DP World Sets New Record with 1.3 Million Vehicles Handled in Dubai Terminals

DP World achieved a groundbreaking milestone in 2024, processing a record 1.3 million vehicles across its Dubai terminals, marking a 53.6% increase from the previous year and the highest in the company’s history.

The majority of this volume was handled at Jebel Ali Port, which processed nearly 960,000 units, further solidifying its position as the region’s leading automotive hub. The remaining vehicles were managed at Mina Al Hamriya and Mina Rashid.

The remarkable growth highlights the rising demand for vehicle imports and exports in the Gulf region, with China emerging as the top trading partner, contributing almost 25% of the total volume. Japan, Korea, and India followed as key contributors.

With the automotive landscape shifting towards electric vehicles (EVs), driven by projections of EVs surpassing internal combustion engine vehicles by 2036, DP World is positioning itself as a critical player in supporting sustainable mobility. China’s dominance in EV manufacturing is reshaping global supply chains, creating new opportunities for Dubai as a strategic logistics hub.

Abdulla bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC, emphasized Dubai’s growing role as a global automotive hub.

“The automotive industry is a powerful catalyst for economic growth – creating employment, attracting foreign investment, and stimulating local businesses.”

He reiterated DP World’s commitment to developing state-of-the-art infrastructure to meet the rising demand.

DP World's integrated logistics facilities, including Jebel Ali Port and Jafza free trade zone – home to over 930 automotive and spare parts companies – play a vital role in supporting the global automotive supply chain. This vision aligns with Dubai's D33 Economic Agenda, which aims to double the city’s economy by 2033, reinforcing DP World’s pivotal role in driving economic growth and innovation in the region.

News Source: Emirates News Agency