DP World has opened its newest fleet of more than 100 freight forwarding offices around the world, marking a significant expansion aimed at supporting customers as they navigate the complexities of global trade.
In response to increasing disruptions to global trade from climate change, geopolitics and macroeconomic challenges, DP World has embarked on a bold initiative to strengthen its commitment to its customers.
These offices already employ 1,000 staff, adding to DP World's already 108,000-strong team, which is expected to grow significantly over the next 12 months and accounts for more than 10% of global trade each year. It helps move the.
In the wake of global trade disruptions, companies are now prioritizing dynamic strategies to build resilience in their supply chains, according to Economist Impact research.[1]. The traditional asset-light freight transportation model, which routes freight through third parties, has proven susceptible to disruptions at key choke points, with ripple effects on inventory and fulfillment plans for companies and their customers. may bring.
DP World's expansion comes at a pivotal time for the global logistics and supply chain industry, as companies seek greater control over their supply chains. By expanding its freight forwarding services with a focus on air and sea freight, DP World has developed a “toolbox” of services or capabilities consisting of ports, terminals, warehouses, truck, rail and transportation services; Strengthen management and resilience. We leverage our own digital technologies while collaborating with complementary partners across our supply chain to drive efficiencies.
DP World is building an end-to-end network of high-value port assets and expertise across ports, trucking, air and ocean freight, customs and warehousing services across more than 430 operations, and Miami opens its doors. This is the newest office. We have units in 86 countries.
Beat Simon, Group Chief Commercial Officer, Logistics, DP World said: “The expansion of our freight forwarding sector complements our end-to-end supply chain solutions and capabilities. It puts you in the driver's seat with increased flexibility and control, giving you the confidence to trade in today's global markets.
“We continue to expand our freight transportation footprint, building a network that covers more than 90% of global trade. We are committed to building strong, resilient, best-in-class global capabilities. , with a focus on network densification.”
The services currently range from order and origin management, sea and air port handling and cargo management, to destination services such as customs, drayage, logistics, last mile delivery, deconsolidation and bonded warehousing services. In addition, DP World offers a range of value-added services, including embedded trade finance, commodity-specific services, vehicles in containers, transshipment and advanced hubs, and more.
All of this is accessed through a single digital window that supports an integrated global service center that centralizes back-end processes and is comprised of over 500 IT specialists. Advanced digital systems allow customers to track goods in real time and easily manage freight transportation.
Marco Nazzari, Vice President of Commercial Freight Transportation at DP World, said: “Our freight forwarding services use our unique digital technology solutions to simplify our customers' global trade and give them more control.” However, delivering next-generation freight forwarding services It's not just our digital solutions. Our people are the foundation of our customers' success. The company employs over 1,000 of his team members and continues to grow.
“By leveraging an asset-appropriate approach, DP World leverages digital tools, along with our team’s expertise and local know-how, to make end-to-end freight transportation easier and more resilient. ”
DP World's latest expansion not only increases the size of its global logistics team to more than 45,000 employees, but also contributes to the company's global workforce of more than 108,100 employees. These employees are spread across a diverse portfolio of logistics services spanning ports and terminals, marine services and logistics.
