What is Jebel Ali Port?
Jebel Ali Port, operated by DP World, is located 35 kilometers southwest of Dubai city center and is the largest port in the Middle East. It is consistently ranked among the world's top 10 busiest container ports, handling approximately 14.5 million TEUs annually. The port is the commercial heart of Dubai's economy and a critical transshipment hub for the Gulf region, Indian Subcontinent, and East Africa.
Jebel Ali Key Facts
- Operator: DP World
- Location: Jebel Ali, Dubai, UAE
- Capacity: 22 million TEU (after expansion)
- Terminal types: Container, general cargo, ro-ro, bulk liquid
- JAFZA: Jebel Ali Free Zone adjacent to port
Jebel Ali Jobs
Jebel Ali Port and JAFZA collectively employ hundreds of thousands of people including maritime professionals, port operations staff, crane operators, and logistics personnel.
