DP World begins operations at Tartus Port under $800 million modernisation plan

Dubai: DP World has officially commenced operations at Tartus Port following a formal handover from the Syrian General Authority for Land and Sea Ports, marking the start of an extensive $800 million modernisation programme. Sign up for our daily business newsletter, Cheques & Balances. The company also announced the arrival of a new harbour tug, Al Fath, and the appointment of Fahad Al Banna as CEO of DP World Tartus. 30-year deal The launch represents a key milestone in DP World’s 30