Economic Zones

Q: How does DP World leverage its economic zones to strengthen global supply chains?

In addition to offering tax incentives and cost efficiencies, our economic zones are seamlessly integrated with our global network of ports and terminals. This connectivity enhances the speed, visibility, and reliability of your supply chain, helping goods move more efficiently from origin to destination, no matter where your customers are located.

Q: What economic zones are operated by DP World?

Our largest zones include: Jebel Ali Port and Free Zone (Jafza), UAELondon Gateway Logistics Zone, UKCaucedo Logistics Centre, Dominican RepublicMumbai Free Trade Warehousing Zone, IndiaBerbera Economic Zone, Somaliland. South Carolina Logistics Park, USPosorja Special Economic Zone, EcuadorChennai Free Trade Warehousing Zone, IndiaCochin Free Trade Warehousing Zone, India

Q: How many economic zones does DP World have globally?

DP World operates in more than 20 economic trade zones and logistics parks worldwide. Strategically placed across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe, they enhance trade flows, offering incentives to foreign trade zones.

Q: How does DP World ensure efficient and secure movement of goods within its economic zones?

By integrating our economic zones into our global logistics network and supply chain technology, we ensure full cargo visibility and real-time coordination. This enables secure, efficient, and synchronised movement of goods across our zones and beyond.

Q: How does DP World engage with local communities' and governments to ensure positive impact in the regions where its zones are established?

Our network was built on our people, a family of 169 nationalities who live in the communities where we operate. Our long-standing relationships with world governments keep us in tune with regional needs, and our zones operate in accordance with these. Read our sustainability page to learn more.

OVERVIEW

INTEGRATED ECOSYSTEM

DP World’s economic zones are developed and operated as integrated platforms within our global trade ecosystem. By connecting ports, economic zones, and logistics services under a single operating model, we enable seamless connectivity, coordinated execution, and efficient market access across international supply chains.

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SEAMLESS CONNECTIONS

MULTIMODAL CONNECTIVITY

Our locations feature integrated multimodal transport, including sea, road, rail, and air, ensuring smooth, reliable cargo flow. Combined with smart digital tracking tools, we help your goods move faster and more efficiently across borders.

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A TRADE ENGINE

A PLATFORM FOR GLOBAL TRADE

Strategic locations, integrated infrastructure, and a single operating ecosystem enabling growth at every stage.

WHY DP WORLD?

BUILT ON DECADES OF EXPERIENCE

DP World Ecosystem

Ports, economic zones, and logistics developed and operated as one integrated platform. This unified approach removes friction between ship, storage, and market, giving you greater control over speed, cost, and execution.

Access to Markets

Strategically located across major trade lanes, our network connects businesses to more than 3 billion consumers, supporting efficient access to both high growth and established markets.

Investment and Trade Facilitation

A business friendly operating environment. Supported by streamlined setup, regulatory guidance, and customs support, alongside incentives that reduce complexity and time to market.

Operational Flexibility

A range of ready solutions, from warehousing to industrial plots, designed to adapt as operational needs evolve, supported by experienced on ground teams.

SOLUTIONS FOR EVERY STAGE

A range of flexible solutions that simplify setup and operations, enabling businesses to enter markets quickly and scale with confidence

Prebuilt Warehousing Facilities

Ready built warehouses available for short or long term lease, enabling immediate operational readiness. Offered in a range of sizes and configurations, with essential infrastructure in place to support smooth and efficient operations.

OUR LOCATIONS

ECONOMIC ZONES PORTFOLIO

Explore our portfolio of economic zones across key global markets, each offering a distinct platform shaped by its location, connectivity, and role in regional trade.

Jebel Ali Free Zone - UAE

Spanning 57 km² next to Jebel Ali Port, Jafza hosts 10,500+ customers like Unilever & Sony offering powerful tax benefits and flexible industrial, warehousing and office space.

Dominicana Economic Zone - DR

A 310 ha nearshoring hub neighbouring DP World Caucedo, the country’s largest port, built for US oriented supply chains with tax incentives, market access and regional distribution.

