouses, distribution centres, fleet depots, bus terminals and airport support buildings. Our Ajman factory produces reflective aluminium signs, large dock numbers, steel posts and lit terminal signs in-house. For the inside of the warehouse, see our industrial signs page. For yard traffic, see parking and traffic safety signs. This page covers how the whole site fits together.
Plan it
How big should gate and dock numbers be?
125 mmsmallest letter height people can read
300 mmletter height for reading at a glance
A rule of thumb for capital letters in a clear typeface on good contrast. We confirm sizes on a mock-up at your site.
Types
Transport & Logistics Signs we make
Gate and delivery entrance signs
Gate number signs, delivery entrance signs and route signs that split trucks, vans, staff and visitors before they enter the yard.
Sites with several gates or entrancesLoading bay and dock signs
Truck loading bay signs, large dock numbers above and beside doors, and loading and unloading signs with chocking and stop rules.
Cross-dock and distribution operationsPassenger and terminal signs
Passenger information signs, bus terminal directional signs and bay or platform numbers for passengers moving between transport services.
Bus stations and staff transport hubsAirport facility signs
Airport facility signs for cargo buildings, support offices and landside areas, made to the operator's sign standard and wording.
Cargo terminals and airport tenantsTransport information displays
Transport information displays, from printed timetable frames to digital screens showing arrivals, departures or dock allocation.
Terminals and dispatch officesChoosing well
Designing signs for drivers and passengers
Design from the cab
A truck driver sits high and far back. Put gate and dock numbers above the windscreen line, make them large and test the view with a real vehicle before fixing the final positions.
One numbering system for the whole site
Gates, docks, yard bays and parking spaces should follow one logic that matches your yard management or booking system. Drivers then find bay 14 the same way at every site you run.
Make it reflective for night shifts
Many sites run around the clock. Reflective sheeting lights up in headlights with no wiring, and lit signs suit gates and terminals where power is already available.
Repeat the dock number
Place the number above the door and again on the wall or bumper beside it, so it stays visible when the door is up, a trailer is docked or a mirror only shows one side.
Separate passengers from vehicles
In terminals, keep passenger signs at walking height and vehicle signs at driving height. Mixing them confuses both groups and pushes people into bus lanes.
Specifications
Logistics site sign plan
| Location | Sign | Material | Visibility note |
|---|---|---|---|
| Site entrance | Depot identification, logistics warehouse sign | ACP or lit 3D letters on structure | Readable from the approach road; RTA may be involved near main roads |
| Gates | Gate number signs, delivery entrance signs | Reflective aluminium on posts or gantry | Large numbers at cab eye height |
| Yard routes | Route, speed and stop signs | Reflective aluminium, galvanised posts | Coordinate with traffic and parking signs |
| Dock doors | Truck loading bay signs, dock numbers | Rigid PVC, ACP or painted steel, reflective | Visible in mirrors when the door is open |
| Loading apron | Loading and unloading safety signs | Reflective aluminium, rigid PVC | Hazard signs usually follow ISO 7010 |
| Terminal concourse | Bus terminal directional, passenger information | Lit panels, aluminium, acrylic | Bilingual text with clear pictograms |
| Dispatch and waiting areas | Transport information displays | Printed frames or digital screens | Digital suits changing schedules |
How we work
From brief to installed transport & logistics signs
- 1
Yard survey
We drive and walk the site, noting gates, routes, docks, sightlines from the cab and night lighting.
- 2
Numbering and layout
We agree a gate, dock and bay numbering scheme with your operations team and mark sign positions on the plan.
- 3
Approvals
We prepare drawings for free-zone, Trakhees, municipality or airport operator approval where required.
- 4
Fabrication
Reflective signs, posts, gantry panels and lit terminal signs are made in our Ajman factory.
- 5
Install around operations
We install gate by gate and dock by dock, around shift changes and peak loading times.
UAE conditions
Logistics sites in the UAE
Free zones and Trakhees
Sites in JAFZA and other free zones, or in Trakhees-regulated areas, usually follow the zone authority's sign and safety approval process instead of the municipality's. We confirm the current requirement for your site and prepare submissions.
Signs near public roads
Signs at gates on public roads, or visible from them, may need municipality approval and RTA involvement. We check this before fabrication.
Heat, dust and diesel
Yard signs face direct sun, sand and exhaust grime. We use UV-stable reflective sheeting and smooth faces that can be washed, so numbers stay bright between cleaning rounds.
Drivers from many countries
Truck drivers on UAE routes speak many languages. Big numerals, standard pictograms and short Arabic and English words work for almost every driver.
FAQ
Transport & Logistics Signs: common questions
How big should loading dock numbers be?
Big enough to read from the cab at the point where the driver starts to turn in, which is often 30 metres or more away. That usually means numbers several hundred millimetres tall. Use our calculator above as a starting point, and we confirm the size during the yard survey.
Should logistics signs be reflective or lit?
Reflective signs suit most yard, gate and dock positions because they light up in headlights and need no wiring. Lit signs are better for main gates, terminal entrances and covered areas without headlight reach. Many sites use both, with reflective signs as the default and lighting added where drivers struggle to see at night.
Do signs in JAFZA or other free zones need approval?
Usually yes, but through the free-zone authority or Trakhees rather than the municipality. Rules on exterior signs, safety signs and installation permits vary by zone. We confirm the current requirement for your site and prepare drawings for submission as part of the service, so installation can go ahead without delays.
Can you match our numbering across several warehouses?
Yes. We can set one template for gate, dock and bay signs and roll it out across all your sites in the UAE. Drivers then see the same sizes, colours and positions everywhere, which speeds up docking. We keep the files so new sites can be added later.
Do you make signs for bus terminals and passenger areas?
Yes. We make bus terminal directional signs, bay and platform numbers, passenger information signs and timetable frames, and can supply digital displays for live information. Signs are bilingual and designed so passengers and drivers each see the messages meant for them. Lit panels help in covered concourses.
Can you install signs without stopping deliveries?
Yes. We plan installation gate by gate and dock by dock, working in quiet windows agreed with your operations team. High signs above dock doors may need a lift, so we cone off the area and coordinate with your yard marshal so trucks are directed around the work.
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Send your site plan and number of gates and docks, and we will reply with a free quote, usually within 24 hours.
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