Global marine terminal operator DP World will sponsor the upcoming Al Amal Wedding for couples with special needs, the UAE’s biggest mass wedding..
An initiative launched by His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, Vice President and Prime Minister of the UAE and Ruler of Dubai, the wedding will be held on January 21, 2009 to coincide with the Third Anniversary of Sheikh Mohammed’s Accession as Dubai’s Ruler.
Tariq Bin Khalifa, Commercial Director, DP World – UAE Region, said:
“Al Amal Wedding is a symbol of Dubai’s care and concern for the less privileged members of society. Through our sponsorship, we express our commitment to the community which is home to our flagship terminal, Jebel Ali, strengthening the bond between the company and the society that it serves. The wedding has become a widely respected initiative and we are proud to be associated with it.”
Eman Fares, Marketing and Communication Manager, Iqd Al Yasmen said:
“We are grateful to DP World for its sponsorship of the wedding. We are aware that the company has always been keen to respond to the needs of the community. Al Amal Wedding highlights the importance of joint efforts and support for those who need a helping hand to embark on a new life . Being part of the initiative is in itself a noble act and we thank DP World for its contribution.”
Organised by Dubai Club for Special Sports, the Arab Family Organisation and Iqd Al Yasmen, the Al Amal Wedding is a unique event in the region. It promotes social awareness about the need to provide equal opportunities for all and greater support to people with special needs. Over 100 couples with special needs are expected to take part in the wedding.
About DP World
DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 48 terminals(1) and 13 new developments across 31 countries(2). Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.
DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 14 consecutive years.
In 2007, DP World handled more than 43.3 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia – an increase of 18% on 2006. It has global capacity of more than 54 million TEU, which is set to increase significantly in coming years with a committed pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East. Capacity will rise to around 90 million TEU by 2017.
