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Ro ro gets space to grow in Jebel Ali

[ August 18, 2025   //   ]

DP World has expanded its automotive logistics capacity at Jebel Ali Port a 2.6 million sq ft storage yard at Terminal 4. The upgrade adds 13,000 CEUs (car equivalent units), raising the port’s total storage capacity to 75,000 CEUs.

The expansion includes an 800-metre quay that can handle up to three roll-on/roll-off (RoRo) vessels simultaneously. Reallocating ro ro operations from Terminal 1 to the new purpose-built zone at Terminal 4 improves berth availability, speeds up turnaround times and expands port space to meet demand.

In the first half of 2025, Jebel Ali handled 545,000 vehicles at the port, up 28% year-on-year. Imports accounted for 65% of the total, primarily from China, Japan, Thailand, India and South Korea.

The expansion is part of DP World’s broader automotive strategy, which includes plans for a 20 million sq ft advanced car market in Dubai, set to be the largest in the world.

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