DP World and SailGP have unveiled a new global logistics partnership in which DP World will manage the transportation and delivery of the global racing championship’s annual events.
Leveraging its extensive network of 115,000 employees across 78 countries, DP World will provide end-to-end logistics solutions for SailGP, spanning five continents. The company will oversee sea freight, courier services, and route optimization, supported by its comprehensive storage, handling, trucking, rail, and barge transportation capabilities.
DP World’s regional teams will provide on-the-ground support during each race weekend, while a dedicated Control Tower Team based in the UAE will ensure 24/7 global monitoring and assistance. In line with SailGP’s sustainability goals, DP World will prioritize carbon-neutral logistics, focusing on low-carbon transport and offering race-by-race carbon tracking.
The partnership also includes the specialized logistics required to transport SailGP’s cutting-edge F50 catamarans. These boats must be carefully disassembled into custom containers for sea freight and then reassembled at race locations using temporary pit lanes. Additional race essentials, such as team boats, broadcast equipment, and racecourse infrastructure, will also be transported throughout the season.
“We’re delighted to partner with Sail GP to help them deliver smarter, more efficient and more sustainable logistics solutions for their global calendar of races over the next three years. It’s another great opportunity to bring our global network and world-class logistics capabilities to the sporting arena and we’re excited to get started at the race this weekend,” commented Daniel van Otterdijk, DP World Chief Communications Officer.
This collaboration builds on DP World’s experience in supporting major global sporting events. In 2023, the company facilitated the transport of over 20 containers carrying 10,000 essential items to Rome for the Ryder Cup and played a critical role in delivering the ICC Men’s T20 World Cup 2024 in the United States.
“We’re thrilled to welcome DP World onboard as SailGP’s Global Smart Logistics Partner. SailGP is one of the most complex logistical operations in sport. Transporting thousands of pieces of race equipment around the world means we need to work with industry-leading forward-thinking partners such as DP World. Together, we’re finding new and innovative ways to bring our global calendar and the most exciting racing on the water to more fans than ever before – shaping a truly unique and authentic global partnership,” added Andrew Thompson, Managing Director at SailGP.
