Sponsored A positive charge for the ASEAN supply chain Southeast Asia is emerging as a dynamic automotive region, with a strong EV manufacturing base. DP World is ready to support EV makers there with comprehensive logistics services, including for batteries, explains DP World Asia Pacific’s Glen Hilton. Automotive Logistics
Sponsored Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025: Download now Download the inaugural Automotive Inbound Logistics Survey 2025 for the definitive playbook to navigate disruption, cut through uncertainty and stay ahead of global competition. Automotive Logistics
Sponsored DP World brings predictive modelling to auto supply chains Ahead of ALSC Global 2025, DP World's global vice-president and automotive vertical leader David D’Annunzio highlights predictive modelling, inbound survey results and global expertise to strengthen automotive supply chain resilience. Automotive Logistics
Sponsored Navigating the EV transition: Building better and more flexible supply chains The uneven adoption of electric vehicles worldwide is adding complexity to automotive supply chains, meaning carmakers are seeking comprehensive logistics support, says DP World’s David D’Annunzio. Automotive Logistics
DP World expands Jebel Ali port vehicle capacity with new yard and quay DP World is adding a 2.6m sq ft storage yard and 800m ro-ro quay at Jebel Ali’s Terminal 4, boosting capacity by 21% as vehicle flows through the port surge 28% in 2025. Charlie Blackie-Kelly Emily Uwemedimo
Smarter logistics, lower emissions: How digital tools are reshaping automotive supply chains PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP World.The global inbound supply of automotive parts needs to be quicker, cleaner and ready to deal with dwell and disruption, something DP World is supporting with the latest digital technology, according to Kai Olschner, global vice-president of Supply Chain Engineering. Automotive Logistics
The “great divergence” reshapes vehicle production and logistics in Europe amid market forces, Chinese OEMs and tariff shifts The European automotive market is at an inflection point. Lower vehicle volumes post-pandemic, a shift from net exports to net imports and the growing influence of Chinese manufacturers are fundamentally changing the region’s logistics dynamics. Meanwhile, tariffs and localisation efforts are altering trade flows. As automakers and logistics providers adapt, the success of their strategies will determine who thrives in this new era of European automotive supply chains. Emily Uwemedimo
Chinese carmaker Chery builds on containerised vehicle shipments to Turkey with DP World service Chery is building the volumes of cars it ships in containers from China to Turkey supported by DP World operations at the Yarímca container terminal. Marcus Williams
DP World begins finished vehicle and rolling equipment operations at port of Zeebrugge DP World is building up its European finished vehicle services with the opening of facility at the port of Zeebrugge. Marcus Williams
A highly competitive logistics landscape is squeezing margins and stifling investment The automotive logistics sector is characterised by a high degree of industry fragmentation. Put simply, that means there are an unusually large number of companies competing for a small share of the overall pie. This industry characteristic underpins many of the challenges the sector faces now and into the future. Daniel Harrison
DP World’s new automotive head on shaping EVs, aftermarket and resilient supply chains This content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP WorldDavid D’Annunzio, global vice president and vertical head for Automotive at DP World shares his vision for automotive supply chains. Automotive Logistics
Stellantis, GKN Automotive partner with logistics providers to mitigate disruption At Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global, logistics leaders from Stellantis and GKN Automotive shared they are partnering with providers and suppliers to de-risk the supply chain. Megan Kelly
The latest insights from Automotive Logistics & Supply Chain Global 2024 Hello everyone and welcome to the Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Global 2024 recap blog, from our event which took place on 24-26th September at the Henry Hotel in Dearborn, Michigan. Stay tuned to get the latest updates and insights on our conference speakers and the sessions here! Megan Kelly Emily Uwemedimo Marcus Williams
DP World’s strategic vision for finished vehicle logistics PARTNER CONTENTThis content was produced by Automotive Logistics in partnership with DP WorldPutting cars in containers has proven to be a valuable alternative to capacity-strapped ro-ro and multilevel rail transport and it is just one way that DP World is enhancing service capabilities for its automotive customers, writes Christoph Seitz, global vice-president of finished vehicles. Automotive Logistics
David D’Annunzio joins DP World to lead automotive logistics DP World has appointed David D’Annunzio global vice-president and vertical lead for automotive logistics. He replaces Bill Garrett who established the global automotive vertical at DP World and has built a solid foundation for future growth, according to the company. Marcus Williams
How to democratise data and enable transparency in FVL Sharing data and knowledge in finished vehicle logistics, and across the wider automotive logistics sector, will be beneficial for OEMs and tier suppliers alike – but despite this, there is still a reluctance to break the industry norms and trust other parties with data and information. At this year’s Finished Vehicle Logistics North America conference, leaders from Ford, Subaru, VW and more spoke about why it’s necessary to break the status quo and democratise data to see effective results. Megan Kelly
FVL NA in pictures: Day 2 Speakers from Ford, BMW, NIssan and Volkswagen took the stage to share important insights from the finished vehical sector in North America. Anushka Dixit
