Investments in electrical equipment and charging stations at the Port of Caucedo will reduce carbon emissions and improve operational efficiency.
SANTO DOMINGO, Dominican Republic, Aug. 22, 2024 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) — DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, is embarking on a multi-phase initiative to improve the sustainability of the Port of Caucedo in the Dominican Republic.
The first phase of the project will involve the acquisition of 12 electric Internal Transport Vehicles (ITVs), which will enable DP World to transition its diesel-powered ITV fleet to all-electric models. The new equipment is expected to reduce annual diesel fuel consumption by 4.6%, saving 100,000 gallons of fuel each year and reducing CO2 emissions by more than 7,500 tonnes over the next 10 years. The transition will also reduce repair and maintenance costs by 25%.
The second phase will involve the installation of electric charging infrastructure on site. The new station will feature five new chargers, representing an investment of approximately USD 3.2 million. Construction is currently underway and the terminal will use temporary chargers until the project is completed in October. This phase will also see the acquisition of four more electric ITVs, bringing the total to 16.
Manuel Martinez, CEO of DP World in the Dominican Republic, said: “Our commitment to protecting the environment is demonstrated through our investment in these electric ITVs. Upgrading the infrastructure at the port of Caucedo will not only improve operational efficiency but also move us significantly towards our goal of becoming net zero. We will continue to invest in infrastructure that supports the Dominican Republic's vision of becoming a regional logistics hub.”
DP World continues to drive environmental sustainability efforts across the Americas. In Peru, it completed the expansion of DP World Callao's Bicentennial Pier, which features advanced electric installations and Latin America's first electric truck charging station. In the Port of Santos, Brazil, it replaced 22 diesel rubber-tired gantry cranes (RTGs) with electric versions, reducing the terminal's diesel consumption by up to 60%.
Morten Johansen, COO and executive vice president, DP World Americas, said: “With this transition, we not only promote a sustainable environment but also strengthen our business competitiveness by reducing costs and waste. We are firmly committed to decarbonization and are focused on integrating renewable energy and innovative technologies across all our operations in the region.”
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