DP world to invest $ 5bn in India to strengthen ports, logistics and maritime trade
DP World has pledged to invest an additional $5bn in India to strengthen its integrated supply chain network, expand logistics capabilities, and support its domestic export trade.
The new commitment adds to the $3bn the Dubai-based Global Market Enabler has already invested in India over the past three decades.
Announced during the Indian Maritime Week 2025, the investment underscores DP’s long-term role in building India’s environment and natural resources through the integration of infrastructure, technology, and capacity building partnerships.
DP World Invests in India
This announcement follows the signing of five memorandums of understanding (mous) in the presence of Shri Sarbananda Sonowal, Union minister for ports, shipping and waterways (MOPSW).
These agreements are expected to open up great opportunities and job opportunities in the country’s maritime economy.
Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayhem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, said that the company’s growing expansion reflects its continued commitment to economic transformation in India.
Bin SulayEM said: “DP World has been a part of India’s growth story for almost three decades. This new investment combined with our commitment has enhanced our commitment to maritime and logistics as well as shaping the nation’s position in global trade.
“Aimed to further reduce costs, support local manufacturing, and increase access to markets across the country, these initiatives will strengthen India’s innovative and maritime capabilities”.
Bin SulayEM said that DP’s global expansion plan with national priorities such as PM Gati Shakti, Sagarmala, and Maritime Amrit Kaal Vision 2047, reinforces the shared goal of building a connected India.
Five mous are the keys to driving green shipping, shipping and Smart Logistics
The five agreements signed by DP World during the India Maritime Week 2025 cover a range of strategic priorities, from Demonisation and digitation to capacity building and infrastructure.
- UnifEender, a DP World company, and Sagarmala Finance Corporation have agreed to exchange a MoU to develop Green Coast and short sea shipping across India. The partnership will focus on scaling sustainable ocean solutions that are sustainable and reduce carbon emissions
- Heads of the naming agreement between Cochin Shipward Limited and Drydocks World, a global DP company, will expand and operate an international shipyard in Kochi, strengthening the position of global services
- Cochin Shipyard Limited, WorldDocks World, and a center of excellence in Maritime and Shopbialing signed a TripARTITE MOU on joint skill development in building Pointiaild and Reporture skills – Developing Intime Talent Pool and technical expertise
- The Cochin Port Authority and DP World have agreed to improve the maritime infrastructure in Kerala, including improvements in handling capacity at the International Chicken Transit Terminal (ICTT) in Kochi to increase operational efficiency.
- Deendayal Port Authority, DP World, and Nevomo (Magrail) have signed an agreement to build and install a 750-meter marrail pilot track, introducing automated, low-cost port transportation technology in India
Strengthening India Logistics
DP World said its expanded presence will strengthen the company’s role in supporting India’s trade competitiveness by reducing logistics costs and improving multimodal connectivity.
The company currently operates in more than 200 locations across India, employing more than 24,000 people directly and indirectly.
New investments and partnerships announced at India Maritime in the week of 2025 are expected to increase DP’s global footprint, creating thousands of additional jobs and new opportunities in new sectors.
According to DP World, these developments will contribute to India’s recognition as a leader in Global Advantal and Technological OdveryTraction, reflecting the company’s high-level philosophy of putting the best things into practice.
