Sheikh Hamdan celebrates 40th anniversary of the Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) in Dubai
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DP World breaks ground in $165mn expansion of the Port of Maputo
Yard capacity to increase; quay length to extend to 650m and berth deepened to 16m; various new technologies to be implemented
carbon emission
DP World’s hydrogen-powered RTG crane enters second stage of field tests
If successful, it could lead to electrifying the company’s 1,500 diesel-powered RTGs worldwide, reducing CO2 emissions significantly
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How DP World became major player in India’s port cargo sector with 26% market share
DP World’s history of investment in India’s ports has boosted trade and supported economic activity
Bharat Africa Setu
DP World, India launch Bharat Africa Setu to double trade with Africa
DP World currently operates 10 ports and terminals, three economic zones, and over 200 warehouses across Africa
Bharat Mart
DP World begins construction of Bharat Mart in Dubai to boost India-UAE Trade
Set to open by late 2026, Bharat Mart will be located in Dubai’s Jebel Ali Free Zone (JAFZA) and will cover 2.7 million square feet, with the initial phase spanning 1.3 million square feet
decarbonisation
DP World expands electric freight operations at Jebel Ali Port in sustainability drive bid
DP World said the initiative will reduce 14,600 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent annually, compared to diesel operations
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Maersk signs 8-year agreement for expanded use of DP World’s terminal in Brazil
In the first year, Maersk will launch six new services with eight weekly calls, increasing to seven services and 10 weekly calls in 2026
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DP World shatters all-time revenue record at $20bn in 2024
Revenue up 9.7%; Adjusted EBITDA rise 6.7% to $5.5bn; Profit dips slightly to $1.48bn on higher finance costs
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DP World and the Saudi Ports Authority unveil $800m Jeddah Port terminal
DP World and the Saudi Ports Authority show off container terminal as Jeddah Islamic Port
Automotive
Dubai automotive hub booming as DP World transported record 1.3m vehicles in 2024
Dubai’s DP World sees massive increase in number of vehicles handled by terminals last year
data centre
Jebel Ali Free Zone, German’s A-HEAT to develop GCC’s largest heat exchanger plant for data centres
The cutting-edge facility aims to cater to the surging demand for energy-efficient cooling solutions, particularly for data centres
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DP World’s container handling volumes hit record high in 2024
The record performance was despite macroeconomic headwinds and concerns over the outlook for global trade
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DP World announces multi-currency stablecoin to support global trade transactions
DP World stablecoins will solve many issues for cross-border payment solutions with introduction of stablecoin system
Biodiversity
Dubai-based DP World issues the region’s first Blue Bond
The $100 million, 5-year Blue Bond priced at 5.25% coupon rate; Will fund significantly under-funded SDG 14 and SDG 6 of the United Nations
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DP World and Egypt to conduct feasibility study for new 500-acre free zone
The study will focus on a free zone covering approximately 500 acres within ACUD’s 1,958-acre land along the Cairo-Ain Sokhna Road
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DP World and Nedbank collaborate to secure supply chain finance
Partnership with South African bank will help businesses across sub-Saharan Africa access working capital and enhance trade flow