DP World provides cross-border containerised vehicle delivery service From the beginning of June this year DP World will be providing an intermodal rail service for containerised car shipments between Mexico, the US and Canada. The port terminal and inland logistics provider is using 16-metre (53ft) containers with R-Rak cassette systems in answer to the ro-ro and multilevel rail-capacity shortage for vehicle shipments in North America. Marcus Williams
Transforming automotive supply chains by navigating complexities Beat Simon, group chief commercial officer for logistics at DP World, looks at some of the big changes currently affecting the global automotive supply chain and the strategies logistics providers need to put in place to support customers through the transformation. Automotive Logistics
An end-to-end logistics mission at DP World Bill Garrett, head of the automotive vertical at DP World, talks to Automotive Logistics about the company’s transition to become a global provider of end-to-end logistics services for the automotive industry at a time of disruption and opportunity Marcus Williams
Latest research reveals impact of disruption on global trade and supply chains The latest Trade in Transition research paper released by Economist Impact, and supported by DP World, looks at globalisation and the current disruptions that are reconfiguring global trading and the supply chain. Marcus Williams
DP World advances vehicle container services with CFR Rinkens buyout DP World has acquired freight forwarder CFR Rinkens to bolster the development of its services for containerised vehicle shipments. Marcus Williams
Chery puts car exports in containers to Turkey with help from DP World In the face of congestion at Turkey’s main finished vehicle handling ports, Chery Automobile has opted to put cars in containers for import through DP World’s Yarímca port terminal. Other Chinese carmakers are expected to follow suit and benefit from services DP World is providing. Marcus Williams
Automotive logistics can empower Asian manufacturers globally Ports and terminals giant DP World is building a network of technologically advanced vehicle handling terminals that Asian carmakers stand to benefit from as they export globally, writes Glen Hilton, CEO and managing director of Asia Pacific Glen Hilton
Supply chain needs its own movement in the C-suite Recruiting and retaining staff in automotive logistics is one of the most pressing issues the industry is currently facing, with shortages reported across all functions, from warehouse labour to truck driving. Marcus Williams
Never waste a good crisis – opportunities to improve supply chain resiliency Greater supply chain control and visibility, along with prioritising resiliency and communication are among the key lessons for GM’s head of supply chain, and top executives from DB Schenker and Syncreon.
DP World buys logistics specialist Syncreon Container terminal giant DP World has bought third-party logistics provider Syncreon in a deal valued at $1.2 billion. The transaction is expected to be complete by the second half of this year. Marcus Williams
Cross the plains and rugged mountains Canadian Pacific has a network stretching across Canada and into the US, and its significant and continued investment in services for vehicle making customers is expected to bring a fast recovery from last year’s disruption, writes Marcus Williams Marcus Williams
GM Middle East to import more vehicles from China GM will be importing more vehicles from China to supply the Middle East following a re-evaluation of its sourcing strategy triggered by Covid-19, according to Sulaiman Pallak, head of purchasing and supply chain for GM Africa and Middle East. Marcus Williams
Watch: Rethinking supply chain resilience The crisis has underlined how vulnerable the supply chain is to shocks and is leading some manufacturers to reconsider inventory and planning strategies to mitigate disruption and instability. In this session at Automotive Logistics and Supply Chain Live, experts debate whether this means a rethink in lean and just-in-time.
The logistics driving Renault Formula 1 The world’s F1 series evokes an image of speed, precision and prestigious podium finishes. However, behind the scenes is a labyrinthine logistics effort. Victoria Johns finds out more from the team keeping Renault on track Victoria Johns
Mena aftermarket: Playing a bigger part Overall economic growth may be lacklustre, but automotive aftermarket sales are on the increase in the Middle East and North Africa Richard Brown
In the zone at Jebel Ali port The automotive industry in the Middle East is based upon an import model, and since vehicle ownership is on an upward trend, this means that ports such as Jebel Ali and their associated special econonic zones need to be prepared to handle greater volumes Victoria Johns
Blowing the footprint at Castle Bromwich Jaguar Land Rover’s Castle Bromwich plant in the UK Midlands was this year’s venue for the Automotive Logistics UK summit. Originally the site made fighter planes and bombers, a fitting location for an industry doing battle with economic and trade uncertainty, and a carmaker used to facing adversity with innovation Marcus Williams
Middle East and North Africa: Leading the way in innovation While it has some infrastructure and regulatory obstacles to overcome, the automotive industry in the Middle East and Africa (Mena) region is developing fast, driven by investment and innovation, as delegates heard at the AL MENA conference in Dubai last week Victoria Johns
Data and the digitisation of the supply chain The automotive industry is being transformed by new vehicle technology, but operational processes are also undergoing profound changes driven by unprecedented levels of data Marcus Williams
Centre of the world: How the Middle East is growing in importance for automotive With vehicle sales on the rise and multiple free trade zones under development, the Middle East is attracting greater attention from the automotive industry than ever before Manik Mehta
