DP World’s P&O Maritime Services Expands into Egypt
16 SEPTEMBER, 2010
Melbourne, Australia; Dubai, UAE; Sokhna, Egypt, 13 September, 2010: - Specialist vessel fleet manager, owner and operator P&O Maritime Services has expanded into Egypt with a new contract to provide tug boat services to DP World Sokhna.
P&O Maritime Services Chief Executive Offiver Andrew King said:
“We are delighted to support DP World Sokhna and Sokhna Port. The two harbour tugs we have brought in are amongst the most powerful harbour tugs working in Egypt at present. They both have fire fighting capability and one is also equipped to handle oil spills, enhancing Sokhna Port’s safety and environmental protection.”
DP World Sokhna Chairman Captain Ossama Al-Sharif said:
“The additional level of service we can offer our customers with these new tugs will contribute positively to their efficiency, saving them time and money. P&O Maritime Services 50 years’ of international experience will be invaluable in contributing to the further growth and development of the facilities at Sokhna over time.”
The contract is for three years, with three 1 year extensions.
About DP World
DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 50 terminals and 11 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 16 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. 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, in line with market demand.
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(1) As of 27 July 2010
DP World Limited, press release