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DP World Announces Start of Air Cargo Hub Operations in Punta Cana

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

DP World, a global leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, announces its first export operations at its new air cargo logistics hub in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.

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  • DP World, a global leader in end-to-end supply chain solutions, announces its first export operations at its new air cargo logistics hub in Punta Cana, Dominican Republic.
  • The Punta Cana Air Cargo Hub was created through a joint effort between DP World and the Punta Cana Free Trade Zone (PCFTZ), a subsidiary of prominent Dominican business group Grupo Puntacana.
  • DP World is currently transitioning operations to the new facilities; by the end of this year, all air cargo operations in and out of will be centralized through this hub.
  • DP World began operations in the Dominican Republic in 2003 at its port facility at the Punta Caucedo peninsula.

Trackman Tees Up Season 2 of the NEXT Golf Tour

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Monday, November 13, 2023

Following a successful inaugural season last winter, Trackman has announced the return of the world’s leading professional indoor golf tour: The NEXT Golf Tour Powered by Trackman.

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  • Following a successful inaugural season last winter, Trackman has announced the return of the world’s leading professional indoor golf tour: The NEXT Golf Tour Powered by Trackman.
  • View the full release here: https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20231113042338/en/
    NEXT Golf Tour is a new professional golf tour for men and women played on Trackman simulators.
  • This year, Trackman and the European Tour group reached an agreement to invite the top male performer of Season 2 to play in three Challenge Tour events and one DP World Tour event in 2024.
  • Season 2 of the NEXT Golf Tour consists of seven mixed-field, individual stroke play events on select Trackman virtual golf courses.

DP ACCESS REDEFINES TELECOM SERVICES QUOTING/ORDERING WITH GROUNDBREAKING INTERFACE

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Thursday, November 30, 2023

PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DP Access announced a telecom quote and order wizard interface as part of their website user experience redesign.

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  • PALM BEACH GARDENS, Fla., Nov. 30, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- DP Access announced a telecom quote and order wizard interface as part of their website user experience redesign.
  • This quote wizard is paired with the SmartViews™ invoice platform interface, providing businesses unprecedented control over quoting, ordering, managing and auditing business telecom services.
  • "The mission of DP Access is to empower businesses to control ordering telecom services," said Tom Buckle, CEO of DP Access.
  • DP Access is at the forefront of transforming the landscape of business telecom solutions with a revolutionary approach to quoting, ordering and auditing services.

DP WORLD: RAISING TEMPERATURE OF FROZEN FOODS BY JUST THREE DEGREES FROM -18°C TO -15°C CAN SLASH CARBON EMISSIONS, STUDY SHOWS

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frozen food temperatures could be changed by just three degrees to save the carbon dioxide emissions of 3.8 million cars per year, research suggests.

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frozen food temperatures could be changed by just three degrees to save the carbon dioxide emissions of 3.8 million cars per year, research suggests.
  • Most frozen food is transported and stored at -18°C, a standard that was set 93 years ago and has not changed since.
  • A move to -15°C could make a significant environmental impact with no compromise on food safety or quality, the study found.
  • Maha AlQattan, Group Chief Sustainability Officer at DP World, said: "Frozen food standards have not been updated in almost a century.

DP WORLD: RAISING TEMPERATURE OF FROZEN FOODS BY JUST THREE DEGREES FROM -18°C TO -15°C CAN SLASH CARBON EMISSIONS, STUDY SHOWS

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Wednesday, November 29, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frozen food temperatures could be changed by just three degrees to save the carbon dioxide emissions of 3.8 million cars per year, research suggests.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 29, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- Frozen food temperatures could be changed by just three degrees to save the carbon dioxide emissions of 3.8 million cars per year, research suggests.
  • Most frozen food is transported and stored at -18°C, a standard that was set 93 years ago and has not changed since.
  • A move to -15°C could make a significant environmental impact with no compromise on food safety or quality, the study found.
  • Maha AlQattan, Group Chief Sustainability Officer at DP World, said: "Frozen food standards have not been updated in almost a century.

LRQA Leadership Series in Dubai sets the stage for COP28 with a focus on sustainability, ESG and cyber assurance

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LRQA's recent Leadership Series in Dubai was a key precursor to COP28, addressing vital issues in sustainability, ESG trends, and cyber assurance in the Middle East.

