Jebel Ali Port handles 1.4 million containers in July

DP World’s Jebel Ali Port recorded a new record in monthly container handling in July, reaching 1.4 million TEUs, surpassing the record set in 2015.

A statement issued by the group yesterday said that this came as a result of the port recording strong performance during the first half of this year, handling 7.3 million containers, an increase of 3.9% year-on-year, which is linked to an increase in the flow of cargo from major Asian markets, such as China, Japan and Korea.

He pointed out that Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza) – which now hosts about 10,500 companies – has attracted leading global companies, contributing to boosting trade volumes and economic diversification.

“For more than 45 years, Jebel Ali Port has been a key catalyst for trade growth, boosting the economy in Dubai and the region as a whole,” said Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman and CEO of DP World.

“As one of the largest and most efficient ports in the world, Jebel Ali Port is the cornerstone of our global network and contributes significantly to Dubai’s ambitious economic vision and regional trade,” he added. Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director, DP World GCC, said: “The new record at Jebel Ali Port underscores our commitment to excellence in global trade. We look forward to further growth in the future, driven by our continued efforts to strengthen our global network and the promising trade opportunities that the UAE has created through its trade agreements with other countries.”

Jebel Ali’s growth is part of DP World’s broader global success, with total handling volumes reaching 42.58 million TEUs in the first half of this year, an increase of 6.8% compared to the same period in 2023.