Generated trade worth US$ 3.9bn in 2019 in this segment
Jebel Ali Port handled over 5mn metric tonnes (MT) of metal, steel and construction materials in 2019.
At an average, the port has handled around 4.5mn TEU from 2010 to 2019, which equates to 1bn MT until 2019. Over 50mn MT of general cargo has been handled from 2010 to 2019.
Additionally, JAFZA has witnessed significant growth in the steel, metal and construction segment in 2019, generating AED 13.9 billion.
Jebel Ali Port and JAFZA’s combined capacity and capabilities create DP World, UAE Region’s multimodal trade and logistics hub that connects traders and owners to over 3.5bn consumers. The recent growth and handling capacity underscores the Jebel Ali hub’s strength and competence to enable trade and support the metal, steel and construction segment.
“The construction sector is considered one of the main indicators of a nation’s economy and development. It is also one of the most important business segments in Jafza. We acknowledge its vital role in the regional and global economy,” asserted Mohammed Al Muallem, CEO & Managing Director, DP World, UAE Region and CEO, JAFZA.
JAFZA also reported the safe transportation and discharge of the Al Wasl dome, the largest 360-degree projection surface in the world, which will offer millions of visitors to the Expo 2020 Dubai an unparalleled visual experience.
JAFZA has attracted numerous local and global steel companies over the years, including Danube Building Materials, Conares Steel, Mammut, Nippon Steel, ArcelorMittal, Tata Steel, Baosteel and CNBM.
