DP World has facilitated the first export shipment of 500 passenger vehicles from Ain Sokhna port in a boost for Egypt’s automotive sector.
The roll-on-roll-off (ro-ro) vessel Ulusoy 5, under the agency of KMA - Khedivial Marine Agency Egypt, recently departed for Jebel Ali, Dubai, carrying 498 locally assembled Nissan Sunny vehicles.
DP World said in a statement that the achievement underscored the port operator’s commitment to supporting Egypt’s growing automotive industry and solidifying Sokhna’s position as a regional trade hub. It plans to ship up to 10 000 vehicles this year to advance the sector and contribute to the country’s economic growth.
DP World COO and acting country head, Avnash Iyer, said the first ro-ro export shipment was a significant step for Egypt’s automotive sector.
“It’s a testament to the collaborative efforts of our team and Nissan Egypt. By leveraging our end-to-end capabilities to streamline customer supply chains, we are integrating Egypt into global trade networks,” Iyer said.
“This helps local manufacturers reach new international markets and supports the long-term growth of the country’s economy. This is just the beginning, and we see enormous potential for automotive exports from Egypt.”
Over the past two decades, DP World has invested more than $1.3 billion in modernising Ain Sokhna port.
Ongoing investments, including a network of freight forwarding offices, integrated third-party logistics services, and the development of a logistics park, are further enhancing the country’s supply chains to facilitate efficient trade.
