DUBAI: DP World has achieved an extraordinary feat, surpassing 100 million TEUs of container handling capacity since its inception. This milestone highlights over $11 billion in investments over the last decade, cementing its role as a leader in global trade and supply chain solutions.

In the past 10 years, DP World’s capacity grew 33%, rising from 75.6 million TEUs in 2014. This was driven by expansions, greenfield projects, and acquisitions. The company’s global gross container handling capacity increased by 5% in the last year, solidifying its 9.2% share of the global container market.

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO, stated, “Crossing the 100 million TEU mark is a landmark moment in our 45-year journey. It showcases our dedication to building world-class infrastructure and enabling seamless trade. With the global container market set to grow, we are well-positioned to meet future demands.”

DP World operates in dynamic markets, tailoring supply chain solutions to overcome challenges. Recent projects include ports at Ndayane, Senegal, and Tuna-Tekre, India. Their acquisition of the Dar es Salaam facility in Tanzania has drastically reduced vessel waiting times, enhancing trade efficiency.

Tiemen Meester, COO of Ports & Terminals, emphasised the socio-economic impact of investments in underdeveloped trade markets, noting significant progress in Tanzania.

This year marks 45 years of Jebel Ali Port and 40 years of Jebel Ali Freezone, showcasing DP World’s commitment to innovation and growth.

With global container throughput expected to grow by 2.8% this year (Drewry Container Forecaster), DP World remains a cornerstone of global trade, integrating infrastructure, logistics, and multimodal transportation to connect businesses worldwide.