DP World Expands Freight Forwarding Network with
New Office in Panama
New Panama City office boosts global connectivity
and delivers tailored end-to-end supply chain solutions.
Source: Business Wire
DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply
chain solutions, announces the opening of its new freight forwarding office in
Panama City, Panama. This office is the latest addition to DP World’s growing
network in Latin America, further bolstering its capacity to provide seamless,
end-to-end supply chain solutions to businesses across the region.
The office offers a comprehensive range of freight
forwarding services, including ocean freight for both FCL (full container load)
and LCL (less container load), air freight, customs clearance, warehousing,
multimodal transportation, and insurance facilities. These services, supported
by DP World’s global infrastructure, will enable customers to streamline their
supply chains, enhance cargo visibility, and improve operational efficiency.
Morten Johansen, COO of DP World Americas, said:
“Panama’s strategic position at the crossroads of global trade makes it an
ideal location for expanding our freight forwarding operations. This office
will enable DP World to offer our customers in Panama and throughout Latin
America more comprehensive logistics solutions that address the complexities of
modern supply chains. We’re excited to leverage our global reach to provide
tailored, efficient services to local industries such as retail, automotive,
manufacturing, healthcare, and industrial sectors.”
Panama’s geographic location, bridging the Atlantic
and Pacific Oceans, has made it a crucial hub for international trade. The
country’s advanced logistics infrastructure, which includes seaports, airports,
and interoceanic railroad systems, provides DP World with unparalleled
connectivity to global markets. The new office will play a pivotal role in
facilitating trade across the Americas and beyond, reinforcing DP World’s
commitment to supporting regional economic growth.
Terry Donohoe, Senior Vice President, Freight
Forwarding, DP World Americas, said: “Our Panama City office not only expands
DP World’s operational footprint but also enhances our ability to deliver solutions
that support local businesses. From traditional air, ocean and customs
brokerage solutions to more specialized service offerings like
temperature-controlled shipping for perishables to project cargo handling, we
are equipped to meet the diverse needs of the Panamanian market.”
“The Panama office supports DP World’s “Our World,
Our Future” sustainability strategy by integrating green initiatives aimed at
reducing carbon emissions and promoting resource efficiency. This aligns with
the company’s long-term commitment to environmental responsibility and
sustainable growth within the global supply chain,” Donohoe added.
Since mid-2023, DP World has launched over 150 new
freight forwarding offices globally, with 20 of these strategically placed
throughout the Americas. This expansion complements the company’s existing
Latin American operations in Brazil, Chile, Colombia, the Dominican Republic,
Ecuador, Panama, Peru, and Suriname. DP World plans to open more than 180
offices worldwide, with additional locations in the United States and Latin
America.