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  • DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LRQA's recent Leadership Series in Dubai was a key precursor to COP28, addressing vital issues in sustainability, ESG trends, and cyber assurance in the Middle East.
  • Another session performed a deep dive into DP World's Greenhouse Gas accounting and reporting strategy as another LRQA client.
  • Wrapping up the event, the president of cybersecurity accreditation body, CREST, Rowland Johnson, led discussions on cyber assurance in the Middle East.
  • LRQA's Leadership Series not only facilitated impactful conversations on sustainability, ESG and cyber assurance but also nurtured collaboration towards net-zero goals, contributing to a shared comprehension of challenges and opportunities in these crucial areas.

LRQA Leadership Series in Dubai sets the stage for COP28 with a focus on sustainability, ESG and cyber assurance

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Thursday, November 16, 2023

DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LRQA's recent Leadership Series in Dubai was a key precursor to COP28, addressing vital issues in sustainability, ESG trends, and cyber assurance in the Middle East.

Key Points: 
  • DUBAI, UAE, Nov. 16, 2023 /PRNewswire/ -- LRQA's recent Leadership Series in Dubai was a key precursor to COP28, addressing vital issues in sustainability, ESG trends, and cyber assurance in the Middle East.
  • Another session performed a deep dive into DP World's Greenhouse Gas accounting and reporting strategy as another LRQA client.
  • Wrapping up the event, the president of cybersecurity accreditation body, CREST, Rowland Johnson, led discussions on cyber assurance in the Middle East.
  • LRQA's Leadership Series not only facilitated impactful conversations on sustainability, ESG and cyber assurance but also nurtured collaboration towards net-zero goals, contributing to a shared comprehension of challenges and opportunities in these crucial areas.

Sappi announces satisfactory earnings and declares dividend; releases financial results for fourth quarter and full year

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Thursday, November 9, 2023

The packaging and speciality papers segment faced similar weak trading conditions related to high levels of downstream inventory and muted consumer demand.

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  • The packaging and speciality papers segment faced similar weak trading conditions related to high levels of downstream inventory and muted consumer demand.
  • However, viscose staple fibre (VSF) operating rates in China improved steadily as economic activity resumed from the third quarter onwards.
  • We remain encouraged by the increasing resilience of our business and opportunities for growth in our packaging and pulp segments.
  • Full details are available at www.sappi.com using the links Investors; Latest financial results

DP World Partners with Enel Peru to Advance Use of Renewable Energy, Carbon Neutrality

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Tuesday, November 7, 2023

An internationally recognized standardized renewable energy certificate, the I-REC Standard certificate is issued by The Green Certificate Company to verify the use of 100% renewable energy sources.

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  • An internationally recognized standardized renewable energy certificate, the I-REC Standard certificate is issued by The Green Certificate Company to verify the use of 100% renewable energy sources.
  • “DP World Callao has become the first port to use 100% renewable electrical energy for all its operations.
  • These initiatives align with our ambitious plan for carbon neutrality by 2030, which includes other strategies such as operational efficiency and digitalization, among others,” said Nicolás Gauthier, CEO of DP World Peru.
  • Marco Fragale, Country Manager of Enel Peru, emphasized the company’s role in driving carbon neutrality throughout Perú.

DP World Expands Automotive Logistics Expertise with Acquisition of CFR Rinkens

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Thursday, October 19, 2023

DP World , a global leader in supply chain solutions has reinforced its commitment to the global automotive industry with the acquisition of CFR Rinkens , a specialized logistics service provider headquartered in Long Beach, California.

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  • DP World , a global leader in supply chain solutions has reinforced its commitment to the global automotive industry with the acquisition of CFR Rinkens , a specialized logistics service provider headquartered in Long Beach, California.
  • The acquisition of CFR Rinkens represents a strategic move to enhance its capabilities in delivering precisely tailored solutions to its automotive clients.
  • CFR Rinkens, with its specialized expertise, provides invaluable proficiency in containerized finished vehicles, semi-knock-down vehicle logistics, and innovative racking systems.
  • Beat Simon, Global Chief Commercial Officer, Logistics at DP World, said: “We are thrilled to welcome CFR Rinkens into the DP World family as we continue to deliver our strategy to provide innovative end-to-end logistics services to our clients.