Mar 22 2025
International Ports News
DP World has launched a
cutting-edge electric freight solution at Jebel Ali Port in partnership with
Einride, marking a major step towards decarbonising terminal operations.
"Now running around-the-clock, the first wave of the electric fleet is set
to move over 204,000 TEUs annually, supporting DP World’s efforts to accelerate
the transition to greener logistics," says an official release.
The project is part of the partnership
between DP World and Einride signed in May 2024 to electrify inter-terminal
container flows at Jebel Ali Port, the release added. "It aligns with DP World’s broader
sustainability agenda which includes electrifying its fleet of internal
terminal vehicles (ITVs) and implementing innovative partnerships to reduce
emissions.
"The initiative will
reduce 14,600 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) annually compared to
diesel operations, supporting DP World’s science-based targets (SBTi) and
ambition to make global trade smarter and greener."
Robert Falck, CEO and Founder, Einride says:
"This marks the first of many milestones as we set out to have the largest
deployment of electric, autonomous freight mobility in the Middle East. The UAE is uniquely
positioned to lead this sustainable transition given its forward-thinking
approach to innovation, and we are proud to drive this in partnership with DP
World." Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director, DP World GCC
adds: “Decarbonising logistics is a core priority for DP World. We are actively
electrifying our operations, integrating AI-powered solutions and working
closely with our partners like Einride to support our net zero goals. As the
10th busiest port globally, Jebel Ali is setting the benchmark for the
electrification of transport in high-volume trade hubs." The electric fleet is being deployed as part of a multi-phased
rollout, which integrates Einride’s full platform including electric vehicles,
charging infrastructure and the AI-driven Einride Saga operating system.
The second phase will follow later this year, and the full fleet in 2026 -
capable of moving two million TEUs annually, the release added.