Stop Press. What s Inside? Answer the Quiz on Page 9 to Win a Prize!!! DP World UAE Region s Quarterly Newsletter Q1-2013

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1 Mina مينا DP World UAE Region s Quarterly Newsletter Q Stop Press Answer the Quiz on Page 9 to Win a Prize!!! What s Inside? Roll - on & Roll - Off at Jebel Ali Port Page 1 41st UAE National Day Celebrations Page 3 An Update on T2 and T3 Expansions Page 4 Corporate Responsibility at DP World, UAE Region Page 5 Tidings Page 6 DP World s interactions with customers Page 7 Expo 2020 : Heritage Meets Innovation, Space for Inspiration Page 8 Maiden Calls, Lighter Side and Quiz Time Page 9 Life Beyond the gate Page 10

2 Greetings, Wishing you a very Happy New Year 2013! Welcome to the Quarter issue of Mina DP World UAE Region s Quarterly newsletter. In this issue of Mina, we take a look at how the RoRo facility at the DP World UAE Region s Portfolio is performing and offering efficiencies to benefit of our customers. We also feature the 41 st UAE National Day celebrations. As a Premier Partner for the Dubai 2020 World Expo bid, DP World is pleased to share the latest news and developments, including the unveiling of the master plan for the proposed Expo site. From this issue we will bring to you a quiz competition wherein you could walk away with a gift voucher worth AED 500. Do participate. We welcome contributions and feedback towards the forthcoming issues of Mina. Kindly connect with us on marketing@dpworld.com. Kind Regards, Editorial Team

3 P 1 Roll - on & Roll - off at Jebel Ali Port tanks that they were considered for commercial transportation of vehicles. Dubai is adequately served with facilities to handle RoRo ships and wheeled cargo at DP World managed and operated ports Jebel Ali, Mina Rashid and Mina Al Hamriya. These facilities are core to the polyfunctional facilities at our terminals inclusive of container, general cargo and tank Terminals all complemented by our multi-modal network and logistics capabilities marks a milestone for RoRo operations at Jebel Ali Port. In the first 49 weeks of 2012, half a million vehicles were handled at Jebel Ali Port, 21,000 units more than in the previous peak in Around 50 different makes of vehicle are handled at Jebel Ali Port. The record number of vehicles handled has been greeted by commentators as a reflection of the increasing consumer confidence in the local and regional economy. Our facilities are utilised for imports and exports. DP World works hard to achieve consistent performance levels. We have increased our productivity on units handled per hour and regularly benchmark to global standards. Arrival windows at berths are managed and operations are meticulously planned for and executed. This requires considerable planning between the Marine & General Cargo teams ensuring a seamless supply chain to our customers. With over 400,000 square metres of yard facilities dedicated to handling wheeled cargo, we can store upwards of 30,000 units at any given time. We regularly handle amongst the largest RoRo ships plying the global trade lanes with a capacity of up to 7000 vehicles per ship. Jebel Ali Port offers unparalleled infrastructure within the region and is For millions of people around the world and within the UAE cars are one of their most treasured possessions. RoRo ships are used to carry wheeled cargo cars, trucks, heavy machinery, etc to our city from manufacturing In 49 weeks of 2012, half a million vehicles were handled at Jebel Ali Port, 21,000 units more than in the previous peak in centres across the world. The first RoRo ships were used for trains in canal crossing and were fitted with rails. It is only subsequent to World War II when RoRo ships were used for successful transportation of

4 P 2 Roll - on & Roll - off at Jebel Ali Port dhows that trade across the Gulf, East Africa and Subcontinent. Both ports are actively utilised by the trading community in Dubai for the import, export and reexport of new and used vehicles. Safety is of prime importance for us. We view safety as a key deliverable to our customers and ensure the utmost attention towards reducing risk in both marine and cargo operations. We have been able to over the past year reduce accidents by 8%. This has been achieved by a concerted training programmes offered to the stevedores and drivers. Our logistics capabilities, multi-modal infrastructure and global connectivity enables opportunities for cargo mode conversion at our facilities. Developments underway at Jebel Ali Port, Mina Rashid and Mina Hamriya aims to further strengthen DP World s status as the hub in the region. DP World will remain committed to providing the best of infrastructure with skilled manpower in handling cargo, and undertake developments in line with market demand. If you would like to learn more about our RoRo capabilities and explore ways DP World can assist in your supply chain then please connect with our dedicated RoRo team in the DP World UAE Region commercial offices at customerservice@dpworld.com geared for the next generation vessels able to handle RoRo ships up to a draught of 15m. It is with this commitment to our customers that we were able to simultaneously handle five large car carriers during July 2012 (picture inset). Jebel Ali Port is complemented by RoRo capabilities at Mina Rashid and Mina Al Hamriya. Mina Rashid has 900m quay for available for RoRo operations and can accommodate vessels of up to 11m in draught. Our traditional port cabilities at Mina Al Hamriya can accommodate both RoRo ships and right alongside the traditional wooden

