DP World Welcomes APL Fullerton: The Largest Vessel to Ever Visit South America’s West Coast
04 Octubre 2024 - 10:46AM
DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions,
celebrated the arrival of the APL Fullerton, the largest vessel to
ever visit South America’s West Coast. The ship’s arrival at DP
World’s terminals in Peru and Ecuador last month marks a
significant milestone in the company’s ongoing efforts to expand
regional connectivity and support global trade.
The APL Fullerton, which arrived from Asia, docked at DP World’s
terminal at the Port of Callao, Peru, on September 10, 2024.
Measuring 397.88 meters in length and 51 meters in width, with a
capacity of 17,292 TEU, the Ultra Large Container Vessel (ULCV) is
larger than three professional soccer fields combined.
DP World Callao is the only terminal in Peru capable of
receiving ships up to 400 meters long. The historic event was
attended by Peru's President Dina Boluarte, the Minister of
Transport and Communications, and the Chairman of the Peruvian Port
Authority.
Carlos Merino, CEO of DP World in Ecuador and Peru, said:
“This milestone is the result of hard work, planning, and
collaboration between the public and private sectors to achieve the
modernization of our ports and the development and progress of the
country. From our terminal, we connect Peru directly with 51 ports,
including eight weekly routes that connect us with 12 ports in
Asia. We will continue to work to create opportunities for
thousands of Peruvian importers and exporters, offering the best
service and connecting Peru with the world.”
Following its stop in Peru, the APL Fullerton arrived at DP
World Posorja on September 14, 2024. Posorja boasts a deepwater
channel that allows it to handle ULCVs with capacities up to 22,000
TEUs. Representatives from the Port Authority of Guayaquil attended
the event.
Merino emphasized Posorja's role in strengthening Ecuador's
trade, stating: “We continue to consolidate Posorja as a strategic
shipping point in the region. The arrival of these mega-ships of
large size and capacity contributes to Ecuador's foreign trade and
strengthens the country's competitiveness in important markets such
as Asia.”
DP World’s Callao and Posorja terminals continue to gain
recognition as crucial gateways for global trade in Latin America.
The company recently celebrated two major milestones: the
inauguration of its $400-million Bicentennial Pier expansion
project in Callao, and the announcement of its berth
expansion project at the Port of Posorja in Ecuador.
DP World continues to make significant investments in its port
terminals in Peru and Ecuador to enhance capacity and operational
efficiency, reinforcing its strategic vision for Latin America.
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melina.vissat@dpworld.com
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Melina Vissat
DP World Americas
(704) 605-6159
melina.vissat@dpworld.com