DP World launches Egypt's first integrated logistics centre

DP World has inaugurated Egypt's first fully integrated Logistics Distribution Centre (LDC) at Sokhna Logistics Park, introducing a new logistics hub designed to simplify access to the Egyptian market while supporting regional and international trade through a single distribution platform

The launch ceremony was attended by His Excellency Dr Mostafa Madbouly, Prime Minister of Egypt, alongside senior government officials and representatives from international businesses. The occasion also marked the first official visit to Egypt by His Excellency Essa Kazim since assuming the role of chairman of DP World. During the event, agreements were signed with the first three international customers that will utilise the new facility.

Situated adjacent to Sokhna Port within the Suez Canal Economic Zone, the Logistics Distribution Centre has been strategically positioned along one of the world's busiest trade routes, providing efficient connectivity to markets across the region and beyond.

The facility delivers an integrated supply chain offering that combines international freight forwarding, port operations at Sokhna Port, warehousing, inventory management, order fulfilment, customs clearance support, transport coordination and a range of value-added services. These include assembly, packaging, repackaging, labelling and product customisation, allowing businesses to manage distribution from a single location while retaining ownership of inventory until products reach their final destination.

His Excellency Essa Kazim, chairman of DP World, said, "The launch of the project marks a new chapter in our long-standing partnership with this dynamic market. Egypt has been one of our most important investment destinations in the region, and today we reaffirm our confidence in its potential to become a global hub for trade, industry and logistics.”

“Egypt's first Logistics Distribution Centre reflects our vision of creating an integrated ecosystem that connects ports, logistics and supply chain solutions, enabling businesses to access local, regional and international markets more efficiently. We look forward to expanding our investments in support of the Egyptian government's vision while strengthening the competitiveness of the Egyptian economy and attracting further investment," added Kazim.

The centre has already secured its first group of international customers, highlighting Egypt's growing importance as a regional logistics gateway.

Among them is a Kenya-based tea exporter serving customers across Africa, Europe and the Middle East. The company, which handles around 1,000 TEUs into Egypt each year, will use the facility as a regional inventory hub to streamline distribution across several international markets.

Another early customer, one of the world's leading consumer goods distributors, will utilise the centre to support operations in eight markets across Saudi Arabia, the Levant and the Horn of Africa. Its activities will be supported by a dedicated temperature-controlled facility located within Sokhna Logistics Park.

A third customer is a German multinational specialising in fibre-optic cables and digital infrastructure solutions. The company will use the logistics centre to strengthen its distribution and re-export operations across Egypt, North Africa and the Gulf Cooperation Council countries.

Mohammad Shihab, executive vice-president, Egypt and Levant, DP World, said, "The launch of the LDC at Sokhna Logistics Park strengthens Egypt's trade and logistics capabilities by enabling businesses to position inventory closer to customers and serve multiple markets from a single regional hub. The integrated model improves efficiency and flexibility while reinforcing Egypt's role as a strategic gateway connecting Asia, Africa and Europe.”

He thanked the Egyptian Government for its support in enabling the project, adding that it will help attract investment, encourage industrial growth and improve Egypt's competitiveness.

By positioning inventory and raw materials closer to manufacturing hubs and end markets, the Logistics Distribution Centre is expected to shorten lead times, improve supply chain resilience and support business continuity. It will also provide local industries with quicker access to essential materials, further strengthening Egypt's position as a regional trade and logistics hub.

DP World has invested more than US$1.4bn in logistics infrastructure across Egypt. Its investments include the expansion and modernisation of Sokhna Port, the development of Sokhna Logistics Park and a new cold chain facility currently under construction. Together with the company's freight forwarding, contract logistics and end-to-end supply chain services, these assets are intended to help businesses improve operational efficiency, lower costs, enhance export competitiveness and expand access to regional and global markets.