5 P 3 41st UAE National Day Celebrations DP World - UAE Region celebrated the 41 st National Day with cultural and traditional Emirati festivities. A number of guests including DP World management, Dubai Police, customers, Dubai Government bodies and the employees and families joined us in celebrating the day. As per the initiative of His Highness Sheikh Mohammed Bin Rashid Al Maktoum, DP World started the day s celebrations with the ceremonial planting of a Union Tree. HE Sultan Ahmed Bin Sulayem, Chairman of DP World, planted the Union Tree in the courtyard of the DP World s Head Office in Jebel Ali Port in the presence of HE Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Vice Chairman; Mohammed Sharaf, Group Chief Executive Officer; Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, UAE Region, and other senior officials. The Salute to the Nation was led by the flag hoisting ceremony and National Anthem. A Dubai Police parade led by white Arabian horses was the highlight of the morning. HE Sultan During the past four decades Dubai s ports and free zones have played a leading role in diversifying our economic base and making non-oil trade a major contributor to the nation s economy. DP World is contributing to this nation building effort through the development of a new container terminal at our flagship Jebel Ali Port, which will take the port s total capacity to 19 million TEU (twenty foot equivalent container units) by HE Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah Vice Chairman, DP World: Ahmed Bin Sulayem addressed the gathering expressing his congratulations to the leaders of the UAE and said the UAE is well qualified to take its proud place among the most dynamic and forward looking societies. The venue set-up for the day was decorated for the day to portray the nation s traditions and development over the past decades and included a Bedouin hadheerah, legacy feature wall, souq styled shops. The day-long celebrations showcased a range of cultural activities including a special performance by the Dubai Police band. This was followed by a number of performances and interactions with the visitors inclusive of Harbiyya, Laywa, Yola and Na ashat. The visitors participated in Raffle draws and attractive gifts were handed out by DP World. An employee engagement activity, UAE is My Home was initiated prior to the National Day Celebrations where employees, friends and families shared their thoughts on what made UAE special to them on UAE flag coloured cards. The cards were pinned on a canvas to form the UAE National Flag. In line with our commitment to the community, we paid homage to children with special needs. Dedicated stands for the Al Noor Training Center, Special Needs Future Development Center and Dubai Center for Special Needs sold goods made by the children. The Expo 2020 Bid team also attended spreading awareness about the bid and its importance to the country and the region as a whole. Jebel Ali Port is well positioned as the region s gateway and leading port. We owe this to the wider national ambition to be the best in whatever we do and the dynamic spirit that drives this nation. On this special anniversary, we are honoured to see Emiratis joined by thousands of our employees of different nationalities in celebrating National Day. This is the UAE at its best. - Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World, UAE Region

6 P 4 An Update T2 and T3 Expansions Container Terminal 2 On 26 th December 2013, the last of the 2, ton blocks that make up the foundation of the extended quay wall of the 1 million TEU (twenty foot equivalent container units) expansion of Jebel Ali Container Terminal 2 was placed. With this, the work on the quay wall is nearly finished. The T2 expansion extends the quay wall 400 metres to 3,000 metres, allowing the simultaneous handling of six 15,000 TEU mega ships. The expansion is scheduled to open for business in the second quarter of Container Terminal 3 The marine contract was awarded and work commenced in August Subsequently contracts were signed the for the terminal building, main DEWA substation, equipment and other project elements. All mobilisation works have been completed and demolition works are in the final stage. Quay wall construction commenced in late 2012 with over 100 metres completed. Foundation for the main building is in the advanced stage. Project schedule remains on track for a soft opening in early Rock placing at top if southern revetment Site overview with quay wall and land fill progress If you would like to learn more about our Container Terminal capabilities and explore DP World to assist in your supply chain then please connect with our dedicated Container Terminal team in the DP World UAE Region commercial offices at customerservice@dpworld.com

