DP World, a global port and logistics company, has reported handling 64.27 million container units across its terminals during the first nine months of 2026. This represents a steady operational performance despite global supply chain challenges. The company operates in several major ports worldwide, including Egypt's Sokhna Port.
In the third quarter of 2026, DP World handled 21.5 million container units, compared to 24 million units in the same period of 2025. The company attributed this to a strong performance in several key regions, including Asia and the Pacific, India, the Americas, and Australia. These regions have contributed to the company's diversified geographical presence and robust global market position.
DP World's performance reflects the resilience of its business model and diversified portfolio, enabling it to navigate global trade fluctuations and challenges. The company's integrated terminal network and presence in key markets ensure operational efficiency, supply chain continuity, and flexible solutions for its clients. This solidifies DP World's position as a major partner in international trade.
The company's flagship terminal, Jebel Ali Port, handled 403,000 container units in the third quarter of 2026. Over the first nine months, Jebel Ali Port handled 3.5 million container units. Meanwhile, DP World's Asia and the Pacific, and India region recorded 34.35 million container units in the first nine months, up 3.1% from the same period in 2025.
The Americas and Australia region also reported a positive performance, with container volumes rising to 10.8 million units in the first nine months of 2026, up 3.9% from the same period in 2025. In the third quarter, this region handled 3.7 million container units, up 2% from 2025. This growth underscores the region's ongoing positive performance within DP World's global network.
Conversely, the Europe, Middle East, and Africa region handled 6 million container units in the third quarter of 2026, down from 8.8 million units in the same period of 2025. Over the first nine months, this region handled 19.12 million container units, compared to 25.7 million units in 2025.
On a consolidated basis, DP World handled 11.6 million container units in the third quarter of 2026, down from 14.3 million units in the same period of 2025. Over the first nine months, the company handled 35.4 million container units, compared to 41.7 million units in 2025.
Key points
- DP World handled 64.27 million containers in 9 months of 2026
- Company's Asia and the Pacific, and India region recorded 34.35 million container units in the first nine months
- Americas and Australia region reported a 3.9% growth in container volumes in the first nine months of 2026
