DP World has acquired 47,000 twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) for the first time, marking a significant expansion of its container fleet. This acquisition will not only boost DP World’s cargo capacity but also enhance its ability to respond quickly and flexibly to customer needs.
The newly branded and registered containers will provide DP World’s customers with seamless access to critical container capacity. This ensures that even during periods of peak demand or unforeseen disruptions, businesses can continue to move goods efficiently. With this increased control over delivery schedules, DP World is positioned to minimise delays, making supply chains more resilient and adaptable in the current fast-paced global environment.
This investment aligns with DP World’s fleet renewal strategy, which focuses on delivering reliable and efficient equipment to its customers. The acquisition of a younger fleet, with reduced maintenance requirements, is expected to lower operating costs, which will benefit customers by providing high-quality, consistent service. The move underscores the company’s commitment to maintaining reliability in an increasingly complex supply chain landscape.
Ganesh Raj, Global Chief Operating Officer, Marine Services at DP World, commented: “In today’s increasingly complex and competitive commercial environment, supply chains are under growing pressure. This injection of 47,000 TEUs into the existing ecosystem of DP World-owned assets will help our customers access the capacity they need, safe in the knowledge that their goods will be moved from end to end with a single partner.”
DP World’s extensive multimodal logistics network spans vessels, ports, terminals, economic zones, and warehousing facilities across 78 countries. Additionally, the company has committed to using fuel-efficient vessels, trucks, and trains to transport the new containers, aligning with its sustainability goals.
The acquisition represents DP World’s ongoing efforts to streamline global trade, lower operational costs, and reduce environmental impact, ensuring smooth and efficient supply chain operations for its customers worldwide.
