DP World Innovation Protects People and the Environment at Jebel Ali Port

Dubai, UAE 9 May 2010: - DP World’s flagship Jebel Ali port has developed innovative, specialised container trailers for handling leaking containers and to assist in response to incidents involving hazardous material (hazmat) on the terminal.

Mohammed Al Muallem Senior Vice President and Managing Director DP World, UAE region said: “Although the number of leaking containers is a tiny proportion of the 11 million or so containers we handle annually - they need to be dealt with in a safe and efficient manner as they can contain hazardous products. These trailers raise the standards for Jebel Ali from both safety and environmental perspectives, and will assist immeasurably in our response programme.”

The new equipment was designed in-house. The trailers have been modified to seal off and transport leaking tanks or containers safely to designated holding areas. They prevent spillage and clean-up costs within the terminal; a saving that is passed on to the customers. Moreover, the trailers make use of existing but redundant chassis, thereby reducing waste as well as addressing a safety and environment need.

Fred Jansen, Safety and Environment Manager for Terminal 1 said:

“The trailers are a good example of terminal and technical teams working together to achieve an outcome that reduces risks to both our people and the environment.”

About DP World

DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 49 terminals and 12 new developments across 31 countries(1). Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.

DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo.

The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.

In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 15 consecutive years.

In 2009, DP World handled more than 43.4 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia – a decline of 6% over 2008. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 95 million TEU over the next ten years.

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(1) As of January 2010

DP World Limited, press release