Investing in human assets is part of port operator's institutional culture says Jamal Bin Thaniah
Dubai, United Arab Emirates - Sunday, April 3rd 2011 [ME NewsWire]
For the second consecutive year, premier regional port operator DP World,UAE Region has honoured a number of employees for their exceptional contributions to business excellence during 2010 under its unique “Taqdeer” initiative.
During a ceremony attended by the company’s senior executives and staff, Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Joint Vice Chairman, DP World, and Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director DP World, UAE Region, distributed certificates and awards to 75 employees from the port operator's different departments.
The awards fall under two categories. The first covers self-nominations for People Development Award, Excellence in Service Award, Outstanding Project Award and Self Development Award. Employees can nominate themselves for honours based on specific criteria. The second category comprises nominations made by the HR Department for Outstanding Performance Award, Outstanding Trainee Award and Outstanding Trainer Award. All the winners are chosen by specially appointed panels of judges.
Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Joint Vice Chairman, DP World,said:
“Recognising and honouring outstanding performance by our employees is an essential part of DP World's institutional culture. Our human assets are our most valued investment and this is reflected in the innovative contributions made by the winners of the 'Taqdeer' awards. We congratulate ourwinners.”
Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World UAE Region, said:
“We are proud to present the ‘Taqdeer’ awards to those who have gone the extra mile in their work. We believe that by recognising the exceptional performance of our employees, we encourage them to aim even higher. DP World UAE Region attaches great importance to empowering and rewarding its employees.”
Mohammed Ali Ahmed, Director of Strategic Planning, Human Resources and Business Support, DP World UAE Region, said:
“By honouring excellence among our staff, DP World UAE Region aims to motivate employees to work harder, enhance communication between the administration and the employees, promote creative thinking, spread the culture of achievement and strengthen the bond between the company and its people.”
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Photo Caption:Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Joint Vice Chairman, DP World, and Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director DP World, UAE Region, and Mohammed Ali Ahmed, Director of Strategic Planning, Human Resources and Business Support, DP World UAE Region at the award presentation ceremony.
About DP World
DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world, with 49 terminalsand 9 new developments and major expansions across 31 countries(1). Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.
DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo.
The company constantly invests in terminal infrastructure, facilities and people, working closely with customers and business partners to provide quality services today and tomorrow, when and where customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the established relationships and superior level of service demonstrated at its flagship Jebel Ali facility in Dubai, which has been voted “Best Seaport in the Middle East” for 16 consecutive years.
In 2010, DP World handled around 50 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across its portfolio from the Americas to Asia. With a pipeline of expansion and development projects in key growth markets, including India, China and the Middle East, capacity is expected to rise to around 92 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.
www.dpworld.com
(1) As of 11 February 2011
Contacts
Natasha Bukhari
Global Corporate Communications Manager
DP World
Tel: +97156 6821699
Natasha.Bukhari@dpworld.com
Sanaa Maadad
Director, Media
Hasaad Communications
Tel: +97150 5522610
sana@hasaad.ae
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