7 P 5 Corporate Responsibility at DP World, UAE Region Autism As part of our community engagement, DP World has supported and encouraged the Dubai Autism Center in rolling out the first ever encyclopedia for the autistic. The encyclopedia carries the latest information on available intervention programmes, assessment and diagnosis methods as well as information to the right programme for their child. This encyclopedia is one of the few resources with comprehensive information about autism. The encyclopedia has five chapters addressing all aspects of autism, from its definitions, characteristics, and possible causes, to the various available intervention programme. The encyclopedia was compiled and translated into Arabic by a committee of specialists from the various disciplines at the Dubai Autism Center. The book was recently launched in November at the Sharjah Book Fair and is an important reference source for all those who work in the field of autism and to parents; tackle the daily challenges of taking care of a child with autism. Other community activity included, building of the conference centre at the Omar Bin Al Khatta School and installation of air conditioners at the Dubai Center for Special Needs. Our support to the Dubai Center for Special needs is on-going and installation of the A/C units is one of the activities for this quarter. This benefits the children with a comfortable environment for their treatments. Heart Disease While one in four UAE residents is at risk of heart disease, experts say that self -education can help prevent cardiovascular problems. Obesity, smoking, inactivity, stress and consumption of junk food are all contributing factors. Heart disease is responsible for nearly 30 per cent of all fatalities in the UAE and is the country s number one cause of death. Worldwide, it claims more than 17 million lives each year. Risk factors include obesity, high blood pressure, high cholesterol levels and lack of exercise. DP World continued the initiative of encouraging employees to become more aware of the causes and effects of the heart-related problems. The initiative includes circulation of information on healthy lifestyle like healthy eating, exercising for fitness etc. Fresh fruits were distributed across departments and health check-ups were organised along with fitness and workout sessions to encourage staff for a healthier tomorrow. Blood Donation In line with the company s Corporate Responsibility objectives, the campaign was organised to raise public awareness about disorder and to contribute muchneeded blood to the Dubai Blood Donation Centre run by Latifa Hospital and Dubai Health Authority. Over 100 donors gave blood at a camp set up on occasion of the 41st UAE National Day at Jebel Ali Port. In cooperation with the Emirates Thalassemia Society and the Dubai Health Authority, DP World, UAE Region is leading the initiative to prevent Thalassemia and curb the prevalence of Thalassemia in the UAE and support those currently living with Thalassemia.

