ESG Report | DP World Sustainability Report

OUR OBJECTIVES FOR SUSTAINABILITY

As proponents of positive transformation, we are resolute in our dedication to comprehensive Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) strategies, aspiring for a sustainable and prosperous future.

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HIGHLIGHTS

Water conservation pledge

We commit to positively influencing 100 water-stressed basins by 2030, in alignment with the UNGC CEO Water Mandate, evidencing our devotion to worldwide water safety.

Emissions reduction triumph

With a 13% reduction in emissions from our baseline year, we've made considerable strides in our quest for environmental sustainability.

Renewable energy achievement

Achieving an impressive 61% renewable energy utilisation in our operations, we exemplify our commitment to moving towards cleaner, sustainable energy sources.

Community involvement and contribution

Our US$10.5 million investment in community schemes has impacted 486,000 beneficiaries, including support for 276,000 women and girls, underlining our pledge to societal growth and empowerment.

OUR IMPACT

Investing in AI for safety

ChatGPT becomes safety assistant on our vessels

P&O Maritime Logistics (POML) team has recently onboarded an Artificial Intelligence tool to support health and safety initiatives across their fleet. The Artificial Intelligence Safety Assistant (AISA), powered by ChatGPT, answers health, safety, security, environmental and quality (HSSEQ) questions in multiple languages and around the clock, providing guidance including safety measures and processes to follow during an incident.

Innovating for positive change

Retrofitting terminal tractors in the UAE

In the UAE, we launched an initiative to retrofit 30% of terminal tractors in Jebel Ali by 2028. These tractors account for a significant portion of Scope 1 diesel emissions globally; transforming diesel terminal tractors with electric components, not only reduces diesel usage but also promotes a circular economy by extending the lifespan of existing equipment and minimising waste.

Partnering for green solutions

Decarbonising Maritime Services

We have an MOU with PIL to jointly develop green solutions to decarbonise global supply chains. In the near term, we will collaborate on trial shipments between Jebel Ali Port in Dubai and destinations within PIL’s network, with initiatives to reduce the shipments’ GHG footprint. Over the longer term, we will explore expanding this partnership to include other ports within our global network and using other alternative fuels in PIL’s vessel operations and bunkering.

Investing in tech for good

Supporting Tadoba-Andharu tiger reserve with thermal drones

In Maharashtra, India, we provided two state-of-the-art thermal drones to Customs Trade Partnership Against Terrorism (CTPAT), to advance efforts towards wildlife protection and conservation of nature. This aerial technology will help in tracking wild animals, decrease forest offences and allow for safer operations for the entire team and enhancing their understanding of the reserve’s ecosystem.

Collaborating for wellbeing

Partnering with Noor Dubai Foundation

The DP World Foundation and Noor Dubai Foundation joined forces to launch an eye treatment campaign in Berbera and Bosaso, Somaliland in December 2023. The primary goal was to perform 550 cataract surgeries to prevent blindness and visual impairment, locally and internationally. Cataracts are a major cause of blindness, especially in low- and middle-income countries (LMICs).

Celebrating the future

DP World Posorja launches Operators of the Future

To celebrate Women’s History Month, our team in Ecuador inaugurated the Operators of the Future programme, to recruit and develop new female talent in the heart of our industry – the operational area. The programme was officially announced during the Ambassadors of Today panel, where prominent female industry executives discussed issues relating to the current leadership of women in the world.

THOUGHT LEADERSHIP

Changing the perception of water

Water is crucial for life on Earth and vital for our well-being. Businesses, including ours, can play a significant role in changing how water is used.

Climate proofing the supply chain

We examine three climate scenarios, assessing the potential impact of weather hazards across 50 ports and terminals in our global portfolio.

Empowering humanitarian logistics resilience

As the world faces increasing and unprecedented challenges, humanitarian logistics is the central element of crisis response when supply chains are disrupted.

OUR GOVERNANCE

Blueprint for Success

From the scale of energy required to make and move goods to the resource intensity of logistics, we focus on measuring and managing our direct environmental impacts and preventing global climate change. Our adherence to stringent governance principles, supported by ESG reporting solutions, guides DP World’s sustainability efforts, ensuring transparency and accountability.

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Changing the perception of water

Climate proofing the supply chain

ESG Sustainability Report

OUR OBJECTIVES FOR SUSTAINABILITY