DP World has reduced transit times between Romania and Turkey by 50 per cent, following upgrades to its Black Sea operations.
According to Reuters, the company has increased container capacity at Constanța Port, Romania’s largest on the Black Sea, through the addition of a RoRo terminal and a logistics hub in western Romania.
The improvements have shortened shipment duration from Istanbul to Bucharest to under 30 hours, offering an alternative to road transport.
A new scanning facility at the Constanța RoRo terminal has also decreased truck inspection times from several hours to minutes.
DP World has introduced an integrated European logistics service that combines road, sea, air, and rail transport, targeting markets in Bulgaria, Moldova, Serbia, and Turkey.
The company plans further investment exceeding €200 million ($232 million) to expand infrastructure, workforce, and digital capabilities, responding to growing demand from sectors such as automotive, e-commerce, and renewable energy, as well as shifting manufacturing closer to Eastern Europe.
Recently, DP World, the Deendayal Port Authority, and Nevomo signed a Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) to explore collaboration opportunities for a pilot project using Nevomo’s MagRail technology. This initiative aligns with India’s National Logistics Policy and PM Gati Shakti agenda, aiming to enhance port-hinterland connectivity and modernise logistics infrastructure.