8 P 6 Tidings 5th World s Leading Cruise Port Award for Mina Rashid Mina Rashid, operated by global marine terminal operator DP World, has emerged as the World s Top Cruise Port for the 5th Consecutive year at the prestigious World Travel Awards Mohammed Al Mannaei, Director of Mina Rashid, DP World, UAE Region, received the award at WTA s Grand Final Gala Ceremony event hosted in New Delhi, India. Mohammed Al Muallem Wins Prestigious Seatrade Outstanding Achievement Award DP World Senior Vice President and Managing Director of UAE Region, Mohammed Al Muallem, has won the Seatrade Outstanding Achievement Award at the Seatrade Middle East and Indian Subcontinent 2012 Awards ceremony. The prize was presented by Sheikh Khalil bin Ahmed Mohamed Al Salmi, Deputy CEO, Oman Drydock Company, at the event hosted at the Atlantis Hotel in Dubai. Mr Al Muallem has three decades of port terminal operations and management experience as part of the team that has led the growth and development of the region's most important port through a period of major expansions today Jebel Ali Port, the flagship of DP World is counted amongst the top 10 ports in the world. DP World Sponsors Innovation Accelerator Programme for Regional Entrepreneurs As part of its commitment to drive innovation throughout its business, DP World, has signed an agreement with Innovation 360 to sponsor its development programme for young entrepreneurs in Dubai. The programme, i360accelerator, launched in Dubai in November, is a new innovation accelerator and seed funding programme that pledges to take entrepreneurs from concept to "investor-grade prototype" in 90 days. As a corporate sponsor, DP World will help select participants and will have the opportunity to invest in the resulting start up ideas. DP World s sponsorship also includes committing the time and knowledge of several of its senior staff members to mentor and further educate the participating teams during the accelerator programme. Quarterly Result Update: On 30th October 2012, DP World announced its volumes for the third quarter of DP World Limited handled 14.2 million TEU across its portfolio of container terminals in the third quarter of Gross container volumes have continued to grow 4.5% in the first nine months of the year driven by strong growth across the Americas, Asia Pacific, Middle East and UAE region. The UAE region continued to increase the number of containers handled with 3.4 million TEU handled in the third quarter. This takes its volumes in the first nine months of the year to 4.6% ahead of the same period last year, at just under 10 million TEU Jebel Ali Port stars in CNN feature programme highlighting infrastructure DP World s flagship Jebel Ali port was the star of CNN International s well-regarded The Gateway programme in December, with the first episode of a four part series aired starting 06 December. The programme goes behind the scenes to show how Jebel Ali port operates as a seamless gateway for trade to the wider East Africa, Indian Subcontinent, and Middle East region. The episodes were aired weekly through December within the economic news Connect the World, which was presented by Becky Anderson. The series included a review of the history of Jebel Ali Port from its beginning in the late seventies when the harbour itself was constructed the largest manmade harbour in the world to today, as one of the largest ten ports in the world, handling 13 million TEU (twentyfoot equivalent container units) in It also covers the current expansions at the port, which will increase capacity to 19 million TEU by 2014 and allow the facility to handle ten of the new generation of ultra-large container vessels at the same time. Visit for more news updates

9 P 7 DP World s Interactions with Customers 41st UAE National Day Celebrations at DP World Seatrade Middle East Maritime 2012 Terminal Operators Conference 2012 India Shipping Summit 2012, Mumbai, India Our participations during this quarter also included; Global Liner Shipping Asia Conference, Singapore Food Logistics Conference and Exhibition, Dubai Etihad Rail Outreach Conference, Dubai

10 P 8 Heritage meets innovation: A space for inspiration Inspired by traditional Arab souks, the site integrates the UAE s unique architectural heritage and environment of vibrancy and trade with the requirements of the Expo to foster the fundamental principles of innovation, partnership and collaboration between participants and visitors His Excellency Mohamed Meer Abdalla Al Raeesi, the UAE s Ambassador to France, has submitted the country s official Bid Dossier in support of its bid to host World Expo 2020 to the Paris -based Bureau International des Expositions (BIE), the intergovernmental body in charge of overseeing the bidding, selection and organisation of World Expos. The 640-page document, which will be sent to representatives of all 163 member countries of the BIE, outlines the UAE s vision for the 2020 World Expo. It discusses the Dubai Expo 2020 theme as well as plans for the Dubai Expo 2020 site, event visitors, promotion, financial costs, environmental impact and ideas about the legacy to the host city and beyond. The presentation followed the recent unveiling of the Expo 2020 master plan for Dubai Trade Centre-Jebel Ali at the 152nd General Assembly. The proposed site was selected due to its strategic location, equidistant between Dubai and Abu Dhabi, and adjacent to the Dubai World Central airport and Jebel Ali Port, providing ease of access for the expected millions of international and local visitors. The site master plan, which was designed by HOK, Populus and Arup, reflects the country s Expo bid theme: Connecting Minds, Creating the Future. At the core of the site is an open plaza called Al Wasl ( the connection ) a historic name for Dubai. Branching out from the plaza are three main zones that symbolise the bid s sub themes of sustainability, mobility and opportunity. Inspired by traditional Arab souks, the site integrates the UAE s unique architectural heritage and environment of vibrancy and trade with the requirements of the Expo to foster the fundamental principles of innovation, partnership and collaboration between participants and visitors. Thinkwell, an experiential design and development firm, has also been appointed to develop the entertainment master plan and will bring the plans for Dubai Expo 2020 to life with a programme of shows, performances and events that will appeal to all generations, enhance the visitor experience and drive global tourist traffic to the Expo. Highlighting the site s visitor capacity and plans for its long-term use after 2020, Her Excellency Reem Al Hashimy, UAE Minister of State and Managing Director of the Higher Committee for Hosting the 2020 World Expo in Dubai, said: This 438- hectare site will be one of the largest ever used for a World Expo and will ensure an unforgettable experience for the event s 25 million visitors, who will collectively make upwards of 33 million visits. Throughout the development process, we have also sought to ensure that the site will serve as a permanent attraction beyond 2020 and will enhance further the UAE s long-term appeal as a premier destination for highprofile global events. The design is aligned to the legacy proposition and future use of the site, with the main walkways shaded by a photovoltaic fabric structure which will capture solar energy to generate clean power, plus contribute nearly 50 per cent of the power requirements that are needed for Expo. Mr. Helal Saeed Al Marri, CEO of Dubai World Trade Centre, added: Legacy planning will be deployed at the earliest stages of Expo preparations, leveraging every opportunity for Dubai Expo 2020 to re-energise research, innovation and collaboration across the site, and truly resonating the core principles of our bid theme and sub themes. Every element of the master plan has been designed with due consideration to its after-life and with a defined strategy for re-use, striking a balance between long-term requirements for the city as well as the six months of Expo operations. The Dubai Trade Centre-Jebel Ali site has been master-planned to create a legacy in environmental sustainability for the BIE and the global community, while delivering a cost-efficient and viable infrastructure for Dubai and the region. Courtesy: Expo 2020 Team

