(MENAFN- Khaleej Times) A high level delegation from Argentina led by vice-president Amado Boudou on Wednesday visited DP World headquarters in Jebel Ali and was welcomed by Mohammed Sharaf, Group Chief Executive Officer, DP World.
Accompanied by Ruben Caro, Argentina's ambassador to the UAE, the delegation toured DP World's flagship Jebel Ali Port and were briefed on the sophisticated technology and innovation that has driven the port's operational efficiencies, as well as its major expansion projects, including the recent addition of one million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) to Terminal 2 capacity, and the ongoing development of Terminal 3 that will add a further four million TEU bringing the port's capacity to 19 million TEU in 2014.
The delegation listened to a presentation on Jebel Ali's role as a gateway to the region and DP World's activities across its global portfolio of more than 65 terminals, including new developments underway in India, Africa, Europe, South America and the Middle East.
Talks between the two sides covered issues of mutual interest and possible opportunities for further enhancing cooperation.
Mohammed Sharaf, group chief executive officer, DP World, said: "The vice-president's visit further cements the already strong relations DP World has with Argentina where we operate the largest container terminal in the country. As a vibrant, emerging market, Argentina has great potential and we are committed to playing a vital role in its economic development and in the local community. We thank the Government of Argentina for their continuous support and look forward to further cooperation."
DP World operates Terminales Rio de la Plata (TRP), the largest container terminal in Argentina, located in the heart of downtown Buenos Aires. The terminal handles container and general cargo, and cruise vessels.
In March 2011, DP World inaugurated TRP's Quinquela Martin Cruise Terminal, South America's largest and most modern cruise terminal, which covers over 12,300 sq m, and has the capacity to handle 600,000 passengers a year.
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