DP World’s logistics park in Jeddah represents a major development for the group’s projects at Jeddah Islamic Port. This modern facility provides an integrated environment for trade and logistics services, enhancing operations for importers and exporters.
The first steps towards implementing a huge investment project in the Jeddah Islamic Port have begun, as a company announced DP World “DB World” in cooperation with General Ports Authority Saudi Arabia announced the launch of the project on an area of 415 thousand square meters, the largest integrated logistics zone in the Kingdom.
The project is expected to be ready to open in the second quarter of 2025, after its implementation is completed in two phases.
The project includes the establishment of the latest storage and distribution facilities on an area of 415 thousand square meters, making it the largest integrated logistics area in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia. The facilities include large yards designated for multi-purpose warehouses with an area of 185 thousand square meters, in addition to 390 thousand storage platforms, to ensure flow. Smooth transportation of goods to and from Jeddah.
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The project is considered a model of sustainable innovation, as it includes supplying the storage warehouses with a rooftop solar power plant, capable of generating 20 megawatts of renewable energy, reflecting its commitment to environmentally friendly technology and logistical efficiency.
On this occasion, Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Chairman of the Board of Directors and CEO of DP World Group, said: “The investments we are making in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia represent an important strategic step that reflects our history of success in Jeddah over many years, and embodies our continued commitment to facilitating Trade movement inside and outside the region. The Kingdom has always been considered a major market for us, and we see this step as an exciting opportunity for growth and expansion, which enhances our role in supporting the Kingdom’s Vision 2030 and achieving its ambitious goals in the field of transportation and logistics services.”
On the part, Omar bin Talal Hariri, Chairman of the General Ports Authority in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, explained: “This logistics zone represents an important partnership with the DP World Group, and will contribute significantly to enhancing the capabilities of Saudi ports and improving their performance in the flow of goods and containers, which is in line with the vision of Kingdom 2030 to develop the logistics infrastructure and enhance the Kingdom’s role as a major global logistics center.”
While Mohammed Al-Sheikh, General Manager of DB World in the Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, confirmed: “We are excited to implement this comprehensive project, which will contribute to developing the Kingdom’s logistical infrastructure and strengthening its position as a major center for global trade, and we look forward to working in cooperation with companies and government agencies in The Kingdom to achieve our common goals and strengthen the national economy.”
