DP World Reports Record 2025 Revenue and Profit Growth

DP World has announced record financial results for 2025, reporting strong growth across its ports, terminals and logistics operations.

The global logistics and port operator posted revenue of $24.4 billion, marking a 22% increase compared to 2024. The company’s adjusted EBITDA rose 18% to $6.4 billion, with a healthy margin of 26.3%, reflecting strong operational performance and improved efficiency.

Cargo volumes and throughput rise

DP World also recorded growth in cargo handling volumes. Total Group gross throughput increased by 5.8%, reaching 93.4 million twenty-foot equivalent units (TEU) during the year.

The company said the growth was driven by strong performance in its Ports & Terminals segment as well as continued expansion of its global logistics services.

Profit and cash flow show strong growth

The company’s profit for 2025 rose 32.2% to $1.96 billion, supported by higher operating leverage and disciplined cost management.

Meanwhile, operating cash flow increased by 14% to $6.3 billion, highlighting the strength of DP World’s integrated global logistics platform.

Leadership comments on performance

Essa Kazim, Chairman of the Board of Directors at DP World, said the company delivered strong results despite global economic uncertainty and shifting trade dynamics.

He said the company’s diversified portfolio, disciplined capital allocation and focus on high-yield cargo helped it maintain resilient earnings and strong cash generation.

Group CEO Yuvraj Narayan added that the Ports & Terminals business delivered strong performance, supported by steady cargo volumes and improved revenue per container.

According to Narayan, like-for-like revenue per TEU increased by 8.5%, while the company also unified its Marine Services operations under the DP World brand to strengthen its position as an integrated global logistics provider.

Return on capital and investments increase

DP World’s Return on Capital Employed (ROCE) improved to 9.9% in 2025, up from 8.9% in 2024, reflecting stronger profitability despite ongoing geopolitical and trade uncertainties.

The company also continued investing heavily in global infrastructure. Capital expenditure reached $3.1 billion in 2025, compared with $2.2 billion in 2024, supporting capacity expansion and productivity improvements.

As a result, global port capacity increased to 109 million TEU.

Expansion plans for 2026

For 2026, DP World has planned around $3 billion in capital expenditure, focusing on major development projects in key global locations including:

• Jebel Ali Port

• Drydocks World

• Tuna Tekra Port

• London Gateway

• Ndayane Port

• Jeddah Islamic Port

Progress on sustainability goals

DP World also reported progress on its environmental targets. The company reduced Scope 1 and Scope 2 emissions by 14% compared with its 2022 baseline, while around 67% of its global electricity consumption now comes from renewable energy sources.

The company said it will continue focusing on operational efficiency, customer-centric services and strategic investments to support long-term global trade growth.