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DP World receives new electric cranes as Santos expansion advances. GlobeNewswire Published Oct 09, 2026 Two quay cranes and six electric RTGs arrive as part of BRL 1.6 billion (approx. US$310 million) expansion, that will increase terminal capacity to 1.7 million TEUs by the end of 2026 SANTOS, Brazil, Oct. 09, 2026 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - DP World has received eight new fully electric cranes at its Port of Santos terminal, marking a major milestone in an expansion that will increase container-handling capacity and strengthen one of Brazil's key gateways to global trade. Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The delivery includes two ship-to-shore quay cranes and six rubber-tired gantry (RTG) cranes and forms part of DP World's BRL 1.6 billion (approximately US$310 million) investment in Santos. Top Stories Interested in more newsletters? Browse here. Together with the optimized use of existing licensed infrastructure, the new equipment will increase the terminal's annual container-handling capacity to 1.7 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEUs) by the end of 2026, while improving cargo-handling productivity and efficiency. Further development is planned to eventually increase annual capacity to 2.1 million TEUs. The new equipment is the first of two planned deliveries totaling four new quay cranes and 15 RTGs. The remaining two quay cranes and nine RTGs are expected to arrive in early 2027. Each new quay crane stands 56 meters high with a 72-meter reach - seven meters more than the models currently in operation, increasing the terminal's ability to serve nearly every class of container vessel. The cranes can also handle two 20-foot containers simultaneously, supporting faster vessel operations. The six electric RTGs can lift up to 41 tonnes, supporting more efficient container movements across the terminal. Story continues below This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. Once all 15 new RTGs are operational, they are expected to avoid approximately 4,250 tons of CO[2] emissions annually, compared with equivalent diesel-powered equipment. Fabio Siccherino, CEO of DP World in Brazil, said: "Brazil's trade continues to grow, and we are investing to ensure Santos has the capacity and technology to support that our customers' growth. These new cranes will help us serve larger vessels and move cargo more efficiently, while electric equipment helps us reduce emissions as the terminal grows. By investing in both capacity and technology, we are building an operation that can support our customers' growth and strengthen Brazil's connections with global markets." The new equipment builds on DP World's broader electrification program at Santos. The company has already electrified its existing fleet of 22 RTGs and earlier this year added 15 electric internal terminal vehicles and three electric reach stackers, further reducing reliance on diesel-powered equipment. These investments are already delivering measurable results. Between January and April 2026, diesel consumption at the terminal declined 29.2% compared with the 2024 average. DP World also recently earned the Brazilian GHG Protocol Gold Seal for the third consecutive year, recognizing its independently verified greenhouse gas emissions reporting. This advertisement has not loaded yet. This advertisement has not loaded yet, but your article continues below. The Santos expansion is part of DP World's continued investment in Brazil, combining increased port capacity with a growing network of inland transportation, freight forwarding and contract logistics services. Together, these capabilities connect Brazilian importers and exporters with customers and markets across DP World's global network. For more insights into how DP World is reshaping global trade, visit its website: www.dpworld.com For media enquiries, please contact: Melina Vissat, Head of Communications M: (+1) 704-605-6159 E: [email protected] About DP World DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, tobemortgagefree combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, tobemortgagefree leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimizing disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door. In the Americas, DP World operates with a team of over 16,000 people across 12 countries, driving excellence through a robust network of 14 ports and terminals and more than 40 warehouses. By harnessing its global reach and local expertise, tobemortgagefree simplify logistics, enhance operational performance, and redefine the boundaries of what's possible in global trade. WE MAKE TRADE FLOW. This advertisement has not loaded yet. Quick Picks

DP World reaffirms long-term partnership with India as Executive Chairman H.E. Essa Kazim makes first visit. 08 Oct, 2026, 11:28 IST Executive Chairman H.E. Essa Kazim, Group CEO Mr. Yuvraj Narayan and members of DP World's Global Board of Directors engage with JNPA leadership to explore opportunities for deeper collaboration and future investment. Inauguration of Phase 2 of Nhava Sheva Business Park adds one million square feet of warehousing capacity, backed by an investment of approximately ₹500 crore ($52 million), strengthening DP World's integrated logistics ecosystem in India. MUMBAI, India, Oct. 8, 2026 /PRNewswire/ - DP World has reaffirmed its long-term commitment to India's economic growth and global trade ambitions, as H.E. Essa Kazim, Executive Chairman, made his first visit to the country in his new role, accompanied by Mr. Yuvraj Narayan, Group Chief Executive Officer, and members of DP World's Global Board of Directors. The visit reflects the strategic importance of India to DP World's global growth agenda and its commitment to building world-class trade and logistics infrastructure in partnership with the country. As India strengthens its position as a global manufacturing, consumption and export hub, DP World continues to invest in capabilities that connect businesses to international markets, enhance supply chain resilience and support the country's evolving trade requirements. A key engagement during the visit was a meeting with Mr. Gaurav Dayal, IAS, Chairman of the Jawaharlal Nehru Port Authority (JNPA) and Mr. Ravish Kumar, IRTS, Deputy Chairman, reaffirming a partnership spanning nearly three decades. Beginning with the concession agreement for Nhava Sheva International Container Terminal (NSICT), the association has played a role in the development of India's public-private partnership