DP World, AP Moller-Maersk keen to invest in Bangladesh
At the recent World Economic Forum annual summit in Davos, Muhammad Yunus, Bangladesh's chief adviser, extended an invitation to global investors to take advantage of the country's improved business and investment climate.
During the event, Yunus held discussions with Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem, CEO of Dubai-based logistics giant DP World Group; Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs at Meta Platforms Inc.; and Robert Maersk Uggla, Chairman of A.P. Moller-Maersk.
DP World and A.P. Moller-Maersk showed strong interest in significant investments in Bangladesh’s shipping sector, aiming to support the country in developing new ports and strengthening its position as a global export hub.
Sultan Ahmed bin Sulayem emphasized his company's intent to invest in the New Mooring Container Terminal to alleviate congestion at Chittagong Port and reduce emissions, thus improving efficiency. He also proposed implementing a digital online customs system at the port to minimize corruption and expressed interest in investing in inland container depots.
Robert Maersk Uggla highlighted his company’s plans to invest in the Laldia container terminal near Chittagong Port. He outlined ambitions to transform it into an environmentally sustainable green port.
These developments signal growing global interest in Bangladesh as a strategic investment destination in the shipping and logistics sectors.
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