Freight company Einride and global supply chain solutions provider DP World announced a joint commitment to scale up operations to reduce 14,600 tonnes of CO2 equivalent per year in support of the region’s overall climate goals.
From Jebel Ali Port, the busiest port in the world, the partnership will deploy the full range of Einride technology products, Einride Saga powering a fleet of heavy-duty electric vehicles, autonomous driving and charging infrastructure.

Einride, a freight company providing digital, electric and autonomous driving technologies, today announced a partnership with Dubai-based DP World, a world-renowned leader in supply chain solutions. The partnership will enable the electrification of interterminal container flows at Jebel Ali Port, improving efficiency and sustainability across the 10 ports. th busiest port in the world. It will be the largest deployment of electric automated freight traffic in the Middle East, operating 24/7 and reshaping the region’s transportation landscape.

Starting in late 2024, the partnership will rapidly scale up to support approximately 1,600 container movements per day. The expansion will be achieved through a fleet of 100 connected electric trucks and through the Einride Legend, Einride’s digital operating system designed to analyze, optimize and maximize the efficiency of electric and autonomous on-road freight operations. Pilot self-driving vehicles are scheduled to be deployed in 2025.

Once fully operational, the scheme will save up to 14,600 tonnes of carbon dioxide equivalent (CO2e) and 158 tonnes of nitrogen oxides (NOx) per year.

“Einride and DP World are driving a paradigm shift in the Middle East freight landscape. Our partnership underscores a shared dedication to sustainability and innovation, combining Einride’s expertise in electrification and autonomous technologies with DP World’s global logistics leadership, “said Robert Falck, CEO and founder of Einride. “By reshaping container traffic at Jebel Ali Port, we aim to set new standards for sustainable transport practices that will significantly curb CO2 emissions.” This collaboration demonstrates the effectiveness of combining vision with decisive action, paving the way for a more resilient future. “

“DP World is committed to making trade smarter, faster and more sustainable, and our new partnership with Einride is a perfect fit with our vision,” said Abdulla Bin Damithan, CEO of the company. CEO and Managing Director of DP World Gulf Cooperation Council. “We have already made significant progress in the electrification and automation of the Jebel Ali Port terminal, and by leveraging Einride’s cutting-edge technology, we can take it to the next level. Our partnership will improve operational efficiency, further decarbonise terminal operations and pioneer green practices in the logistics industry.” “

The partnership is part of a broader initiative between Einride and the UAE government to rapidly advance sustainable shipping in the region. Einride’s ecosystem, which includes electric and autonomous vehicles, charging infrastructure and transformative technologies, will be deployed at scale across the Falcon Rise grid, marking a big step towards a more sustainable and efficient future for the shipping industry.

th Alphaliner, a leading source of data, analysis and insights for the global liner shipping industry, ranked Jebel Ali Port as the world’s busiest container port based on total container throughput in 2023.