The 'Moving Lives' community relations programme is aimed at organisations concerned with helping people with disabilities more actively participate in society. DP World has chosen this theme in recognition that mobility is fundamental to allowing people to become involved in education and employment.
Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Group CEO of Ports & Freezone World (P&F World), which oversees DP World, said, 'We are delighted to be able to contribute in this way. According to UN figures, there are more than 10 million severely disabled people amongst the Arab population in the region and approximately 10% of the world's population is born with or develop a disability during their lifetime. This figure rises to 20% in developing countries.
'As a global company operating in many emerging markets, we feel we can make a difference in the communities in which we operate by concentrating our community relations efforts on helping people with disabilities become more mobile.'
Mohammed Al Muallem, Senior Vice President and Managing Director of DP World's UAE region said, 'The movement of goods has allowed Dubai and DP World to grow and prosper. In many ways this mirrors what happens within a community when people are able to better connect and integrate within society, participating in education and employment.
'We hope, initially in this small way, with our contribution to helping people become more mobile, that we can make a difference.'
The van is being donated to the Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services, while the wheelchairs will be for the benefit of children undergoing treatment in the cerebral palsy wing at Sheikh Rashid Paediatric Centre based in Dubai.
DP World begins 'Moving Lives'
DP World has launched a community relations programme focusing on mobility with the donation of a specially designed van for wheelchair users in Sharjah and the northern Emirates, and six wheelchairs to children with cerebral palsy at a special needs school in Dubai.
- United Arab Emirates: Wednesday, October 18 - 2006 at 16:35
- PRESS RELEASE
 |
| Mouna Abdul Karim, Director at the Sharjah City for Humanitarian Services explains to Jamal Majid Bin Thaniah, Group CEO of Ports & Freezone World (P&F World), (left) the work undertaken by their school for the children with special needs. |
related stories
|
- ADD ARTICLE TO
-
Facebook
del.icio.us
Digg
Index : Company News : Dubai World : DP World
Browse related articles
Browse related articlesToday's most read articles:
- » DIFC to continue contributing towards development of UAE and prosperity of its people, says Dr Omar Bin Sulaiman
- » Dow, PIC of Kuwait sign binding joint venture agreement to launch K-Dow Petrochemicals
- » Luxury World Magazine enjoyed an extremely successful EBSI
- » UAE Minister of Foreign Trade highlights Sovereign Wealth Funds, close UAE-African ties at Crans Montana Forum
- » Fans party with George Michael & Alicia Keys at Abu Dhabi concert
Log in to request more information from DP WorldNotes and media contacts
Media inquiries:Elaine Boucher
Bell Pottinger
+971 (0) 4 367 2256
+971 (0) 50 4229680
Sarah Lockie
DP World
+971 (0) 4 808 0835
+971 (0) 50 659 6944
DP World is one of the largest marine terminal operators in the world and has the widest network of any, with 51 terminals spanning 24 countries and five continents. It provides quality services designed to enhance customers' supply chain efficiency, including bringing together container and other terminals, free zones, logistics facilities, infrastructure developments and consultancy service where these services add value for customers.
DP World invests in the infrastructure, facilities and people at its operations to further enhance the customer's experience and satisfaction, and increase trade. It also invests ahead of demand, working closely with customers and business partners to ensure capacity and services are in place when customers need them.
In taking this customer-centric approach, DP World is building on the relationships with customers and superior level of service established at its flagship operation in Dubai, Port Rashid and Jebel Ali, which has been voted 'Best Seaport in the Middle East' for 12 consecutive years.
DP World's international achievements were recognised in 2006 when DP World won Lloyd's List's prestigious Port Operator of the Year Award.
In 2006, DP World acquired P&O, including P&O Ports. The combined throughput of both companies for 2005 was more than 36 million TEU (twenty-foot equivalent container units) across ports from the Americas to Asia.
Today, DP World has a global capacity of more than 50 million TEU and a dedicated, experienced and professional team of 34,000 people providing services in some of the most dynamic economies in the world. Significant expansion is underway in key markets around the world, including in India, China and the Middle East.
Posted by Janeta Novakovic, Assistant News EditorWednesday, October 18 - 2006 at 16:35 UAE local time (GMT+4)
Replication or redistribution in whole or in part is expressly prohibited without the prior written consent of AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited.
This Article was updated on Thursday, March 29 - 2007
Disclaimer:
Articles in this section are primarily provided directly by the companies appearing or PR agencies which are solely responsible for the content. The companies concerned may use the above content on their respective web sites provided they link back to http://www.ameinfo.com
Any opinions, advice, statements, offers or other information expressed in this section of the AME Info Web site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited. AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited is not responsible or liable for the content, accuracy or reliability of any material, advice, opinion or statement in this section of the AME Info Web site.
For details about submitting your stories, please read the guide - all content published is subject to our terms and conditions
Articles in this section are primarily provided directly by the companies appearing or PR agencies which are solely responsible for the content. The companies concerned may use the above content on their respective web sites provided they link back to http://www.ameinfo.com
Any opinions, advice, statements, offers or other information expressed in this section of the AME Info Web site are those of the authors and do not necessarily reflect the views of AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited. AME Info FZ LLC / Emap Limited is not responsible or liable for the content, accuracy or reliability of any material, advice, opinion or statement in this section of the AME Info Web site.
For details about submitting your stories, please read the guide - all content published is subject to our terms and conditions
Web Feeds