DP World has expanded its fleet of electric internal terminal vehicles (eITVs) at Jebel Ali Port from 14 to 146 units, forming one of the largest electric port fleets in the Middle East. The vehicles are used to transport containers between quay cranes, yard stacks and terminal gates.
The expansion includes 35 diesel-powered vehicles converted to electric by DP World’s in-house engineering teams, along with more than 100 new units sourced from international manufacturers, the company said. A network of rapid charging stations has also been installed across the port to support the fleet.
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In addition to the eITVs, DP World has deployed eleven electric empty container handlers for stacking and moving empty containers within the terminal. The company said the initiative supports its efforts to reduce emissions and align with the UAE’s clean energy goals.
“Electrifying our port operations is a strategic priority that supports the UAE’s Net Zero 2050 ambitions,” said Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC. “By scaling our electric fleet and transitioning to cleaner energy at Jebel Ali Port, we are building future-ready and more resilient supply chains that benefit our customers and the communities we serve.”
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DP World received its first electric trucks from Swedish manufacturer Einride in March, with the full fleet of 100 connected electric trucks scheduled for delivery in 2026. The company said the expanded electric fleet is expected to cut diesel use and lower greenhouse gas emissions by over 10 per cent, equivalent to removing 2,255 cars from the road each year.
