In a groundbreaking alliance, DP World and the Gemini Cooperation—a newly formed collaboration between Maersk and Hapag-Lloyd—are set to enhance cargo operations across Canada, beginning February 2025. This partnership marks a significant step forward in strengthening global supply chains and fostering trade connections between Asia, Europe, and North America.

Key Highlights

• New Services Launch:
  DP World will introduce several new container services at its terminals in the Port of Vancouver, Port of Prince Rupert, and Port Saint John.
• Regional Focus:
  • Vancouver and Prince Rupert: To handle key shipping services to and from Asia.
  • Saint John: To manage services connecting to Northern Europe.
• Efficiency Goals:
  The Gemini Cooperation aims to deliver a 90% on-time vessel arrival rate, offering reliable and efficient services across DP World’s Canadian gateways.

CEO Insights

Doug Smith, CEO of DP World in Canada, remarked:

“This partnership with Gemini Cooperation reaffirms our vision of enabling smarter trade and bolstering the resilience of global supply chains. By uniting the strengths of DP World’s Canadian terminal network with the innovative approach of Gemini Cooperation, we are paving the way for seamless and reliable connections between Asia, Europe, and North America.”

Recent Developments

DP World’s investments in Canadian infrastructure continue to position the country as a global trade facilitator:

• Two additional cranes were recently introduced at Port Saint John, enhancing container handling capacity.
• Terminal expansions are ongoing at the Port of Vancouver, increasing operational efficiency.

Summary Table

Aspect	Details
Alliance	DP World and Gemini Cooperation (Maersk + Hapag-Lloyd)
Start Date	February 2025
Canadian Ports Involved	Port of Vancouver, Port of Prince Rupert, Port Saint John
Primary Trade Routes	Asia, Europe, North America
Key Goals	90% on-time vessel arrivals, enhanced cargo options, and smarter global trade connections
Infrastructure Updates	New cranes at Port Saint John, terminal expansion at Port of Vancouver

Strategic Impact

This collaboration promises to revolutionize Canadian cargo operations by providing:

• Improved service reliability and efficiency.
• Enhanced connectivity between major global trade regions.
• Increased capacity and resilience in Canada’s terminal network.

By merging DP World’s infrastructure expertise with the Gemini Cooperation’s innovative ocean network strategies, this partnership is poised to set a new benchmark for cargo operations in Canada.