DP World rolls out network-wide measures to keep cargo moving smoothly.
Dubai: Operations at Jebel Ali Port remain fully functional with no infrastructure damage, though recent regional security developments have temporarily slowed inbound vessel traffic.
DP World said it is implementing mitigation measures across its regional network to manage disruptions and ensure cargo flows continue smoothly through its logistics platform.
Global trade is increasingly influenced by regional manufacturing shifts, emerging trade corridors, and growing demand for resilient supply chains. Essa Kazim, Chairman of DP World, said the company’s global footprint positions it well to support these evolving trade dynamics.
“Cargo flows are increasingly shaped by regionalisation, emerging trade corridors, and customers seeking greater reliability and transparency,” he said. “While the near-term outlook is influenced by geopolitical developments and shifts in trade policy, the long-term fundamentals of global trade remain strong and compelling.”
DP World said its integrated platform of ports, logistics infrastructure, and trade services will continue to support customers navigating global supply chain shifts while delivering long-term value for stakeholders.
The update came alongside the company’s 2025 financial results, which showed record revenue and strong profit growth despite volatility in global trade and geopolitical tensions across key shipping corridors.
Revenue rose 22% to $24.4 billion, while adjusted EBITDA increased 18% to $6.4 billion, supported by strong performance across ports, terminals, and logistics operations.
Strong Cargo Volumes Support Earnings
Group throughput climbed 5.8% to 93.4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs), reflecting steady cargo flows across the company’s global network.
Profit for the year rose 32.2% to $1.96 billion, while operating cash flow increased 14% to $6.3 billion, as higher volumes and disciplined cost management strengthened margins.
Essa Kazim said the company’s diversified portfolio helped deliver resilient performance during a period marked by shifting trade patterns and geopolitical uncertainty.
“In an environment defined by heightened uncertainty and changing trade dynamics, our diversified portfolio, disciplined capital allocation, and focus on high-yield cargo enabled us to deliver resilient earnings and strong cash flow,” Kazim said.
“These results reflect the strength of our integrated platform and our ability to adapt as supply chains reconfigure.”
Ports and Logistics Drive Revenue Growth
Performance across the Ports & Terminals division remained a key contributor to DP World’s results.
Yuvraj Narayan, Group CEO of DP World, said operational efficiency and improved yields supported the company’s earnings momentum.
“Ports & Terminals performed strongly, supported by healthy volumes, improved yield, and disciplined cost management, with like-for-like revenue per TEU increasing by 8.5%,” Narayan said.
The company continues to expand its logistics platform through the “One DP World” operating model, which integrates ports, logistics, and trade infrastructure across global supply chains.
Narayan said the company remains focused on disciplined investment while supporting customers navigating a complex global trade environment.
“We remain committed to disciplined capital allocation, operational excellence, and customer-centric execution—helping our customers manage near-term uncertainty while investing selectively to deliver sustainable long-term growth,” he said.
Investment Expands Global Capacity
Capital expenditure rose to $3.1 billion in 2025, up from $2.2 billion the previous year, reflecting infrastructure investments aimed at expanding capacity and enhancing operational efficiency.
Port capacity across DP World’s network increased to 109 million TEU, strengthening the company’s ability to handle rising trade volumes.
The group plans to invest approximately $3 billion in 2026, focusing on strategic projects at key logistics hubs, including Jebel Ali, Drydocks World, Tuna Tekra in India, London Gateway in the UK, Ndayane in Senegal, and Jeddah in Saudi Arabia.
Return on capital employed improved from 8.9% in 2024 to 9.9% in 2025, reflecting stronger earnings despite ongoing global trade uncertainties.
Regional Expansion Continues
Operations in Egypt contributed strongly to group performance, with 1.1 million TEU handled at Sokhna Port, marking a record year for the facility.
The company also opened the Sokhna Logistics Park, an $85 million integrated hub spanning 300,000 square metres adjacent to the port, designed to support manufacturing activity and export flows.
A $29 million cold storage facility is also under development at Elsewedy Industrial Development Park to support agricultural exports and frozen food manufacturing.
Rizwan Soomar, CEO and Managing Director for Subcontinent, Central Asia, Levant, and Egypt, said the expansion reflects the broader growth of trade across the region.
“DP World’s strong financial performance reflects the continued growth of trade in the region. This translates into concrete benefits for Egypt, including more investment and opportunities for Egyptian businesses by boosting exports through the Red Sea and opening new regional and global markets,” Soomar said.
