100 DP World, UAE Region Staff Donate Blood As Part Of Drive Against Thalassemia

Dubai, United Arab Emirates, October 03, 2011: -(ME NewsWire)

In line with its corporate social responsibility objectives of raising public awareness of the genetic blood disorder Thalassemia, DP World, UAE Region) participated in a blood donation campaign to support the Dubai Blood Donation Centre run by the Dubai Health Authority.

More than 100 employees from various departments volunteered to donate blood at a special camp set up in Jebel Ali Port. Most of the collected blood is used for patients who undergo transfusions at Dubai Thalassemia Centre at Al Wasl Hospital.

DP World is a committed supporter of the blood donation drive, which the centre conducts regularly through its various campaigns and initiatives. DP World has also supported education lectures and donated medical equipment and a recreational centre to the Dubai Thalassemia Centre.

Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director, DP World, UAE Region, said:
“Our support for the Dubai Health Authority’s blood donation campaign is integral to our broader goal of spreading awareness about the need to actively combat Thalassemia. We aim to support those living with it through such initiatives. The Dubai Thalassemia Centre has been doing a pioneering job in caring for its patients and deserves our committed support now and in the future.”

Thalassemia is a genetic blood disorder that is more prevalent in the UAE than in many other parts of the world. It affects some 8.5 per cent of UAE Nationals, meaning one in 12 is a carrier.

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About DP World

DP World operates more than 60 terminals across six continents(1), with container handling generating around 80% of its revenue. In addition, the company currently has 10 new developments and major expansions underway in 10 countries.

DP World aims to enhance customers’ supply chain efficiency by effectively managing container, bulk and other terminal cargo. Its dedicated, experienced and professional team of nearly 30,000 people serves customers in some of the most dynamic economies in the world.

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 17 consecutive years.

In 2010, DP World handled nearly 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 95 million TEU by 2020, in line with market demand.

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(1) As of September 2011. Includes non-container terminals


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