11 P 9 Maiden Calls The Lighter Side Name: C.S Mein Schiff 2 Vessel Type:: Cruise Company: TUI Cruises Date of Call: 03/11/2012 The Culture Corner The Art of Falconry Falconry is an integral part of desert life which has been practiced in the UAE for centuries. Originally, falcons were used for hunting, to supplement the Bedouin diet with some meat, such as hare or houbara. The sport of falconry is an important part of the UAE's cultural heritage. In the time before the UAE was formed, and before the discovery of oil allowed the development of roads and communication systems, hunting expeditions were also frequently used as a way for the tribal sheikhs to 'tour' their territory and keep in touch with the latest developments in areas which were otherwise incommunicado. The sheikh would hunt during the day, and then a desert majlis would be held around the campfire in the evenings, when the Bedouin would come to pay their respects and raise with him any matters of concern. Nowadays, falconry is practiced purely for sport. The main prey for falcons in the UAE are MacQueen's bustard, houbara, or hare. There is now a very successful captive breeding programme in the UAE for houbara, ensuring that this popular sport does not eliminate this species. The two main species of falcon kept in the UAE are the saker and the peregrine. The trapping and training of falcons requires skill, patience and a considerable amount of bravery. The potential danger, of course, is part of the attraction, as is the opportunity to have a close-up view of the power, grace and beauty of a falcon in flight.

12 P 10 Life... Beyond the gate! This section introduces you to our staff from various functions of DP World, UAE Region who contribute to the smooth functioning of our operations and who deliver services and meet your business expectations. This initiative is to help you know them better and more personally. Who is your Inspiration? Mariam Al Ali Manager, Learning & Development Talent Management - HR Department DP World UAE Region H.H. Sheikh Mohammed bin Zayed Al Nahyan. What are your hobbies? Sports and Shopping. Something we can find on your office desk, your car or on in your bag at any given point of time! Tobasco. Favorite hangout spot in the city? Dubai Mall in summers and outdoor places in winters. Favorite food? Italian. Ideal holiday destination? United States of America. Best Holiday till date? Zalamsi in Austria. Sport? Cars? Gadgets? What are you made of? Handbags, accessories and Shoes. Can never get enough of them! Words of wisdom from you! Live your dreams. No matter what. Who is your Inspiration? HH Sheikh Zayed bin sultan. What are your hobbies? Captain Nasser Sabt Director of Marine and Harbour Master Marine Department Reading, travelling and football. DP World UAE Region Something we can find on your office desk, your car or on in your bag at any given point of time! Books. Favorite hangout spot in the city? Heritage Village in Dubai. Favorite food? Seafood. Ideal holiday destination? Cairo. Best Holiday till date? Thailand. Words of wisdom from you! Don t feed me fish, but teach me how to catch the fish. For comments or suggestions: Contact marketing@dpworld.com Visit for information on DP World UAE Region