DP World Berbera New Port, Port and industrial district in Berbera, Somalia
DP World Berbera New Port is a container terminal and industrial district in Berbera, Somalia, with a 400-meter-long facility designed for modern cargo handling. The port features three ship gantry cranes and accommodates vessels requiring deep-water access.
The port began operations in 2017 under DP World management, following a major agreement to develop a regional trade center. The facility was designed as strategic infrastructure for the Horn of Africa region.
The port development integrates local workforce training programs, creating employment opportunities for residents of Berbera and surrounding communities.
The terminal operates on weekdays with extended hours throughout the day and uses modern digital systems to manage operations efficiently. Visitors should know that this is an active industrial zone where access is restricted to authorized areas.
The facility was developed as a partnership project with multiple international and local stakeholders holding shares in its operations. This arrangement reflects the port's strategic importance to several countries and the broader region.
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