DP World continued to deliver strong performance during the first half of 2026, reporting revenue of $12.7 billion, an increase of 13.1% year over year, reflecting the strength of its integrated business model and the diversity of its global portfolio.

Growth across the logistics and marine services businesses, alongside the solid performance of DP World’s international portfolio of ports and terminals, supported the group’s results during the first six months of the year.

Excluding Jebel Ali Port, container volumes increased 6.5% on a like-for-like basis, driven by growth across Africa, Asia Pacific, Europe, and the Americas.

The group also confirmed that Jebel Ali Port remains fully operational, while it continues to develop its regional network and strengthen inland connectivity, supporting efficient cargo flows and greater supply chain resilience.

H.E. Essa Kazim, Chairman of DP World Group, said: “DP World Group delivered strong revenue performance and maintained resilient EBITDA during the first half of 2026, despite the significant disruption to trade flows in the Middle East. Revenue increased by 13.1% to $12.7 billion, reflecting the strength and diversity of our global portfolio, the advantages of our integrated business model, and our ability to help cargo owners keep goods moving across international markets.

He added: “In the UAE, we are expanding our network of trade gateways through two new container terminals in Fujairah, extending the Jebel Ali ecosystem through an integrated supply chain. This will provide cargo owners with greater flexibility and more options, strengthen supply chain resilience, and reinforce our confidence in the future of the UAE and its position as a leading global hub for trade and logistics.”

Yuvraj Narayan, Group Chief Executive Officer of DP World, said: “Excluding Jebel Ali, container volumes increased by 6.5% on a like-for-like basis, while adjusted EBITDA increased by 9.7%, driven by growth in Africa, the Americas, Asia Pacific and Europe. This performance reflects the strength of our global network and our ability to provide cargo owners with effective, integrated supply chain solutions.”

He added: “We remain disciplined in our focus on capital allocation, cost management and operational efficiency. Together with the strength of our balance sheet and liquidity position, this provides us with the flexibility needed to navigate uncertainty and continue delivering sustainable, long-term value for all stakeholders.”

Expansion of the UAE’s Trade Infrastructure

DP World plans to develop two new container terminals in the Emirate of Fujairah under a 50-year concession, helping expand the Jebel Ali ecosystem and strengthen the UAE’s trade infrastructure capabilities.

The two new terminals are expected to provide cargo owners with additional options, support greater integration between ports and logistics networks, and further strengthen the UAE’s position as a major global hub for trade and logistics.

The group invested $1.5 billion across its global portfolio during the first half of the year and expects total capital expenditure to reach approximately $3 billion in 2026.

These investments are aimed at adding new capacity and developing trade infrastructure across key growth markets, including the UAE, the United Kingdom, India, Saudi Arabia, and the Democratic Republic of the Congo.

DP World continues to build on the strength of its diversified global network and the continued growth of its integrated logistics business, supporting its ability to deliver sustainable growth over the medium and long term.

Global Financial and Operational Performance

DP World recorded strong revenue performance during the first half of 2026, with revenue rising 13.1% to $12.715 billion, compared with $11.244 billion during the same period last year.

On a like-for-like basis and at constant currency, revenue increased by 4.1%.

Adjusted EBITDA stood at $2.86 billion, compared with $3.03 billion in the first half of 2025, while the group continued to focus on improving operational efficiency, disciplined capital allocation, and cost management.

Total global container throughput reached approximately 42.826 million twenty-foot equivalent units, or TEUs, during the first half of the year, compared with 45.438 million TEUs in the corresponding period of 2025.

Meanwhile, container handling operations outside Jebel Ali Port delivered stronger performance, with total throughput increasing to 39.681 million TEUs. This represented growth of 5.4% on a reported basis and 6.5% on a like-for-like and constant-currency basis, compared with 37.664 million TEUs during the first half of last year.

The performance highlights the strength of DP World’s global reach and diversified operating portfolio, as well as its ability to benefit from growth across key markets while continuing to expand its presence in ports, marine services, and integrated logistics.