Einride, the Swedish electric logistics company, and DP World, the Arabian port operator, are joining forces to electrify the movement of shipping containers at the port of Jebel Ali in Dubai. The partnership aims to save 14,600 tonnes of CO2 equivalents per year.
Jebel Ali, the tenth-largest harbor in the world, will soon utilize Einride technology. The Einride Saga software will manage a fleet of heavy electric vehicles and a charging infrastructure, along with piloting projects for autonomous driving. This collaboration will electrify container flows between terminals in Jebel Ali Port, enhancing efficiency and sustainability in the port and marking the largest deployment of electric mobility for goods in the Middle East, operating 24/7 and transforming the transport landscape in the region.
By the end of 2024, the partnership aims to cover 1,600 container movements per day. A fleet of 100 connected electric trucks will be deployed and controlled via Einride Saga, the company’s digital operating system for analyzing, optimizing, and maximizing the efficiency of electric and autonomous road freight transport. A pilot project for autonomous driving is planned for 2025.
Einride’s CEO and founder, Robert Falck, expressed, “Einride and DP World are driving a paradigm shift in the landscape of freight mobility in the Middle East. Our collaboration underscores a shared dedication to sustainability and innovation, merging Einride’s expertise in electrification and autonomous technology with DP World’s global logistics leadership.” He added, “By reshaping container transportation in Jebel Ali Port, we aim to set a new standard for sustainable transport practices, significantly curbing CO2 emissions.”
Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director of DP World GCC, stated, “DP World is committed to making trade smarter, faster and more sustainable, and our new partnership with Einride aligns perfectly with our vision. We have already made significant progress in electrifying and automating our terminals at Jebel Ali Port, and by leveraging Einride’s cutting-edge technology, we can take that to the next level.”
The collaboration between Einride and DP World is part of Einride’s broader initiative with the UAE government to drive the region towards sustainable shipping. Einride’s ecosystem, which includes electric and autonomous vehicles, charging infrastructure, and transformative technology, will be widely deployed across the Falcon Rise network, representing a significant step towards a more sustainable and efficient future for shipping.