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DP World reported a revenue of US$12.7 billion for the first half of 2026, up 13.1% from $11.2 billion year on year
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It reflects the strength of its global network amid the continuing trade flow disruption in the Middle East
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Growth across Logistics, Marine Services and DP World’s international Ports and Terminals portfolio helped offset lower activity at Jebel Ali
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The company’s EBITDA in the first six months dropped 8.3% on a like-for-like basis to $2.86 billion from $3.03 billion
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The company plans to develop two new terminals in Fujairah under a 50-year concession, extending the Jebel Ali ecosystem and strengthening the resilience and flexibility of the UAE trade infrastructure
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The company has invested $1.5 billion across its global portfolio during the first half and expects to put in approximately $3 billion this year
DP World reported a revenue of US$12.7 billion for the first half of 2026, up 13.1% from $11.2 billion year on year, reflecting the strength of its global network amid the continuing trade flow disruption in the Middle East.
The Dubai-based global port operator and logistics company said growth across Logistics, Marine Services and DP World’s international Ports and Terminals portfolio helped offset lower activity at Jebel Ali.
Excluding Jebel Ali, container volumes increased 6.5% to 39.7 million twenty-foot equivalent unit (TEU) from 37.7 million on a like-for-like basis, with growth across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe and the Americas.
Like-for-like at constant currency adjusts for foreign exchange movements and the impact of acquisitions and disposals to aid comparability, according to the company.
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“DP World delivered a strong revenue performance and resilient EBITDA (earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation and amortization) in the first half of 2026, despite significant disruption to trade flows across the Middle East. Revenue increased 13.1% to $12.7 billion, reflecting the strength and diversity of our global portfolio, the benefits of our integrated business model, and our ability to help cargo owners keep goods moving across international markets,” said DP World Group chairman, H.E. Essa Kazim.
The company’s EBITDA in the first six months dropped 8.3% on a like-for-like basis to $2.86 billion from $3.03 billion.
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Jebel Ali, meanwhile, remains fully operational with no physical damage, but the regional conflict has reduced vessel traffic.
In response, DP World has implemented mitigation measures across its regional network, including expanded inland connectivity, to support the continued movement of critical cargo.
DP World also announced that it plans to develop two new terminals in Fujairah under a 50-year concession, extending the Jebel Ali ecosystem and strengthening the resilience and flexibility of the United Arab Emirates’ (UAE) trade infrastructure.
“This will provide cargo owners with greater flexibility, more choice and enhanced supply chain resilience, while reinforcing our confidence in the UAE’s future as a leading global trade and logistics hub,” the company chairman said.
DP World Group CEO Yuvraj Narayan said they are maintaining a “disciplined focus on capital allocation, cost management and operational efficiency.”
The company invested $1.5 billion across its global portfolio during the first half and expects to invest approximately $3 billion this year, supporting new capacity and trade infrastructure in key growth markets including the UAE, UK, India, Saudi Arabia and the Democratic Republic of Congo.
“Combined with a strong balance sheet and liquidity position, this provides the flexibility to navigate uncertainty and continue creating long-term value for all our stakeholders,” Narayan said.
DP World’s presence in the Philippines is through a major strategic partnership with Asian Terminals Inc., operating the Manila South Harbor and the Batangas port and terminal.
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