In 2021, Dubai launched a five-year forein trade plan to boost its status as an international business hub, with a focus on high-growth markets such as Africa
Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem
Dubai’s DP World, CDPQ announce $5bn investment in key UAE logistics assets
Global investment group will finance $2.5bn in Jebel Ali Port, Jebel Ali Free Zone and National Industries Park through joint venture
Dubai’s newest free zone reveals headquarters aboard Queen Elizabeth 2 floating hotel
DUQE Free Zone aims to provide assistance even beyond the stage of launching a company, to include help with bank account opening, accounting, Emirates IDs, medical fitness checks, health insurance, VAT, and more
Metaverse to help DP World offer immersive shopping, virtual training, reduce costs
DP World’s new metaverse – DPMETAWORLD – will go beyond social networks and entertainment to include education, trade, and government services
Abu Dhabi’s Masdar and Hassan Allam Utilities ink MoUs to develop green hydrogen in Egypt
The projects will build on the UAE’s and Masdar’s position as an early mover in the global hydrogen market and expand their capacity to deliver zero carbon energy solutions, the chairman of Masdar said
“Uncertain macro environment” contributes to softened volume growth for DP World in Q1 2022
DP World’s gross container volumes increased by 1.7 percent year-on-year on a reported basis and up 1.9 percent on a like-for-like basis
Global supply chain bottlenecks unlikely to clear until 2023, says DP World chief
New study says supply shortages will increase global inflationary pressure during 2022
DP World revenues grow to $10.77 billion in FY 2021 supported by acquisitions and new concessions
The firm shared that its operational performance remains strong despite disruptions. Terminals have remained open to service cargo owners despite challenges faced due to the pandemic
DP World CEO becomes first Middle East leader to champion UN Women HeForShe alliance
Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem said: “I believe in not just attracting, developing, and retaining female talent in the trade and logistics industry, but truly focusing on efforts to build a global ecosystem that is equitable and fair for all”
Dubai’s DP World set to complete takeover of South Africa’s Imperial on March 14
DP World chairman and CEO Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem says deal will boost company’s presence in Africa
How Dubai plans to make an international business impact over the next three years
Dubai International Chamber seeks to attract more multinational firms while supporting local companies to expand abroad
Dubai’s DP World sees 2021 business boost but Omicron weighs on performance
Chairman of port operator says Covid, supply chain disruptions, rising inflation could impact global economy this year
Dubai’s DP World eyes further opportunities in Angola after new deal
Dubai port operator signs agreement with the aim of further developing Angola’s trade and logistics sector
Dubai’s DP World starts construction of new ‘game changer’ port in Congo
New port is being developed at Banana, along the country’s 37km coastline on the Atlantic Ocean
Dubai’s DP World, Congo gov’t ink deal to develop port project
Development of Banana Port aims to bring significant cost and time savings for the country’s trade
Africa offers huge potential for investment, says DP World CEO
Sultan bin Sulayem tells Global Business Forum Africa in Dubai that partnerships can create benefits for UAE and African businesses
Dubai free zone JAFZA sees 40% growth during first half of 2021
Jebel Ali Free Zone accounts for nearly 24% of total foreign investment in Dubai