By: Logistics Middle east

Dubai-based port operator DP World reported a 32.2% year-on-year increase in net profit to $1.96bn in 2025, supported by strong performance across its global ports, terminals and integrated logistics portfolio.
The company recorded revenue of $24.4bn for the year, representing a 22% increase compared with the previous reporting period. Adjusted EBITDA reached $6.4bn, with the EBITDA margin standing at 26.3%, reflecting improved asset utilisation and expanding throughput across several international gateways.

Expansion pipeline

Capital expenditure reached $3.1bn in 2025, rising from $2.2bn in 2024 as the operator accelerated development across strategic infrastructure assets.

DP World disclosed that its global port capacity increased to 109mn TEU during the reporting period, reinforcing its position among the world’s largest terminal operators and strengthening network throughput capacity across multiple trade corridors.

For 2026, the group has allocated approximately $3bn in capital expenditure to advance priority expansion projects across key markets.

Investment will focus on capacity development at major logistics and maritime hubs including Jebel Ali Port, Drydocks World, the Tuna Tekra Terminal project in India, London Gateway in the United Kingdom, the Port of Ndayane development in Senegal and facilities in Jeddah.

These projects form part of the group’s long-term infrastructure pipeline aimed at increasing container handling capacity, strengthening multimodal logistics integration and improving trade corridor connectivity.

Operations continue

The company noted that Jebel Ali Port remains fully operational, with no infrastructure damage reported. However, inbound vessel traffic has experienced temporary fluctuations due to broader regional maritime disruption affecting shipping routes.

Operational activity at one berth was briefly suspended on March 1 following falling debris linked to a regional interception event that caused a small fire. The situation was contained quickly and normal terminal operations resumed shortly afterwards.

Essa Kazim, Group Chairman of DP World, explained that near-term trading conditions remain shaped by geopolitical developments and evolving global trade policies. He added that long-term trade fundamentals continue to support sustained investment in global port and logistics infrastructure.

DP World continues to prioritise operational resilience and network diversification as it expands its integrated logistics model, linking ports, economic zones and inland supply chain services across key international markets.