Cairo, Egypt

DP World Sohkna welcomed the first vessel from Maersk’s enhanced ME6 service, the M/V AS California, connecting the Mediterranean and Europe with Sokhna. The service combines the cost and efficiency benefits of DP World Sokhna with increased access to the Mediterranean and Europe, and beyond. The first call originated from the Mediterranean passing through the Suez Canal before arriving at Sokhna to discharge European and Mediterranean cargo destined for Egypt.

Ajayy Singh, CEO of DP World Sokhna, said: “The international shipping industry is developing at a rapid pace to meet the needs of markets around the world. We are pleased to welcome the inaugural vessel from Maersk’s enhanced ME6 service. Maersk’s international presence and knowledge of global trade closely mirrors the expertise and global footprint of DP World as a leading enabler of global trade and an integral part of the supply chain.”

To celebrate the enhanced service, DP World Sokhna Assistant Commercial Manager, Usama Amin, and Customer Service Manager, Mustafa Yousef, both presented a commemorative plague and flower bouquet to the captain of the M/V AS California, Nawrot Ireneusz.

With a significant presence in both high-growth and mature markets, DP World operates an international network of 78 marine and inland terminals in 40 countries across six continents, employing over 36,000 employees. DP World Sokhna is situated at the heart of the vitally important East-West trade route just below the southern entrance to the Suez Canal, strategically located to handle cargo transiting through one of the world's busiest commercial waterways.

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About DP World:

DP World 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 more information, please visit: https://www.dpworldsokhna.com/ 

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For further information, please contact:

Engy Emad

Media Relations Manager

TRACCS Egypt

Mobile: 010 0900 2207

Email: engy.emad@traccs.net 

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