Expanding on recent port call achievements, DP World said it has successfully handled the largest-ever specialist vessel carrying slag cargo to dock at an Egyptian port, marking another significant milestone in its bulk cargo operations.

 

The vessel, MV Keeper, with an overall length (LOA) of 289m and carrying 152,150 metric tonnes of slag metal, sets a new operational record at the terminal. 

 

The shipment forms part of a broader commercial agreement, which will see the terminal handle approximately 300,000 tonnes in total, a significant increase when compared to previous cargo volumes, said DP World in a statement.

 

This call at Ain Sokhna Port follows a series of recent handling achievements by DP World Egypt, which included an LNG vessel docking, record iron ore delivery, and major cruise ship arrival, reflecting the broad economic impact of the terminal.

 

This demonstrates DP World Egypt’s enhanced capabilities to efficiently manage larger-scale vessels, in support of Egypt’s broader economic ambitions, it stated.

 

Mohammed Shihab, CEO, Egypt, DP World said: "This record-breaking shipment highlights DP World Egypt’s strategic role as a premier logistics and trade hub for both local and international businesses. The successful handling of MV Keeper reflects the results of our continued investment in Egypt’s trade infrastructure, through our multi-purpose terminal, integrated end-to-end logistics solutions, and the operational excellence of our team."

 

"It reinforces our commitment to supporting Egypt’s key industrial sectors and showcases the country's growing capacity to meet global commerce demands, supported by DP World's world-class logistics capabilities," he added. 

 

DP World’s ongoing facilitation of trade-enabling opportunities is, in parallel, supporting the country’s ambition of establishing itself as a trade and manufacturing hub within the region. 

 

As a key gateway to Egypt, East Africa, North Africa, Asia and beyond, DP World’s ongoing investments into logistics infrastructure further enhances connectivity for local businesses looking to new growth markets.-TradeArabia News Service