DP World’s Rs 208bn Global Infra Push Creates 5,000 Jobs

08 Sep 2025 CW Team

The international supply chain giant, which already employs over 100,000 people globally, is rolling out infrastructure upgrades in India, the United Kingdom, Ecuador, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These projects are expected to enhance connectivity and operational efficiency across continents.

Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, stated:

“We are delighted that our investment is providing jobs for almost 5,000 people this year alone to help deliver major upgrades to the transport infrastructure of five different countries. These new jobs show how trade can transform people’s lives. Once completed, these world-class assets will support communities and businesses for the next 50 years.”

India: Over 2,500 Jobs

India, a key growth market, will see 2,000 jobs created through the development of a new terminal at Tuna Tekra in the north-west. An additional 500 roles will come from rail and inland terminal projects across the subcontinent, reinforcing DP World’s integrated logistics network.

United Kingdom: London Gateway Expansion

In the UK, the Rs 83 billion (USD 1 billion) expansion of London Gateway, featuring two new berths and a second rail terminal, will generate 1,000 new jobs. The port is poised to become Britain’s largest by 2030, supporting growing trade volumes near the capital.

Africa: Senegal and Congo Projects

In Senegal, the construction of a new deep-sea port at Ndayane—expected to drive national development for decades—will create 600 jobs. Meanwhile, in the DRC, 500 roles are being generated at the Port of Banana, the nation’s first deep-sea port.

Ecuador: Posorja Terminal Growth

On the western coast of South America, the expansion of DP World Posorja in Ecuador is producing over 300 construction jobs, with more than 100 direct operational roles to follow.

Once operational, all five major projects are expected to support thousands more direct and indirect jobs, while contributing significantly to regional connectivity and long-term economic growth.

DP World’s efforts, including the continued expansion of its Jebel Ali Freezone in Dubai—which already supports 160,000 jobs—highlight its commitment to building resilient trade ecosystems worldwide. The company is positioning itself as a global leader in integrated logistics solutions, helping clients adapt to an increasingly dynamic trade environment.

DP World is set to invest USD 2.5 billion (approximately Rs 208 billion) in 2025 to develop end-to-end logistics infrastructure globally, generating nearly 5,000 new construction jobs across key international markets. The move underlines the company’s expansive strategy to transform trade corridors while boosting local economies through job creation.The international supply chain giant, which already employs over 100,000 people globally, is rolling out infrastructure upgrades in India, the United Kingdom, Ecuador, Senegal, and the Democratic Republic of Congo (DRC). These projects are expected to enhance connectivity and operational efficiency across continents.Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, stated:“We are delighted that our investment is providing jobs for almost 5,000 people this year alone to help deliver major upgrades to the transport infrastructure of five different countries. These new jobs show how trade can transform people’s lives. Once completed, these world-class assets will support communities and businesses for the next 50 years.”India: Over 2,500 JobsIndia, a key growth market, will see 2,000 jobs created through the development of a new terminal at Tuna Tekra in the north-west. An additional 500 roles will come from rail and inland terminal projects across the subcontinent, reinforcing DP World’s integrated logistics network.United Kingdom: London Gateway ExpansionIn the UK, the Rs 83 billion (USD 1 billion) expansion of London Gateway, featuring two new berths and a second rail terminal, will generate 1,000 new jobs. The port is poised to become Britain’s largest by 2030, supporting growing trade volumes near the capital.Africa: Senegal and Congo ProjectsIn Senegal, the construction of a new deep-sea port at Ndayane—expected to drive national development for decades—will create 600 jobs. Meanwhile, in the DRC, 500 roles are being generated at the Port of Banana, the nation’s first deep-sea port.Ecuador: Posorja Terminal GrowthOn the western coast of South America, the expansion of DP World Posorja in Ecuador is producing over 300 construction jobs, with more than 100 direct operational roles to follow.Once operational, all five major projects are expected to support thousands more direct and indirect jobs, while contributing significantly to regional connectivity and long-term economic growth.DP World’s efforts, including the continued expansion of its Jebel Ali Freezone in Dubai—which already supports 160,000 jobs—highlight its commitment to building resilient trade ecosystems worldwide. The company is positioning itself as a global leader in integrated logistics solutions, helping clients adapt to an increasingly dynamic trade environment.

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