DP World Fuels Growth of Peru's Agricultural Exports

Strategic Insights -

DP World, a global leader in smart logistics, has emerged as a strategic partner for Peru's agro-export sector, providing specialized logistics solutions that meet the evolving needs of the sector. The company has built trusted partnerships with over 60 leading agro-exporters and has delivered integrated logistics solutions aligned with agricultural production cycles since 2018. This has contributed to the growth of agricultural exports from northern Peru, which has surged by 3 to 4 times between 2017 and 2024, with annual growth rates averaging 15%.

Key Takeaways:

  • DP World has supported the growth of agro-exports in Peru by delivering integrated logistics solutions that meet the evolving needs of the sector.
  • The company has built partnerships with over 60 leading agro-exporters, offering cold chain expertise, around-the-clock operations, and seamless coordination with shipping lines.
  • DP World has responded to the increasing demand for agile and resilient logistics by providing scalable cold chain management services that match seasonal peaks and temperature-sensitive needs of agricultural campaigns.
  • The company enables exporters to meet the strict quality and freshness standards of high-demand markets such as the United States and Europe through advanced reefer storage capabilities, specialized transport services, and integrated land-sea logistics.
  • DP World employs over 150 people in northern Peru, generating over 1,000 indirect jobs through its export logistics chain.
  • The company has launched several impactful sustainability initiatives in Piura and Paita, including beach clean-up days, educational programs, and environmental brigade leadership training.

Statistics:

  • Agricultural exports from northern Peru have grown by 3 to 4 times between 2017 and 2024, with annual growth rates averaging 15% (Comex data).
  • DP World has supported agro-exporters in Peru with cold chain expertise, around-the-clock operations, and seamless coordination with over 60 shipping lines.
  • The company has collected over 13 tons of waste during six beach clean-up days in Piura and Paita.
  • DP World has reached more than 5,000 children and 1,500 families through educational, environmental, and community programs.
  • The company has trained over 400 students as environmental brigade leaders.

Sources:

  • Globe Newswire, "DP World Strengthens Position in Peru's Agricultural Sector" (August 05, 2025)
  • DP World Investor Website, "Our World, Our Future Strategy"
  • COMTEX_467806709, "DP World Empowers Farmers and Communities with Sustainable Solutions" (August 05, 2025)