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DP<\/strong> World will invest an additional USD 5 bn in India to strengthen its supply chain network<\/strong>, which supports both exports and domestic trade, according to a press release<\/a>. The announcement was made during India Maritime Week 2025, where DP World inked five MoUs with several industrial partners. The signed agreements include: <\/p>\n

#1- Unifeeder to develop India\u2019s shipping capabilities:<\/strong> DP World\u2019s feeder and multimodal transportation firm Unifeeder partnered with Sagarmala Finance Corporation to develop green coastal and short-sea shipping across India. The partnership will focus on scaling commercially viable coastal transport models.<\/p>\n

#2-<\/strong> Drydocks to support advancing ship building and repair skills:<\/strong> Drydocks World also inked a tripartite MoU with Cochin Shipyard Limited, and the Center of Excellence in Maritime and Shipbuilding (CEMS) to improve skill development in shipbuilding and repair. <\/p>\n

#3- DP World and the Cochin Port Authority agreed to upgrade handling facilities at DP World\u2019s International Container Transshipment Terminal<\/strong> in Kochi. The initiative aims to improve operational efficiency, expand trade capacity, and enhance Kerala\u2019s maritime connectivity.<\/p>\n

#4-<\/strong> Deendayal Port Authority, DP World, and Nevomo (MagRail) signed an agreement to design and install a 750-meter booster pilot track within the port.<\/strong> The three firms previously partnered<\/a> to mull the deployment of autonomous magnetic rail freight movement solutions in India.<\/p>\n

Where will the money go?<\/strong> The logistics firm, which invested USD 3 bn so far in India, focuses its projects on developing the Asian country\u2019s infrastructure, improving multimodal connectivity, and increasing its global trade competitiveness. <\/p>\n

What they said:<\/strong> \u201cThis new investment, combined with the strategic partnerships, reaffirms our commitment to advancing India\u2019s maritime and logistics industry. Aimed at further lowering logistics costs, supporting local manufacturing, and expanding access to markets across the country, these initiatives will strengthen India\u2019s innovative and sustainable maritime capabilities,\u201d DP World\u2019s CEO Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem said. <\/p>\n

ICYMI-<\/strong> Abu Dhabi is planning on investing<\/a> upwards of USD 2 bn in India\u2019s Maharashtra\u2019s ports and shipbuilding sector. The investments will be explored under an MoU linked between Abu Dhabi Ports Group, Abu Dhabi Investment Office, and Maharashtra Ports Department. Meanwhile, DP World\u2019s marine and ship repair subsidiary Drydocks World inked a heads of terms agreement with India\u2019s Cochin Shipyard to set up India\u2019s first vessel repair cluster.<\/p>\n

It\u2019s all part of a bigger plan:<\/strong> DP World announced intentions last December to boost its presence<\/a> in India by expanding into more industrial parks and logistics projects. The port operator launched<\/a> operations at Cochin Economic Zone in the Vallarpadam terminal back in June 2024 and also operates in Mumbai\u2019s Nhava Sheva Business Park and Chennai\u2019s Integrated Chennai Business Park. The firm also operates<\/a> five container terminals in India\u2019s Mundra, Cochin, and Chennai, as well as two in Mumbai. <\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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