DP World Sokhna has achieved a significant milestone by successfully facilitating the first export shipment of passenger vehicles from Ain Sokhna Port in Egypt. This achievement marks a new era for Egypt’s automotive sector and solidifies Sokhna’s position as a regional trade hub.
The roll-on/roll-off (ro-ro) vessel ULUSOY 5, under the agency of KMA – Khedivial Marine Agency Egypt, recently departed for Jebel Ali, Dubai, carrying 498 locally assembled Nissan Sunny vehicles. DP World plans to expand these exports, aiming to ship as many as 10,000 vehicles this year.
“This first ro-ro export shipment is a significant step for Egypt’s automotive sector,” said Avnash Iyer, COO & Acting Country Head, Egypt, DP World. “By leveraging our end-to-end capabilities to streamline customer supply chains, we are integrating Egypt into global trade networks. This helps local manufacturers reach new international markets and supports the long-term growth of the country’s economy.”
Supporting Egypt’s Economic Growth
DP World Sokhna is supporting Egypt’s growing automotive exports and contributing to the country’s economic growth. As a comprehensive trade and logistics hub, DP World Sokhna offers integrated solutions, including:
- Container handling
- Bulk and general cargo handling
- Project cargo services
- Passenger services
- Logistics services (freight forwarding and 3PL solutions)
These integrated solutions provide manufacturers like Nissan with seamless end-to-end logistics, connecting them to customers worldwide.
Investments in Infrastructure
DP World has invested over $1.3 billion in modernizing Ain Sokhna Port over the past two decades. Ongoing investments, including a network of freight forwarding offices, integrated 3PL services, and the development of a logistics park, are further enhancing Egyptian supply chains and facilitating efficient trade.
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