DP World has expanded its fleet with the acquisition of the DP World Chennai, a 5,000+ TEU container vessel. Deployed on the Red Sea Gulf–India service, the ship recently made its maiden call at Jebel Ali.
The acquisition is a strategic move designed to strengthen trade links and improve schedule reliability between India and the Middle East.
With this vessel addition, DP World Shipping Solutions has raised its total owned capacity to over 6 million TEU. The company’s broader strategy focuses on building a more diversified and predictable network by combining proprietary maritime assets with integrated port services.
Ganesh Raj, Global COO of Marine Services at DP World, emphasized that the focus is on service consistency rather than just volume. “The acquisition of DP World Chennai enhances our capability to offer consistent and scheduled connections throughout the India Middle East corridor,” Raj stated.
“This initiative is not solely focused on expanding capacity; its core purpose is to enhance our product flexibility, thereby reassuring our customers that their shipments will be delivered as expected.”
The vessel acquisition is just one part of a massive commitment to the region. As trade volumes expand, DP World has outlined plans to invest $5 billion in India’s trade infrastructure over the coming years.
Furthermore, DP World Shipping Solutions has signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) with India’s Sagarmala Finance Corporation.