Cairo, Egypt: DP World Sokhna recently welcomed the largest bulk cargo vessel to ever arrive to the port and enter the Red Sea. Known as a capesize vessel, the M/v Seafarer originally came from Malta carrying steel cargo weighing more than 140,000 MT. Prior to its arrival, DP World Sokhna conducted a bathymetric survey of the port’s topography to ensure its depth relative to sea level was adequate to receive vessels of this size.

Ajayy Singh, CEO of DP World Sokhna, said: “As an industry leader, we’re constantly seeking new opportunities to develop the sector for the benefit of trade and industry across the region. Welcoming the largest bulk cargo vessel to ever enter Sokhna Port is the result of close and fruitful cooperation with the Suez Canal Economic Zone. We look forward to continued successful collaborations with industry partners as we further expand our capacity to support the growing volume of trade.”

DP World Sokhna Chief Operating Officer Anas Al Muhaisen presented a crystal platter to Master Captain Eustaquio David. Operation and commercial teams joined DP World Sokhna managers to celebrate the milestone and welcome the crew of the M/v Seafarer. 

Located at the heart of the vitally important East-West trade route, DP World Sokhna is committed to providing customers with outstanding services through an integrated port management approach, combined with leading-edge technology. Its strategic position, just below the southern entrance to the Suez Canal makes it strategically located to handle cargo transiting through one of the world's busiest commercial waterways. DP World Sokhna also offers fast turn around times for vessels combined with efficient delivery services through strategic logistics to keep pace with consumer demand. Close proximity to Cairo through a modern highway and well-established road and rail system, makes it well situated to reach the capital’s consumers. DP World Sokhna is also a transit port for other Egyptian ports and cargo bound for Africa.  

About DP World:

DP World [1] is a leading enabler of global trade and an integral part of the supply chain. We operate multiple yet related businesses – from marine and inland terminals, maritime services, logistics and ancillary services to technology-driven trade solutions.

We have a portfolio of 78 operating marine and inland terminals supported by over 50 related businesses in over 40 countries across six continents with a significant presence in both high-growth and mature markets. We aim to be essential to the bright future of global trade, ensuring everything we do has a long-lasting positive impact on economies and society. 

Our dedicated team of over 36,000 employees from 103 countries cultivates long-standing relationships with governments, shipping lines, importers and exporters, communities, and many other important constituents of the global supply chain, to add value and provide quality services today and tomorrow.

Container handling is the company’s core business and generates more than three quarters of its revenue. In 2017, DP World handled 70.1 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent units) across our portfolio. With its committed pipeline of developments and expansions, the current gross capacity of 88.2 million TEU is expected to rise to more than 100 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.

By thinking ahead, foreseeing change and innovating we aim to create the most productive, efficient and safe trade solutions globally.

For further information, please visit: www.dpworldsokhna.com

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For further information, please contact:
Tarek Yahia
Media Relations Executive
TRACCS Egypt
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Email: tarek.yahia@traccs.net

[1]  As of February 2018

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