London Gateway Logistics Park - UK

This 224 ha port-centric freeport at London Gateway supports global operators like DHL and UPS, offering rapid planning approvals, tax incentives, and multimodal logistics space close to key UK consumer and distribution markets.

South Carolina Logistics Park - USA

A 485 ha industrial hub near Charleston Port reaching two thirds of the US, offering various incentives, access to CSX rail and scalable warehousing for nationwide distribution.

Posorja SEZ - Ecuador

Ecuador’s 120 ha Special Economic Zone, connected to Posorja Port, offers a 50-year concession, tax incentives, and development-ready land for logistics, light industry, and export-focused operations.

Mumbai FTWZ - India

Located just 5 km from Nhava Sheva Port, this 35 ha FTWZ offers GST exemption, FX billing, and duty-free warehousing. Helping accelerate market entry into India and supporting efficient regional distribution.

Berbera SEZ - Somaliland

A 400 ha gateway next to Berbera Port, serving organisations like WFP and Bajaj. It offers Special Economic Zone benefits, direct access to the Ethiopia corridor, and industrial space for manufacturing and logistics operations.

Chennai FTWZ - India

This 35 ha Free Trade Warehousing Zone near Chennai Port offers zero-GST services, FX accounts, and duty-free warehousing to support value-added operations and scale distribution across southern India.

Cochin FTWZ - India

Located within DP World Cochin, this 4 ha FTWZ provides customs incentives, FX trades and duty free warehousing supported by sea and rail connectivity for global access.

Sokhna Logistics Park - Egypt

This 300,000 sqm logistics park in SCZONE minutes from Sokhna Port offers bonded and non-bonded warehousing, value-added services, and customs incentives to support trade, value-added operations, and regional distribution across Egypt and beyond.

Karachi Logistics Park - Pakistan

This port-centric logistics park near Port Qasim offers integrated warehousing, 3PL services, and value-added solutions to support efficient nationwide distribution and seamless cargo flow across Pakistan.

ECONOMIC ZONES FAQs

How does DP World leverage its economic zones to strengthen global supply chains?

By integrating our economic zones directly with a global network of ports and logistics infrastructure, we enable businesses to operate closer to trade flows and end markets. This integrated approach improves speed, visibility, and reliability across supply chains, reducing friction between production, storage, and distribution from origin to destination.

What economic zones are operated by DP World?

Our largest zones include:

•    Jebel Ali Free Zone (Jafza), United Arab Emirates
•    Dubai operational zones (NIP, DAM, DTC, DMC, DFD), United Arab Emirates
•    Mumbai Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ), India
•    Chennai Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ), India
•    Cochin Free Trade Warehousing Zone (FTWZ), India
•    Dominicana Economic Zone, Dominican Republic
•    London Gateway Logistics Park, United Kingdom
•    Berbera Economic Zone, Somaliland
•    Posorja Economic Zone, Ecuador
•    Sokhna Logistics Park, Egypt
•    South Carolina Logistics Park, United States
•    Jeddah Logistics Park, Saudi Arabia
•    Karachi Logistics Park, Pakistan

How many economic zones does DP World have globally?

We operate in more than 20 economic trade zones and logistics parks worldwide. Located across the Middle East, Africa, Asia, and Europe, these sites help businesses set up, operate, and move goods more efficiently by connecting to major trade routes and logistics networks.

How does DP World ensure efficient and secure movement of goods within its economic zones?

We combine integrated logistics infrastructure with strong operational controls. This includes coordinated gate and yard processes, secure access management and monitoring, and digital tools that support track and trace, planning, and real time coordination. Together, these capabilities help goods move safely and efficiently within our zones and across the wider supply chain.

How does DP World engage with local communities' and governments to ensure positive impact in the regions where its zones are established?

We work closely with local authorities and stakeholders from planning through operations to ensure our zones align with national priorities and local needs. This includes ongoing engagement on permits, infrastructure, compliance, and operational standards, as well as initiatives that support local employment, skills development, and responsible business practices. For more detail, please visit our Sustainability page.

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