Source: businesswire | Published on: Thursday, 07 November 2024
CHARLOTTE, N.C.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--DP World, a global leader in logistics and supply chain solutions, today announced a donation of $100,000 to the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund to support disaster response and rebuilding efforts following the devastation caused in Western North Carolina by Hurricane Helene.
This contribution reflects DP World's commitment to supporting the local communities and economies where it lives and works. DP World’s regional headquarters for the Americas has been based in Charlotte for nearly two decades with significant workforce growth in the past two years, and the company continues to expand its investments in local partnerships.
Brian Enright, CEO and Managing Director of DP World Americas, said: “As a company deeply embedded in the North Carolina community, we recognize the importance of standing by our neighbors during difficult times. While the devastation is immense, we are humbled by the resiliency of these communities and our colleagues affected. We stand in solidarity with all impacted communities and are proud to support the ongoing response and future efforts to emerge stronger.”
By investing in initiatives such as the North Carolina Disaster Relief Fund, DP World aims to support the resilience of local communities, ensuring they have the resources needed to recover safely and rebuild in the face of adversity.
DP World remains committed to fostering the growth and well-being of the communities it serves, helping to strengthen the local economy while driving long-term sustainability.
About DP World
Trade is the lifeblood of the global economy, creating opportunities and improving the quality of life for people around the world. DP World exists to make the world’s trade flow better, changing what’s possible for the customers and communities we serve globally.
With a dedicated, diverse and professional team of more than 113,000 employees from 160 nationalities, spanning 78 countries on six continents, DP World is pushing trade further and faster towards a seamless supply chain that’s fit for the future.
We’re rapidly transforming and integrating our businesses -- Ports and Terminals, Marine Services, Logistics and Technology – and uniting our global infrastructure with local expertise to create stronger, more efficient end-to-end supply chain solutions that can change the way the world trades.
What's more, we're reshaping the future by investing in innovation. From intelligent delivery systems to automated warehouse stacking, we’re at the cutting edge of disruptive technology, pushing the sector towards better ways to trade, minimising disruptions from the factory floor to the customer’s door.
WE MAKE TRADE FLOW
TO CHANGE WHAT'S POSSIBLE FOR EVERYONE.