DP World Partners with Einride to Expand Electric Freight at Jebel Ali

DP World has partnered with Einride to introduce a cutting-edge electric freight solution at Jebel Ali Port. This initiative marks a significant step toward decarbonizing terminal operations. The first wave of the electric fleet now operates around the clock, transporting over 204,000 twenty-foot containers each year. This initiative advances DP World’s mission to accelerate the transition to greener logistics.

This project is part of a groundbreaking partnership between DP World and Einride, formed in May 2024. The collaboration aims to electrify inter-terminal container flows at Jebel Ali Port, the largest seaport in the Middle East. It supports DP World’s broader sustainability agenda, which prioritizes electrifying its fleet of internal terminal vehicles (ITVs). The initiative also drives innovative partnerships aimed at reducing emissions.

The initiative will cut 14,600 tons of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) annually compared to diesel operations. This reduction supports DP World’s science-based targets (SBTi) and its ambition to make global trade smarter and greener.

Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO and Managing Director, DP World GCC, said: “Decarbonizing logistics is a core priority for DP World. We are actively electrifying our operations, integrating AI-powered solutions and working closely with our partners like Einride to support our net zero goals. As the 10^th busiest port globally, Jebel Ali is setting the benchmark for the electrification of transport in high-volume trade hubs.”

Robert Falck, CEO and Founder at Einride, said: “This marks the first of many milestones as we set out to have the largest deployment of electric, autonomous freight mobility in the Middle East. The UAE is uniquely positioned to lead this sustainable transition given its forward-thinking approach to innovation, and we are proud to drive this in partnership with DP World.”

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The electric fleet is being deployed in multiple phases as part of a strategic rollout. This initiative integrates Einride’s full platform, including electric vehicles, charging infrastructure, and the AI-driven Einride Saga operating system. A second wave will roll out later this year. The full fleet, set for deployment in 2026, will have the capacity to move 2 million twenty-foot containers annually. This tiered deployment leverages Einride’s data-driven analysis to enhance cost and operational efficiency. It also lays the foundation for future autonomous deployment.

With today’s announcement, these vehicles are now actively transporting goods within Jebel Ali Port, using Einride’s technology to make container handling more sustainable.

The UAE’s Net Zero by 2050 commitment highlights the growing role of clean mobility in national and regional sustainability agendas. DP World’s leadership in deploying electric freight solutions positions Jebel Ali Port at the forefront of this transition, setting a precedent for regional and global trade hubs.