DP World has posted a robust set of results for the first half of 2025, with both revenue and profitability recording double-digit growth, underscoring the resilience of its integrated global trade platform amid persistent geopolitical and economic headwinds.
Revenue surged 20.4% year-on-year to $11.24 billion, driven by strong performance in Ports & Terminals and contributions from recent acquisitions. Adjusted EBITDA climbed 21.4% to $3.03 billion.
Container throughput also improved, with DP World handling 45.4 million TEU across its global portfolio — a 5.6% like-for-like increase. At terminals where it has operational control, volumes rose 7.5% to 27.4 million TEU.
DP World H1 2025 Performance at a Glance
- Revenue: $11.24B (+20.4% YoY)
- Adjusted EBITDA: $3.03B (+21.4% YoY)
- Total Container Volumes: 45.4M TEU (+5.6% LFL)
- Volumes at Operated Terminals: 27.4M TEU (+7.5% YoY)
- Capital Expenditure H1 2025: $1.08B (Full-year target: $2.5B)
- Key Expansion Projects: Jebel Ali Port, Drydocks World, Tuna Tekra (India), London Gateway (UK), Dakar (Senegal)
- Global Freight Network: ~300 locations, covering >90% of trade lanes
- Strategic Focus: Terminal capacity, supply chain integration, digital solutions
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, Group Chairman and CEO of DP World, said:
“We are pleased to report strong first-half results, with both revenue and EBITDA growing by over 20%. Ongoing geopolitical tensions, the continued closure of the Red Sea route, and rising uncertainty around global trade tariffs have caused significant disruption across the industry. Despite these challenges, our strategy of delivering integrated end-to-end solutions and operating critical infrastructure in key markets has allowed us to continue supporting cargo owners to move their freight and to deliver a strong set of results.”
Strategic Investments
DP World invested $1.08 billion in capital expenditure during H1 2025, with a full-year target of $2.5 billion. Projects include expansions at Jebel Ali Port, Drydocks World, Tuna Tekra (India), London Gateway (UK), Dakar (Senegal), as well as growth in DP World Logistics and P&O Maritime Logistics. These investments aim to boost terminal capacity, integrate supply chains, and enhance digital capabilities to future-proof trade flows.
Global Network Expansion
Through Unifeeder, DP World continues to provide sustainable multimodal transport solutions, helping global shipping lines and cargo owners maintain reliability amid supply chain disruptions. Its freight forwarding network now spans around 300 locations, covering over 90% of global trade lanes.
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