model in port infrastructure. The discussions focused on strengthening this longstanding relationship and exploring opportunities for future collaboration, including the development of Vadhavan Port and further investment in the JNPA Special Economic Zone. The engagement underscored the importance of sustained collaboration between the public and private sectors in developing the infrastructure, connectivity and capacity needed to support India's next phase of trade-led growth. As part of the visit, H.E. Essa Kazim and Mr. Yuvraj Narayan inaugurated Phase 2 of the Nhava Sheva Business Park (NSBP) in the presence of members of DP World's Global Board of Directors. The business park's first phase spans 44 acres and provides one million square feet of warehousing space. The newly inaugurated second phase covers an additional 42 acres and will add a further one million square feet of warehousing capacity, representing an investment of approximately ₹500 crore ($52 million). Together, the two phases strengthen DP World's ability to support the growing and increasingly sophisticated requirements of customers across industries. Commenting on the visit and the company's commitment to India, H.E. Essa Kazim, Executive Chairman, DP World, said, "India is a strategic partner in DP World's global growth journey, and we see significant opportunities to contribute to the country's ambitions as a leading global trading nation. Our commitment goes beyond investing in infrastructure; it is about building enduring partnerships, strengthening connectivity and creating integrated supply chain solutions that enable Indian businesses to compete more effectively in global markets. The expansion of Nhava Sheva Business Park reflects our confidence in India's long-term potential and our continued focus on meeting the evolving needs of our customers. We look forward to deepening our collaboration with government and industry partners to support India's growth and unlock new opportunities for trade." The expansion is part of DP World's broader vision to develop an integrated logistics ecosystem at Nhava Sheva, connecting port operations with container freight stations, rail, warehousing and Free Trade Warehousing Zone capabilities. By bringing these complementary services together, DP World enables customers to move cargo more efficiently, optimise logistics costs and access end-to-end supply chain solutions through a connected infrastructure network. The investment reflects a customer-led approach to growth, anticipating changing business needs while providing the capacity, flexibility and connectivity required to serve both domestic and international trade. It also reinforces DP World's focus on developing infrastructure that creates long-term value for customers and contributes to the wider competitiveness of India's logistics sector. Follow DP World on: About DP World DP World is reshaping the future of global trade to improve lives everywhere. Operating across six continents with a team of over 125,000 employees, we combine global infrastructure and local expertise to deliver seamless supply chain solutions. From Ports and Terminals to Marine Services, Logistics and Technology, we leverage innovation to create better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer's door. In India, DP World serves a quarter of India's EXIM container market with 5 container terminals with a total installed capacity of 6 million TEUs per annum. It has 3 free trade warehousing zones, 5 million square feet of warehousing space, 5 container freight stations, express logistics network covering 15000 pin codes and advanced freight forwarding expertise. It is also one of the largest private rail freight operators in India with 16000+ owned containers and 8 inland rail terminals. WE MAKE TRADE FLOW

DP World signs 15-year concession for terminal at Bangladesh's Chittagong port. Deal expected to improve supply chain efficiency. October 08, 2026 Global ports operator DP World has signed a 15-year concession agreement with Bangladesh's Chittagong Port to operate a new terminal that is expected to boost economic activity in the South Asian nation. The public-private partnership deal for the New Mooring Container Terminal (NMCT) is anticipated to improve supply chain efficiency and strengthen Bangladesh's trade and logistics capabilities, the Dubai company said in a statement on Thursday. Under the agreement, which also includes the operation of the overflow container yard, the NMCT will remain under the ownership of the Chittagong Port Authority. DP World did not disclose the value of its investment in the project. The partnership will allow the NMCT to tap into DP World's global network, which includes ports, infrastructure and supply chain services, DP World executive chairman Essa Kazim said. "Bangladesh is an increasingly important trading and manufacturing economy, and we are committed to supporting its continued development," he added. The collaboration builds on an initial pact signed between the Dubai government and the Public-Private Partnership Authority under the Bangladesh Prime Minister's Office, aimed at advancing strategic infrastructure development through PPP initiatives. The development plan includes upgrades to the terminal's civil and equipment infrastructure, use of digital solutions and operational enhancements to improve cargo handling efficiency and growing trade volumes. Working with the Chittagong Port Authority, DP World will focus on key operational areas including berth planning, yard management, equipment utilisation, preventive maintenance, safety and sustainability, it said. The partnership is expected to support local workforce development and the introduction of international operating practices. "By supporting domestic industry and facilitating more efficient trade flows, the partnership [with DP World] will strengthen Bangladesh's position in regional and global supply chains while creating a stronger platform for investment and long-term economic growth," said SM Moniruzzaman, chairman of the Chittagong Port Authority. DP World has a global handling capacity of 110 million 20-foot-equivalent units and is responsible for the movement of 10 per cent of global daily trade, according to its website. It has invested about $10 billion in a logistics network that now spans 85 countries. The company is aggressively expanding internationally. Its latest ventures include investing $90 million to upgrade Angola's Port of Luanda and exploring two major port and economic zone projects in Nigeria. Updated: October 08, 2026, 7:30 AM