DP World will invest US$2.5 billion this year to expand its global logistics network, with infrastructure projects in India, Africa, South America and Europe aimed at meeting growing demand for more reliable supply chains.
The four major developments – across four continents – extend DP World's end-to-end capabilities, significantly expanding capacity in its network of global ports and reinforcing its position as a key enabler of global trade.
"Global trade is evolving fast, and we are investing boldly to shape its future. Despite short-term uncertainty, this US$2.5 billion commitment reflects our confidence in long-term trade growth and our determination to build the infrastructure needed to keep the world connected," DP World Chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, said.
"We are building a unique array of assets and a suite of capabilities, helping our customers stay competitive, support local economies and enable global access. Nobody can match us for the diversity and breadth of our supply chain solutions," he added.
DP World said in the announcement that construction is underway on a new US$510 million terminal at Tuna Tekra in Gujarat on India's northwestern coast.
It features a 1.1 km berth and an annual capacity of 2.19 million TEUs. DP World noted that the terminal will connect India's hinterland to global markets through a network of roads and railways, enabling faster, more efficient trade access for Indian businesses.
DP World is also moving ahead with the development of the new deep-sea port at Banana in the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC).
It said that the 450,000 TEU a year facility on the DRC's Atlantic coast will bring significant cost and time savings for the country's trade, as it will attract more direct calls from larger vessels from Asia and Europe, boosting economic growth across the region.
In West Africa, DP World noted that work is already underway on the new 1.2 million TEU a year Ndayane Port in Senegal.
An initial investment of US$830 million is being made in this strategically vital project, which will support the country's development for the rest of the century.
It noted that at the Port of Posorja in Ecuador, DP World has initiated a US$140million berth expansion that will expand the dock to a total of 700 metres, enabling it to accommodate two post-Panamax vessels at the same time.
Finally, at the London Gateway logistics hub, DP World is investing US$1 billion to build two new shipping berths and a second rail terminal — helping move the port closer to becoming Britain's biggest container port by the end of the decade.
DP World said its 2025 investments underscore the company's strategy to create a connected global platform, from ports and terminals to inland logistics, marine services, warehousing, freight forwarding and technology.
"Our integrated model gives us visibility and control across the entire supply chain, helping our partners reduce risks and costs. No one else can offer this breadth of capabilities, and we are proud to deliver long-term value to the customers and communities we serve," Bin Sulayem said.