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DP World broadens Unifeeder’s horizons with African investments

Markets on the African continent are developing fast as ports and logistics companies develop the shorelines and connect countries in the interior.

DP World, through its ports and terminals business, is developing ports in Senegal and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC) on Africa’s western seaboard and in Somalia and Tanzania in the continent’s east.

“We are committed to Africa,” Ganesh Raj, global CEO of DP World marine, which includes carrier Unifeeder told Container News, adding “We...

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DP World kicks off expansion works at Duke Point Terminal

DP World has officially launched the construction of the Duke Point Terminal expansion, aiming to enhance Vancouver Island’s connectivity and trade resilience with global markets.

With support from Snuneymuxw First Nation and the Port of Nanaimo, DP World’s Duke Point Terminal project is expected to increase operational efficiency and handling capacities. Once completed, the terminal’s berth length will nearly double from 182 metres to 325 metres, while annual cargo-handling capacity will expand...

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DP World’s UK faciltiy ships 10 million vinyl records

DP World has shipped over 10 million vinyl records from its Bicester facility, the UK’s largest distribution warehouse for music and video products, since August 2023, when the facility commenced operations.

Powered by semi-autonomous ‘picking’ robots, developed by Locus Robotics, the warehouse has become the epicentre of physical music distribution in the UK, playing a key role in the ongoing ‘vinyl revival’. Moving independently all across the warehouse following worker input, the robots...

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DP World, Kent Foods ink multi-million dollar lease for London Gateway storage facility

DP World has signed a deal over GB£20 million (US$25 million) with Kent Foods, one of the major foodstuff suppliers in Europe, for a new storage facility at London Gateway Logistics Park.

Under the 10-year lease agreement, Kent Foods, a part of The Albex Group, will occupy a 150,000 ft² (14,000 m²) warehouse to store food products arriving at London Gateway’s container port before being distributed throughout the United Kingdom by rail and road.


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UAE Eyes South America for Expansion of Shipping Operations

Gulf States have increasingly focused on South America as part of their broader strategy to diversify their economies. The establishment of the joint venture Noatum – CSM, a collaboration between Abu Dhabi-based AD Ports Group and Columbia, highlights their growing interest in expanding maritime influence, particularly in regions like South America.

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DP World fully acquires European logistics player Swissterminal

Swissterminal AG has announced its full integration into DP World, following a successful five-year partnership.

Swissterminal has been a major traditional player in the Swiss and French logistics markets. With its terminals in the Basel region (Switzerland) and in Alsace (France), the company acts as a key hub connecting Switzerland, southern Germany, and France with major European seaports. Swissterminal offers a variety of services, including terminal handling, depot and warehouse services,...

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Somaliland’s Growing Influence in Global Shipping

As the Red Sea crisis continues, Somaliland is about to emerge as a pivotal spot for Western interests, especially for maritime shipping, as long as the region becomes more and more a field of geopolitical competition.

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China has become increasingly proactive in Africa, working to broaden its sphere of influence through substantial investments under the Belt and Road Initiative (BRI), particularly in the Horn of Africa.

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DP World partners with Mota-Engil to develop DRC’s Banana Port

DP World has appointed Mota-Engil, a Portuguese construction firm, to spearhead the development of the Banana Port—a key project aimed at strengthening the Democratic Republic of the Congo’s (DRC) role as a major trade hub.

This collaboration marks a significant milestone in the Banana Port project, which is set to revolutionize the DRC’s trade landscape by introducing modern infrastructure, lowering business costs, and enhancing the country’s economic independence.

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DP World set to break ground on London Gateway expansion

DP World has received approval for the GB£1 billion (US$1.3 billion) London Gateway expansion project, which is expected to establish the facility as the UK’s largest container port.

The construction works will commence in May, with DP World estimating that the expansion project will be completed after four years.

The project includes the construction of two 400 metres-long all-electric berths and the building of a second rail terminal.

Once the expansion is completed, London Gateway will be able...

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